
John E Bohyer, Insurance Attorney in Missoula, Montana
Over 40 years of legal practice · focused on Insurance, Litigation, and Personal Injury · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Managing PartneratBohyer, Erickson, Beaudette & Tranel, P.C.
Missoula, MT
Practicing insurance in Missoula since 1986.
- 40+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 2
- Bar admissions
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John E Bohyer is a managing partner based in Missoula, MT. The practice focuses on Insurance, Litigation, and Personal Injury. John has over 40 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Bohyer, Erickson, Beaudette & Tranel, P.C.. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Missoula, MT
- Experience
- over 40 years
- Known for
- Insurance · Litigation · Personal Injury
- Handles Insurance, Litigation, and Personal Injury matters from Missoula, MT.
- Over 40 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About John E Bohyer: John E Bohyer is a managing partner based in Missoula, MT. The practice focuses on Insurance, Litigation, and Personal Injury. John has over 40 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Bohyer, Erickson, Beaudette & Tranel, P.C.. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by John E Bohyer
John concentrates on insurance, litigation, personal injury, and product liability. Each area below outlines the kind of case John handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Insurance
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Personal Injury
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Product Liability
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Insurance cases in Missoula, Montana
John takes insurance matters in Missoula, Montana. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before John agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Missoula, Montana
John takes litigation matters in Missoula, Montana. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before John agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases in Missoula, Montana
John takes personal injury matters in Missoula, Montana. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before John agrees to represent you.
Product Liability cases in Missoula, Montana
John takes product liability matters in Missoula, Montana. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before John agrees to represent you.
Biography
About John E Bohyer — Over 40 years of Montana insurance experience
John E Bohyer is a managing partner based in Missoula, MT. The practice focuses on Insurance, Litigation, and Personal Injury. John has over 40 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Bohyer, Erickson, Beaudette & Tranel, P.C.. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
John E Bohyer is a lawyer practicing insurance, insurance defense, insurance coverage and 4 other areas of law. John received a B.A. degree from Montana State University in 1983, and has been licensed for 40 years. John practices at Bohyer, Erickson, Beaudette & Tranel, P.C. in Missoula, MT.
Working with John on a insurance matter
John E Bohyer is a lawyer practicing insurance, insurance defense, insurance coverage and 4 other areas of law. John received a B.A. degree from Montana State University in 1983, and has been licensed for 40 years. John practices at Bohyer, Erickson, Beaudette & Tranel, P.C. in Missoula, MT.
Clients John works with
John reviews new inquiries case-by-case for insurance, litigation, and personal injury matters in Missoula and the surrounding Montana area.
Credentials
John E Bohyer's legal education and bar admissions
University of Montana School of Law
J.D. · 1986
Montana State University
B.A. · 1983
Jurisdictions
John's state bar admissions
U.S. District Court,
1986 · ACTIVE
Montana
1986 · ACTIVE
John studied at J.D. in University of Montana School of Law and B.A. in Montana State University.
Law school and academic background
John completed J.D. in University of Montana School of Law and B.A. in Montana State University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice John runs in Montana is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of John E Bohyer
John has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Locations
John E Bohyer's office in Missoula
John's primary office is at 283 West Front Street, Suite 201, Missoula, MT, 59802. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Bohyer, Erickson, Beaudette & Tranel, P.C.
283 West Front Street, Suite 201
Missoula, MT 59802
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Client reviews of John E Bohyer — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
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How to hire John E Bohyer — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new insurance attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with John usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
John charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain John's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; John will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a insurance attorney in Missoula, Montana
A short list to run through before you commit: How many insurance matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for John
John discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in insurance practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every insurance matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. John confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
John's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many insurance practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about John E Bohyer
How much does it cost to hire John for a insurance case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. John walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does John offer a free consultation?
John charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain John's office. Some insurance attorneys offer free consults — check John's current terms during booking.
How long do insurance cases in Montana typically take?
Simple insurance matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. John gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can John take my case if I'm outside Missoula?
John is licensed in Montana. Matters governed by Montana law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — John will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with John?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. John will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is John accepting new insurance clients right now?
John's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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