Family Law Attorney in Billings, Montana
Michele L. Braukmann is the founding member of Meridian Law, PLLC, with nearly 20 years of experience in civil disputes and litigation. She is dedicated to protecting victims’ rights and advocating for families and children through personalized, client-focused legal representation. Michele earned her Bachelor of Arts in English Literature with High Honors from the University of Montana and her Juris Doctor, magna cum laude, from the University of Notre Dame Law School. Before founding Meridian Law, she worked at a large civil defense firm, where she handled complex civil claims in state and federal courts, administrative proceedings, and appellate matters, including arguments before the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals.
Michele’s experience includes employment discrimination, wrongful termination, and cases involving vulnerable individuals and families. In Kreilaus v. Colorado Tubular, she represented a veteran with PTSD in a wrongful discharge and discrimination case that resulted in a favorable verdict, substantial attorneys’ fees, and affirmative relief. Her personal experiences and commitment to helping people through difficult legal situations have shaped her compassionate approach to advocacy. Outside her practice, Michele raises four children, participates actively in the recovery community, and enjoys writing, speaking about her recovery journey, and spending time in Montana’s mountains.
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