Vance J. Thuesen

Vance J. Thuesen is an associate with Christian, Samson & Baskett, PLLC in Missoula, Montana who works across civil litigation, personal injury, property law, landlord-tenant matters, criminal law, family law, and intellectual property. His practice gives clients support in disputes and legal matters that can involve property rights, personal claims, family concerns, or other contested issues.

Thuesen earned a B.A. in Biosciences from St. Edward’s University and a J.D. from the University of Montana School of Law. While in law school, he participated in mock trial activities, adding practical advocacy experience to his academic legal training. This background supports careful analysis, clear writing, and practical problem solving in matters involving civil litigation, personal injury, property law, landlord-tenant matters, criminal law, and family law.

Thuesen first worked with Christian, Samson & Baskett as an intern in May 2024 and later joined the firm as an associate. His work spans litigation and advisory matters in several areas, including property and landlord-tenant disputes, injury claims, criminal matters, and family-law concerns. Across these matters, Thuesen evaluates the legal and factual issues that shape strategy, negotiation, and the available path toward resolution.

Vance J. Thuesen is admitted to practice in Montana and brings recent legal training together with hands-on experience developed at the firm. His broad practice allows him to address different types of disputes while keeping the legal analysis tied to the facts and procedural needs of each matter. This approach keeps legal strategy connected to the client’s practical objectives and the specific demands of each matter.

Law Office Affiliations

• Attorney, Christian, Samson, Baskett, Phelan & Bell, PLLC
• Member, State Bar of Montana
• Member, Keyboard Society

Licensed State

• Montana

Education

• University of Montana School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• St. Edward’s University
  Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Biosciences

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