Sean Peterson

Sean Peterson is a senior associate at Milodragovich, Dale & Steinbrenner, P.C. in Missoula, Montana. Peterson represents clients in criminal defense, business law, transactions, estate planning, and civil litigation. The practice includes criminal law, general business law, corporate transactions, real estate transactions, estate planning, commercial litigation, environmental litigation, and property disputes. Peterson works with individuals and businesses facing criminal, transactional, or civil legal issues.

Peterson earned a B.A. from Montana State University in 2019 and a J.D. from Widener University Commonwealth Law School in 2022. In law school, Peterson served on the law review and trial advocacy programs, held student leadership roles, and received an Outstanding Law & Government Student Award. This training supports the research, analysis, writing, and problem solving required in matters involving detailed records and important client decisions.

Peterson’s experience includes internships in environmental, civil-rights, and constitutional-law organizations and the Missoula County Attorney’s Office, followed by two years as a Deputy Ravalli County Attorney. In addition, Peterson prosecuted misdemeanors, violent felonies, and DUI cases and now uses that courtroom experience in criminal defense and civil practice. The practice involves evaluating charges, testing evidence, preparing motions, negotiating when appropriate, and preparing thoroughly for trial.

Sean Peterson brings former-prosecutor experience to a practice that also includes business, estate, real estate, and litigation work. Peterson uses trial experience, legal research, and practical case analysis to represent clients across both contested and transactional matters. The focus remains on protecting client rights, explaining realistic options, and preparing each case for negotiation, motions, or trial. This experience supports careful judgment and clear communication throughout each stage of a legal matter.

Law Office Affiliations

• Attorney, Milodragovich, Dale & Steinbrenner, P.C.
• Member, State Bar of Montana

Licensed State

• Montana

Education

• Widener University Commonwealth Law School
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Montana State University, Bozeman
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)

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