John R. Christensen

John R. Christensen is a partner at Christensen Fulton & Filz, PLLC, in Billings, Montana. His practice includes plaintiff’s personal injury, wrongful death, agricultural law, real property disputes, trust and estate litigation, estate planning, and probate. He represents individuals, small business owners, and farmers and ranchers throughout Montana, assisting with claims and disputes involving personal, commercial, and agricultural interests.

John earned his B.A. from the University of Montana in 1971 and his J.D. from the University of Montana School of Law in 1976. He became a member of the Phi Delta Phi legal fraternity while attending law school. His legal education, followed by years in public office and private practice, supports his work across civil litigation and planning matters.

John began practicing law in 1976 and served as the elected Judith Basin County Attorney from 1978 to 1984. He later served as a district court judge for Montana’s Tenth Judicial District from 1995 through 2000. Those roles gave him experience with prosecution, judicial decision-making, and courtroom procedure in addition to his work representing private clients in civil matters.

John is admitted to Montana state courts, the U.S. District Court for the District of Montana, and the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit. He belongs to the State Bar of Montana, Yellowstone County Bar Association, and Montana Trial Lawyers Association. John R. Christensen brings a combined background in judging, public service, and private legal practice to disputes and planning needs.

Law Office Affiliations

• Partner, Christensen Fulton & Filz, PLLC
• Member, State Bar of Montana
• Member, Yellowstone County Bar Association
• Member, Montana Trial Lawyers Association

Licensed State

• Montana

Education

• University of Montana School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• University of Montana
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)

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