Madison Mattioli

Madison Mattioli is an associate at Laird Cowley, PLLC, with a practice focused on family law, guardian ad litem work, and mediation. Mattioli represents clients in family disputes and related matters involving children, property, and negotiated resolutions. The practice includes family law litigation, guardian ad litem assignments, mediation, settlement work, and related civil matters. Mattioli works with individuals and families navigating divorce, parenting, custody, and other family-law issues.

Mattioli earned a J.D. from the University of Montana School of Law in 2015 and a B.A. in Psychology with a research emphasis from the University of Montana in 2010, with a minor in human and family development. That background supports work involving family dynamics, evidence, negotiation, and careful attention to the interests of children and parents. This training supports the research, analysis, writing, and problem solving required in matters involving detailed records and important client decisions.

Mattioli’s experience includes a federal clerkship with Judge Brian Morris, service with the Montana Attorney General on criminal and civil appeals, and work as an Assistant U.S. Attorney defending civil claims. In addition, Mattioli now applies that litigation and government experience to family law, guardian ad litem matters, and mediation. The practice involves organizing financial and family facts, preparing for hearings, negotiating workable terms, and protecting client interests when court action is necessary.

Madison Mattioli received a Civil Advocate Award from the District of Montana in 2025. Mattioli combines appellate, federal-court, and family-law experience to help clients understand options, prepare for contested proceedings, and pursue workable resolutions. The focus remains on clear communication, realistic options, and strategies that address both immediate disputes and longer-term family consequences. This experience supports careful judgment and clear communication throughout each stage of a legal matter.

Law Office Affiliations

• Attorney, Laird Cowley
• Member, State Bar of Montana

Licensed State

• Montana

Education

• University of Montana School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• University of Montana
  Bachelor of Arts in Psychology (Research Emphasis)

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