Tyson McLean joined Kris McLean Law Firm in 2018. He went into the practice of law to solve problems for people, and he is diligent in pursuing results for his clients. Tyson takes a proactive, collaborative approach to achieving his clients’ goals, focusing on their input and priorities when crafting litigation strategy.

Tyson is down-to-earth and collegial; he seeks to reach practical legal solutions in a reasonable way. Clients appreciate his approachability and responsiveness, but they are also grateful to have him in their corner when the stakes are high. He is known for his thorough legal research and trial preparation, as well as his persuasive and effective oral advocacy in the state and federal courts of Montana.

Helping people overcome adversity and find justice is what motivates Tyson every day. Integrity is one of Tyson’s foundational values, and he takes pride in using his legal knowledge to achieve a fair outcome for people who have been harmed by dishonesty or negligence. He knows that the law isn’t just theoretical; it affects real people’s lives and livelihoods, and Tyson is committed to using the power of the law to do good.

Prior to becoming an attorney, Tyson earned a Master’s degree in Sociology with a concentration in Criminology from the University of Montana. He worked as a statistician for the Department of Justice at the Montana Board of Crime Control, but ultimately decided to pursue a career in law because it offered the opportunity to continually learn and master new challenges, as well as the chance to make a real difference in people’s lives.

A native Montanan, Tyson is an avid fly fisherman and oarsman. When not in the office or in court, he enjoys spending time in local parks and on hiking trails with his wife and two children. When the snow flies, you can find Tyson snowboarding or dreaming of big dry flies.