Business Details
21 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Wyoming Legal Services Cody
Established in 2005, Meinecke & Sitz, LLC has built a reputation as a trusted legal partner for residents of Wyoming and Montana. Our attorneys, M. Jalie Meinecke and Alex H. Sitz III, combine deep local knowledge with extensive legal expertise to address diverse client needs. With over four decades of combined experience, we specialize in personal injury, criminal defense, family law, estate planning, and business law. Our approach prioritizes client-centered solutions, focusing on achieving practical outcomes through negotiation when possible and vigorous advocacy when necessary. Jalie Meinecke's background in agricultural law and business litigation complements Alex Sitz's criminal defense expertise gained through prosecution experience.We maintain active involvement in professional organizations while providing pro bono services to community organizations. Our office in Cody, Wyoming serves as a hub for legal representation grounded in compassion, accessibility, and technical excellence. Through personalized service and transparent communication, we aim to demystify legal processes for our clients. Our track record includes successful resolutions in complex cases while maintaining ethical standards and professional integrity. We remain committed to evolving with legal developments while preserving our core values of client service and community responsibility.
Services
Personal Injury
Criminal Defense
Family Law
Estate Planning
Business Law
Probate
Juvenile Cases
Details
- Year established: 2005
Highlights and features
- We offer 15+ years of combined legal experience in Wyoming courts
- Our attorneys maintain active involvement in state bar associations
- We provide personalized legal strategies tailored to each client's needs
- Our office maintains extended availability for client convenience
- We combine local knowledge with technical legal expertise
What people say
Accessible
Professional
Reliable
Reasonable expectations
Good reputation
Services
Personal Injury
We represent clients seeking compensation for injuries from car accidents, workplace incidents, and slip-and-fall cases. Our attorneys handle product liability claims and wrongful death cases, focusing on recovering damages for medical expenses, lost income, and pain and suffering. With experience in Wyoming courts, we negotiate with insurance companies and litigate when necessary to protect client interests.
Criminal Defense
Our defense practice covers felonies, misdemeanors, and DUI/DWUI charges. We represent clients facing drug possession allegations, juvenile offenses, and expungement matters. Drawing on prosecution experience, we develop defense strategies that challenge evidence and protect constitutional rights throughout the legal process from arraignment to trial or plea negotiations.
Estate Planning
We create comprehensive estate plans including wills, trusts, and healthcare directives. Our services cover living trusts, special needs trusts, and powers of attorney to manage asset distribution and healthcare decisions. We help clients protect assets while ensuring their wishes are honored through tailored estate documentation and succession planning.
Family Law
Our family law practice handles divorce proceedings, child custody arrangements, and support determinations. We assist with adoption processes, paternity establishment, and protection orders. Using mediation when appropriate, we focus on solutions that prioritize children's well-being while protecting clients' parental rights and financial interests.
Business Law
We advise businesses on entity formation including LLCs, S-corporations, and partnerships. Our services cover contract drafting, real estate transactions, and commercial litigation. We help clients structure businesses for tax efficiency while providing ongoing legal counsel to protect commercial interests and resolve business disputes.
People
M. Jalie Meinecke
Attorney / Partner
Wyoming native with agricultural law background. Specializes in personal injury, business law, and estate planning. Graduated University of Wyoming Law in 2000. Active in Wyoming Trial Lawyers Association and pro bono community work. Serves Cody area from local office.
Alex H. Sitz III
Attorney / Partner
Experienced criminal defense attorney with former prosecutor background. Handles family law and personal injury cases. Known for accessibility and negotiation skills. Practicing since 2005 in Cody, Wyoming. Maintains strong reputation among peers and clients for effective representation.
Questions
What areas of law do you specialize in?
We handle personal injury, criminal defense, family law, estate planning, business law, and probate matters across Wyoming and Montana.
Are you available for emergency legal situations?
Yes, we offer 24/7 availability for urgent legal matters requiring immediate attorney consultation.
How experienced are your attorneys?
Our partners have 15+ years of combined experience with Wyoming courts, including prosecution and civil litigation backgrounds.
Do you offer flexible representation options?
We provide both full representation and limited scope services for clients seeking specific legal assistance.
What makes your firm different from others?
We combine local knowledge with technical expertise while maintaining personal accessibility and transparent communication with clients.
