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Jason Ritchie, Attorney in Billings, MT

Jason grew up farming in southern Idaho and then played football at Carroll College in Helena. He was a partner at Holland & Hart LLP in Billings before joining Ritchie Manning Kautz PLLP.


Recognized as one of the preeminent labor and employment attorneys in Montana, Jason Ritchie works intimately with businesses on every aspect of the employment relationship. He regularly counsels clients in their day-to-day operations, conducts workplace investigations, and handles complex disputes in courts and administrative proceedings. Jason also has extensive litigation experience in other areas, including:



Construction Disputes


Disputes are often inevitable when architects, engineers, contractors, and owners work on a construction project. We have extensive knowledge of construction laws in Montana.


Let us handle any dispute requiring an attorney or litigation. We represent clients regarding contracts, construction liens, subcontractor issues, failure to follow building codes and permits, and more. 


Personal Injury


Personal injury cases include assault,  automobile collisions, falls, workplace accidents, medical mistakes, and defective products, to name a few. 


Whether you are injured or being sued, we can help—whether the cause was intentional, accidental, or due to negligence. 


Bank Bad Faith and Lender Liability


Bank bad faith and lender liability laws offer protection for borrowers. Lenders must treat borrowers fairly—not use tactics to freeze a line of credit or begin foreclosure on a home or business property. 


We can explain what qualifies as bad faith conduct and ensure lenders disclose all information and honor agreements. 


Real Estate


Real estate laws differ by state, and we have the advantage of being local in Billings, MT. We help resolve issues for homeowners, landowners, renters, and businesses of all sizes. We work with both residential and commercial properties. 


We have experience litigating land use issues, property titles, zoning permits, environmental laws, and more. 


Agriculture


Agricultural law affects landowners, farmers, and entire communities. Having an attorney on your side will help navigate complex issues, including environmental regulations, pesticide use, seed issues, labor, and more.


Corporate Duties and Shareholder Derivative Suits


An attorney skilled in corporate law will help ensure a company complies with all state and local regulations while doing business. 


We will represent you as a shareholder if an executive's actions put a corporation at risk. We can also take action if a shareholder derivative lawsuit is filed—to help protect you as a director or officer in the company. 


Healthcare

A healthcare attorney's expertise lies in the healthcare industry and all the regulations that govern it, including the False Claims Act and the Anti-kickback Statute.

We partner with doctors, hospitals, and pharmaceutical manufacturers to navigate a wide range of issues, including regulatory compliance.

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  • Recognition

    • Chambers USA: America’s Leading Lawyers for Business, Labor & Employment
    • The Best Lawyers in America, Lawyer of the Year, Labor Law—Management—Billings, Montana
    • The Best Lawyers in America, Employment Law—Individuals, Employment Law—Management, Labor Law—Management, Labor Law—Union, Litigation—Labor and Employment
    • Mountain States Super Lawyers, Rising Star, Employment & Labor

  • Admissions and Education

    Bar Admissions

    • Montana

    Court Admissions

    • U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit
    • U.S. District Court for the District of Montana
    • All Montana State Courts

    Education

    • University of Montana School of Law
    • J.D., 2004, With Honors
    • Carroll College
    • B.A, Business Administration, 2001

  • Speaking Engagements and Publications

    Speaking Engagements

    • “New DOL Overtime Rule,” Yellowstone County CPAs, October 2016
    • “New DOL Overtime Rule,” Accounting and Financial Women’s Alliance, October 2016
    • “New DOL Overtime Rule,” Rocky Mountain Bank, September 2016
    • “What You Need to Know as an Employer in the Bar Business,” Montana Tavern Association, September 2016
    • “Discrimination, Harassment and Retaliation Training,” 2013-2016
    • “Workforce Union Organizing Training,” July, 2016
    • “FLSA Training,” 2015, 2016
    • “FMLA Master Class” 2011-2016
    • “FMLA Update: Tricky Compliance Issues,” The Seminar Group Annual L&E Seminar March 2016
    • “Discipline, Documentation and Discharge – Avoiding Claims and Lawsuits,” 2011-2016
    • “Avoiding Wrongful Discharge,” 2005-2016
    • “What Employers Need To Know About Discrimination,” 2007, 2011, 2015
    • “Employment Law Update,” 2011
    • “Medical Marijuana at Work,” 2010 and 2011
    • “The New FMLA Regulations that Affect Your Workplace,” 2011

    Publications

    • “50 Employment Laws in 50 States,” Montana sections, M. Lee Smith Publishers and Printers, Contributing Author, 2004 – Present
    • “Top Cop’s Wrongful Discharge Case Busted,” Business and Legal Resources, Inc.- MT, August 2016
    • “Parting is Such Sweet Sorrow – Tips For Negotiating Employee Separations,” Business and Legal Resources, Inc.- MT, July 2016
    • “An Employer, Employee, and Union Walk Into A Courtroom: Five Lessons Learned,” Business and Legal Resources, Inc.- MT, July 2016
    • “Getting Rid of a Manager in Montana,” Business and Legal Resources, Inc. – MT, May 2016
    • “Five Tricky Wage and Hour Questions,” Employers’ Lawyers Blog, May 2016
    • “Insurance Liability When Employee Injured Using Personal Vehicle,” Business and Legal Resources, Inc.- MT, April 2016
    • “Fired HR Manager Has FLSA Anti-Retaliation Claim,” Employers’ Lawyers Blog, April 2016
    • “Ten Tricky Montana Wage and Hour Questions,” Business and Legal Resources, Inc.- MT, March 2016
    • “Public Sector Union Agency Fees Still Alive,” Employers’ Lawyers Blog, March 2016
    • “HR Manager Fired After Complaining to Supervisors About Pay Practices Has FLSA Anti-Retaliation Claim,” Business and Legal Resources, Inc.- MT, February 2016
    • “Unique Montana Employment Laws (reworked parts of other articles/memos),” Business and Legal Resources, Inc.- MT, January 2016
    • “Montana Q&A,” Lexology Navigator – MT, January 2016
    • “Top Tip For The New Year: Train Your Supervisors,” Employers’ Lawyers Blog, January 2016
    • “Do’s and Don’ts of Documentation,” Employers’ Lawyers Blog, July 2015
    • “FMLA Self-Audit: Are You in Compliance?” Employers’ Lawyers Blog, May 2015
    • “FMLA Regulations to Be Revised to Include Same-Sex Spouses on Place of Celebration,” Employers’ Lawyers Blog, July 2014
    • “Hot Tips for FMLA Compliance and Curbing Abuse,” Employers’ Lawyers Blog, May 2014
    • “Keep Good Payroll Records to Defend Wage Claim,” Employers’ Lawyers Blog, April 2014
    • “Overtime Pay Exemptions to Change Pursuant to President Obama’s Directive, Employers’ Lawyers Blog, March 2014
    • “Montana Supreme Court Stresses Right of Privacy in Employment Records,” Employers’ Lawyers Blog, November 2013
    • “Statute of Limitations for Wage Claims, Punitive Damages for Constructive Discharge Claims and Supervisor Liability Clarified by Montana Supreme Court,” Employers’ Lawyers Blog, December 2013

  • Professional Affiliations

    • American Bar Association, Member
    • State Bar of Montana, Member
    • Yellowstone Area Bar Association, Member
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