Edward G. Beaudette is a 1980 graduate of the University of Montana School of Law. He was engaged in the private practice of law in Anaconda, Montana, for over 12 years, specializing in litigation. Mr. Beaudette served four years as the Anaconda-Deer Lodge County Attorney. During that time he worked extensively on environmental and Superfund issues, and was instrumental in the planning, development and construction of the Old Works Golf Course on a Superfund remediation site in Anaconda, Montana. Since 1998 Mr. Beaudette has been employed by the Montana Department of Transportation where he specializes in contract claims, condemnation and environmental litigation.

Bradford J. Brown is a partner with the Crowley Fleck law firm in Helena. His practice focuses on construction law, including defense of professional liability cases involving design professionals, defense and prosecution of various construction defect claims, and successful prosecution of multiple construction lien claims, commercial litigation, title insurance litigation, legal malpractice and cases involving property damage. Mr. Brown is a 2004 graduate of Valparaiso University and a 2007 graduate of the Alexander Blewett III School of Law at the University of Montana. He is admitted to practice law in Montana, North Dakota, Wyoming, and the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals. Mr. Brown is also a co-chair of Crowley Fleck’s commercial litigation practice group.

Keith Cron is director of Environmental Services with CTA and is based in the Great Falls, Montana, office. His interest in the “science” side of occupational and environmental health, and a passion for community, have been applied in government, commercial, industrial, residential, legal, and insurance settings, and to many Brownfields projects in sustainable redevelopments. Mr. Cron is deft at anticipating problems; developing long-term, risk-averse solutions; and, alongside a diverse team of environmental experts, focusing on unique perspectives and client-focused decisions. He is a licensed certified industrial hygienist (CIH). hygienist (CIH). where he specializes in contract claims, condemnation and environmental litigation.

Mark R. Feddes is an associate attorney with Crowley Fleck PLLP. He enjoys helping employers navigate the unique landscape of Montana employment law in the planning, risk management, and litigation contexts. Mr. Feddes advises employers on personnel, termination, and policy issues, and he advocates for employers through the litigation process. His practice is primarily focused on representing employers in discrimination, retaliation, and wrongful discharge lawsuits. Mr. Feddes also handles overtime and wage claims. In addition to his employment law practice, he assists in defending against medical malpractice actions. Mr. Feddes earned his B.S. degree from Whitworth University and his J.D. degree from Pepperdine School of Law.

Matthew F. McLean is a partner in the Bozeman office of Crowley Fleck and handles matters throughout Montana and Wyoming. He received his juris doctorate degree with honors from the University of Wyoming College of Law in 1995 and received his undergraduate degree from the University of Wyoming as well. Mr. McLean’s practice focuses on construction law and appellate practice. He has represented a variety of clients, including architects, engineers, owners, contractors, product manufacturers, and retailers in state and federal courts, as well as in arbitration and mediation proceedings. Mr. McLean has experience representing parties in disputes arising out of a wide variety of public and private construction projects and has served as a mediator in construction disputes. He also has helped clients negotiate and draft contracts for a wide variety of construction projects, including multi-million dollar commercial construction projects, hospital construction projects, school construction projects, public works projects and large and small residential projects.

Christian T. Nygren is a shareholder in the Bozeman law firm of .Berg Lilly, P.C Mr. Nygren’s practice focuses on construction, regulatory, business employment and property litigation. Mr. Nygren previously served as a general counsel for Barnard Construction Company and prior to that as a partner with Milodragovich, Dale and Steinbrenner P.C. in Missoula. He was a professional engineer for 11 years after graduating from Montana State University and served in the U.S. Navy before attending law school and graduating from University of Montana. He is a past president of the Construction Law Section of Montana’s State Bar and has extensive trial experience throughout Montana as well as in other states around the nation.