Cunningham Law Office

06/19/2026

Beginning June 19, we will be open by appointment only on Fridays, to allow our staff to enjoy the weekends in Western Montana. Please reach out to us to determine availability on Fridays, including mediation and settlement conferences. Thank you.

06/04/2026

Court involvement is not always the starting point for resolution paths.

Evaluating family disputes.

03/24/2026

What are the most critical factors to evaluate before filing for divorce in Montana?

Preparation is key.

02/11/2026

In addition to representing clients, we also conduct mediations (settlement conferences) for represented and pro-se (unrepresented) parties. For 2025, we reached settlement (full or partial) in over 94% of the cases that we mediated. Let us know if we can assist you in resolving a case. We are available in person or by video-conference throughout the State of Montana. Our availability can be checked on the calendar link on our website (upper right hand corner of main page.

Cunningham Law Office is a family law-focused firm in Missoula, Montana. Free consults: 406-203-4678.

02/09/2026

UPDATE: We are once again accepting family law cases on a limited basis. We are accepting cases dealing primarily with property and debt issues. If you are interested in a consultation, we invite you to contact our office!!

12/23/2025

We will be closed December 25 and 26, and on January 1 and 2, for the holidays. We wish everyone a very Merry Christmas, Happy New Year, and a joyous holiday season.

12/14/2025

Again.... Read it. Twice. Three Times....

As we approach the holiday season, where parents often spend part or all of it without their kids, remember the following:
1. It isn't their fault that they don't get to spend the holidays with both parents.
2. They love both parents.
3. They just want to be allowed to enjoy both parents.
4. They don't need to be reminded how much you will miss them if they aren't with you. That makes them feel guilty, or that they are somehow letting you down.
5. It is OK to let them know they should enjoy the time with the other parent and family.
6. It is OK for them to have 2 GREAT Christmas celebrations.
7. Santa will find them wherever they are, or whenever they are there.
8. Hearing what a lousy person the other parent is, is not a Christmas present any of them want.
9. It is hard not to have your kids on the holidays. But you can make the best of it when they are with you.
10. If both parents follow these simple rules, the kids will be happy to see both parents, and will truly have happy holidays.
We wish everyone the best during this holiday season. Be kind to one-another. Don't drink and drive. Hug your children whenever you can.

12/12/2025

Refusing mediation can backfire in contested divorces.

What are the consequences of saying no?