Municipal Law

Local government leaders need help from experienced attorneys

E.J. Guza & Associates represents local governments in a wide range of legal matters. Municipal law is a complex field.

Local government leaders need help from experienced attorneys. We have experience working with municipalities in various capacities, special districts and other municipalities throughout Montana. Our firm is committed to providing comprehensive legal services to cities and towns in Montana who currently do not have their own counsel and we also serve as special counsel to municipalities whose current town attorneys need help.

Representing city administrators, city council members, fire departments, police departments, mayors, city officials, and others in a diverse range of issues;

  • Serve as independent, outside counsel

  • Assist with sensitive matters for which internal conflicts exist

  • Provide additional legal expertise on priority projects

  • Pre-trial litigation assessments

  • Trial Advocacy

  • Appellate Advocacy

  • Administrative Law representation

  • Eminent Domain representation

  • Provide Advisory Opinions

  • Conduct Internal Investigations

  • Draft or revise Codes of Ethics

  • Draft or revise Employment Manuals

  • Advise Boards of Ethics

  • Present Ethics Training

  • Conduct Plea Negotiations

  • Prosecution

  • Assist with Code Enforcement

  • Consult on complex Land Use matters

  • Advise regarding Zoning and Platting

  • Evaluate Sign Regulations

  • Provide Interim Staffing

E.J. Guza & Associates has the EXPERTISE working with local governments in various capacities, cities, towns, governmental agencies, AND special districts throughout Montana.