Paul D. Odegaard, Personal Injury Attorney in Billings, Montana
Over 28 years of legal practice · focused on Personal Injury and Workers Comp · 4.2/5 rating from 34 verified client reviews
PartneratOdegaard Injury Lawyers
Billings, MT
Practicing personal injury in Billings since 1998.
- 28+
- Years practicing
- 4.2 ★
- 34 client reviews
- 4
- Bar admissions
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Paul D. Odegaard is a partner based in Billings, MT. The practice focuses on Personal Injury and Workers Comp. Paul has over 28 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Odegaard Injury Lawyers. Rated 4.2 out of 5 from 34 client reviews.
- Based in
- Billings, MT
- Experience
- over 28 years
- Known for
- Personal Injury · Workers Comp
- Handles Personal Injury and Workers Comp matters from Billings, MT.
- Over 28 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Paul D. Odegaard: Paul D. Odegaard is a partner based in Billings, MT. The practice focuses on Personal Injury and Workers Comp. Paul has over 28 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Odegaard Injury Lawyers. Rated 4.2 out of 5 from 34 client reviews.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Paul D. Odegaard
Paul concentrates on personal injury and workers comp. Each area below outlines the kind of case Paul handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Personal Injury cases in Billings, Montana
Paul takes personal injury matters in Billings, 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 Paul agrees to represent you.
Workers Comp cases in Billings, Montana
Paul takes workers comp matters in Billings, 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 Paul agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Paul D. Odegaard — Over 28 years of Montana personal injury experience
Paul D. Odegaard is a partner based in Billings, MT. The practice focuses on Personal Injury and Workers Comp. Paul has over 28 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Odegaard Injury Lawyers. Rated 4.2 out of 5 from 34 client reviews.
Paul Odegaard, a North Dakota native, came to Montana in 1999 to begin his legal career in private practice. Prior to earning his law degree from the University of North Dakota School of Law in 1998, Paul graduated with honors from the University of Minnesota in 1994. While attending law school, he was inducted into the Order of the Coif, which reflected his achievement for graduating in the top 10% of his class. After graduating from law school, Paul served as a law clerk for the Justice Mary Muehlen Maring of the North Dakota Supreme Court for one year. From there, he began working for the Crowley Fleck firm in Billings, Montana, where he handled civil litigation cases-primarily in the fields of personal injury and workers' compensation.
In 2001, Paul joined the firm Cozzens, Warren & Harris, where he focused primarily on representing plaintiffs in personal injury, product liability, workers' compensation and safe workplace litigation cases. In 2005, the firm became Cozzens, Harman, Warren, Harris & Odegaard, PLLP. In 2008, Paul started his own practice and continued to focus on helping people deal with the devastating effects of physical injuries or wrongful death - whether caused by a workplace accident, defective products, or the negligence of others. Having spent much of his youth near the Bakken oil fields of the Williston Basin, he became particularly committed to representing victims of workplace injury in that region. In 2019, Paul merged his law practice with his friend and colleague, A.J. Miller-forming Odegaard Miller Law, PC. The firm has grown to include a larger staff of attorneys who all have a shared philosophy: to do what is right by the client. The firm, with a combined legal experience of 100+ years, has offices across Montana, and represents clients statewide.
Paul's approach to personal injury cases
Paul Odegaard, a North Dakota native, came to Montana in 1999 to begin his legal career in private practice. Prior to earning his law degree from the University of North Dakota School of Law in 1998, Paul graduated with honors from the University of Minnesota in 1994. While attending law school, he was inducted into the Order of the Coif, which reflected his achievement for graduating in the top…
The kind of cases Paul takes
Paul reviews new inquiries case-by-case for personal injury and workers comp matters in Billings and the surrounding Montana area.
Credentials
Paul D. Odegaard's legal education and bar admissions
University of North Dakota
J.D. · 1998
University of Minnesota
B.S. · 1994
Jurisdictions
Paul's state bar admissions
U.S. District Court,
1999 · ACTIVE
North Dakota
1999 · ACTIVE
Montana
1998 · ACTIVE
Supreme Court of Mon
1998 · ACTIVE
Paul studied at J.D. in University of North Dakota and B.S. in University of Minnesota.
Law school and academic background
Paul completed J.D. in University of North Dakota and B.S. in University of Minnesota. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Paul runs in Montana is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of Paul D. Odegaard
Paul has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Affiliations
Paul's professional memberships and bar associations
State Bar of Montana Yellowstone Area Bar Association
membership
Locations
Paul D. Odegaard's office in Billings
Paul's primary office is at 550 North 31st Street, Suite 200, Billings, MT, 59102. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Odegaard Injury Lawyers
550 North 31st Street, Suite 200
Billings, MT 59102
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Client reviews of Paul D. Odegaard — 4.2/5 rating from 34 verified client reviews
Every review below is from a verified client of Paul. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing personal injury attorneys in Billings.
4.2
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How to hire Paul D. Odegaard — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new personal injury attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Paul usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Paul charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Paul'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; Paul will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a personal injury attorney in Billings, Montana
A short list to run through before you commit: How many personal injury 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 Paul
Paul discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in personal injury practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every personal injury 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. Paul confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Paul's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many personal injury practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Paul D. Odegaard
How much does it cost to hire Paul for a personal injury case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Paul walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Paul offer a free consultation?
Paul charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Paul's office. Some personal injury attorneys offer free consults — check Paul's current terms during booking.
How long do personal injury cases in Montana typically take?
Simple personal injury 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. Paul gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Paul take my case if I'm outside Billings?
Paul 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 — Paul 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 Paul?
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. Paul will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Paul accepting new personal injury clients right now?
Paul's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Personal Injury attorneys serving Billings, Helena and Missoula in Montana
Paul handles personal injury matters throughout Montana. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified personal injury attorneys in that community.
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