Aaron Neilson

Aaron Neilson: Experienced Business Law and Communications Lawyer in Missoula, Montana

Aaron Neilson is a distinguished lawyer with over a decade of experience advising individuals, startups, tech companies, banks, contractors, and businesses on a wide variety of matters. With extensive practice areas including Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships), Communications Law, Banking and Finance Law, Community Association Law, Construction Law, Employment Law - Management, Real Estate Law, Trusts and Estates, and more, Aaron has successfully navigated the complexities faced by his clients.

Practice Areas

• Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships)
• Communications Law
• Banking and Finance Law
• Community Association Law
• Construction Law
• Employment Law - Management
• Real Estate Law
• Trusts and Estates

Aaron graduated with high honors from the University of Montana with a B.A. in Political Science and Communications, followed by his juris doctorate at the University of Montana School of Law where he achieved honors. He has held leadership roles as both an attorney and an officer in law firms such as Neilson, Swanson, Dietrich, Smith.

Education & Credentials

• University of Montana, B.A. in Political Science and Communications (high honors)
• The University of Montana School of Law, J.D., with Honors
• Bar Admissions: Montana State Bar Association
• Languages: Fluent in English

Aaron is deeply involved in the communities he serves. He is a member of First Security Bank’s board of directors, coach for his children’s sports teams, and volunteers at various nonprofit organizations such as Missoula Community Foundation. Aaron regularly advises some of the region's largest nonprofits.

Aaron was recognized by Best Attorney USA in 2026 and continues to be widely respected for his expertise across these practice areas, including:

• Recognized: Communications Law
• Recognized: Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships)
• Practice Area: Banking and Finance Law
• Practice Area: Community Association Law
• Practice Area: Construction Law
• Practice Area: Employment Law - Management
• Practice Area: Real Estate Law
• Practice Area: Trusts and Estates

Aaron's approach to his clients is tailored around the principles of honesty, integrity, and thorough understanding. He believes in building strong relationships with his clients to ensure they feel supported every step of their legal journey.