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Legal Tips: What to Do If You Receive an Eviction Notice in Montana
March 18, 2026
Receiving an eviction notice can be terrifying, but you have rights. Montana law requires landlords to follow a specific...
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MLSA TAIP Program Wins 2025 ABA Louis M. Brown Select Award
February 28, 2026
The American Bar Association has selected MLSA's Tribal Advocacy Incubator Program as a 2025 recipient of the Louis M. B...
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Legal Tips: Understanding Montana's Order of Protection Process for DV Survivors
February 14, 2026
Montana's legal definition of domestic violence is broader than many people realize, and the Order of Protection process...
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