You should contact the Clerk of Court to obtain details on how to proceed. Justice Court is somewhat more complicated and attorney's are allowed. You should go to your local Justice Court and acquaint yourself with the surroundings and procedures. You will have to do some investigation on how to proceed and determine your comfort level before proceeding on your own in Justice Court. If you have any further questions or need further directions please call the respective Court in the City or County in which you live.
Every contract according to Montana law contains a covenant of good faith and fair dealing.
Under some circumstances egregious conduct by a party may give rise to the Tort of Bad Faith. This most often occurs when a consumer is taken advantage of by a large company or there is a relationship of trust involved. Under the Tort of Bad Faith damages above and beyond contract damages may be recovered, including punitive damages if the facts warrant. Unless the contract so provides, attorney's fees may not be recovered. However, many contracts do provide for recovery of attorney's fees if legal action is required to enforce the contract.