Zachary D. Kitchin

Zachary D. Kitchin is an attorney with The Practice of Law, PLLC in Great Falls, Montana. His work includes criminal defense for clients facing DUI charges, misdemeanors, felonies, and assault-related matters. He has represented clients in counties across Montana and has handled a high volume of DUI cases. His broader experience also includes wrongful dismissal and medical malpractice claims, giving him both criminal and civil litigation exposure while maintaining a strong focus on defense work.

Zach earned his undergraduate degree in Psychology and Sociology from the University of Montana. He attended Creighton University School of Law, where he earned his Juris Doctorate of Law and a Master’s of Science in Alternative Dispute Resolution. His graduate study focused on negotiation, mediation, and arbitration. He also earned an advanced certificate in litigation theory and practice as a Lyle E. Storm Scholar in Trial Advocacy, adding structured trial and dispute-resolution training to his education.

Zach represented his law school class in the Student Bar Association and competed on a national semifinalist trial team. In his final year, he practiced through the Milton Abraham Legal Clinic under experienced attorneys. After entering practice, he represented clients in 21 Montana counties on matters that included wrongful dismissal, medical malpractice, assault, misdemeanors, and felonies. He represents an average of more than 100 individuals facing DUI charges each year.

Zachary D. Kitchin is licensed in Montana state courts and the Federal District Courts of Montana. His background combines criminal defense, trial advocacy, and formal alternative dispute resolution training. He uses litigation and negotiation skills to represent clients through charges and other contested matters while evaluating when a case requires courtroom advocacy, settlement discussion, mediation, or another approach. His work reflects substantial experience with DUI defense and broader criminal cases across Montana.

Law Office Affiliations

• Attorney, The Practice of Law, PLLC
• Member, State Bar of Montana

Licensed State

• Montana

Education

• Creighton University School of Law
  Juris Doctorate of Law
• Creighton University School of Law
  Master of Science (MS) in Alternative Dispute Resolution
• University of Montana
  Bachelor’s degree in Psychology and Sociology

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