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Founded by Ariel Overstreet-Adkins in Billings, Montana, Bluebird Law primarily focuses on comprehensive and personalized estate planning. The firm also assists former and existing clients with estate and trust administration including probates. We have additional expertise in business, agricultural, water, and real estate law.
Bluebird Law serves individuals, families, small business owners/entrepreneurs, and agricultural clients all across Montana.
Making a connection with each client is important to Ariel. The education-first model helps inform you so that you can make the best choice for your situation.
Ariel Overstreet-Adkins
Attorney
After graduating from law school at the University of Montana, Ariel spent an intensive year clerking for the Honorable Brian Morris, U.S. District Court for the District of Montana in Great Falls, Montana where she assisted the Judge with research, drafting opinions, and preparing for trials, both criminal and civil. Then Ariel was hired by one of Billings' largest and best respected law firms, Moulton Bellingham P.C. At Moulton Bellingham, Ariel worked closely with other attorneys on matters including a high-profile complex class action lawsuit and a large ranch sale transaction with over 300 water rights. She also took the lead on representing her own clients in agricultural, water rights, and property disputes. Ariel was able to assist a client in obtaining a nearly $1 million judgment in a dispute over a cattle management contract.
“The incredible experience I gained in my time with Judge Morris and Moulton Bellingham, combined with my prior communications and government affairs work for the Montana Stockgrowers Association, gave me the knowledge and confidence I needed to open up my own firm. I am so excited to focus on the areas of law—and the clients—that I care most deeply about.”
Ariel is a product of her deep Montana roots. Ariel was born and raised near Big Timber. She graduated from Reed Point High School and then Princeton University. Ariel was Communications Director for the Montana Stockgrowers Association. She lobbied for the Montata Stockgrowers Association and the Montana CattleWomen during the Montana legislative sessions in 2009, 2011 and 2013 and with Montana’s Congressional Delegation in Washington, D.C. During this time, she saw an opportunity to further her education and experience and decided to go to law school.
During law school, Ariel served on the Public Land and Resource Law Review. She published an article in Montana Law Review examining the potential for an amendment to the State Constitution to guarantee the right to farm and ranch in Montana called “Extraordinary Protections for the Industry That Feeds Us”.
She spent a summer as an intern for Chief Water Judge Russ McElyea at the Montana Water Court. She worked as a research assistant to Michelle Bryan, professor of water and land use at the law school. During this time, she also served on the Montana Milk Control Board. At graduation, Ariel received the award for her “exceptional dedication and diligence” for her work in the Land Use and Natural Recourses Clinic.
Ariel is very involved in the community. Ariel graduated from the Leadership Montana program in 2013 and currently sits on its Board of Governors. She is a member of the Board of Directors of the Montana Cowboy Hall of Fame & Western Heritage Center, and a past long-serving Vice President. She volunteers to interview local applicants for Princeton University. She is a supporting member of the Montana Stockgrowers Association, the Montana CattleWomen, and the Montana Farm Bureau Federation.
Ariel and her husband, Zac Adkins, welcomed their daughter, Elianna, in 2020. The family includes two corgis, Finn and Poe. Ariel enjoys spending time at her family’s small horse ranch near Big Timber and at the family cabin up the Boulder Valley.
Fun Fact
While attending high school at Reed Point, Ariel was named to the First Team All-State basketball team all four years. You can still find her name in the record books for three-pointers in a season and in a game.
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why i chose the name bluebird law
"Bluebirds give me a shot of joy when I see them. They make me think of spring, of new beginnings. My Grandma Smitty used to point them out when we drove with her near Ennis and say "There's a bluebird, that's good luck!" I wanted to bring a little of that joy and good luck to my work and to my clients."
— Ariel Overstreet-Adkins
“Bluebird Law was professional, understanding, patient, thorough and beyond helpful while we were doing estate planning. I highly recommend.”
— Kelly Edwards
Zac
Chief Operations Officer
Ariel and Zac met in 2010, shortly before his graduation from Montana Tech in 2011, where he studied Engineering and Business Networking Technologies concurrently. After graduation, the two became the first couple to complete the Leadership Montana flagship class in 2013. While Ariel pursued her law degree, they maintained living spaces in three cities.
In 2020, Ariel founded Bluebird Law. She was pregnant with their daughter, Elianna, and Montana's Governor had just declared a state of emergency. Amid the chaos, the launch of the firm marked the culmination of a decade-long shared goal. That same year, Zac completed the Leadership Montana Master’s Program.
At the time, Zac was serving as Fleet Director at Loenbro, where he played a key role in the rapid growth and operations of its production and equipment divisions. As he expanded his leadership experience, he continued supporting Bluebird’s development behind the scenes.
In the fall of 2024, Zac officially joined Bluebird as COO. That season also brought the birth of their son, Everett. Amid this growth, Ariel remained focused on ensuring the firm continued to deliver the same service, empathy, and individualized attention that first drew clients to Bluebird. In early 2025, Zac concluded a 12-year tenure with Loenbro to fully dedicate himself to the future of Bluebird and their family.
Zac brings deep experience in engineering, finance, business operations, and technology integration. He excels at identifying roadblocks and inefficiencies while keeping teams aligned on shared goals. A servant leader and skilled communicator, Zac is known for building strong relationships with clients, colleagues, and stakeholders. He is committed to continuous learning and brings a purposeful approach to operations management, strategic planning, and team leadership.
With a proven record in developing systems that drive growth and efficiency, Zac offers expertise in budgeting, coaching, and problem-solving. Drawing from a diverse background, he is helping expand the firm’s capacity to serve Montana and beyond. His passion for innovation and dedication to excellence make him a great match to the Bluebird team.
Jennifer
Client Services Director
Jennifer came to Bluebird Law with over thirty years of legal experience. After many years in Arizona and Oregon, Jennifer returned to Billings in 2016. Jennifer’s career has included many aspects of law including estate planning, personal injury and wrongful death, commercial litigation, criminal, school law, and bankruptcy.
Jennifer cultivated a love of traveling while growing up overseas when her father’s career as a diplomat took the family to many postings around the world, including tours in Brazil, Bolivia, Honduras and Indonesia. After graduating from high school in Indonesia, Jennifer moved to her parents’ home state of Montana to attend and graduate from Montana State University.
Jennifer enjoys spending time with her human family as well as her animal family, including Frankie the Frenchie, mini Aussie Bogie, and Sheila her Munchkin kitty. Jennifer is passionate about animals and animal rescue, having an especially soft spot for special needs animals.
Jessie
Client service technician and billing manager
As a Montanan, born and raised, Jessie grew up in the Helena area enjoying the outdoor activities and everything the western side of the state had to offer. After high school, Jessie moved to Kansas to expand on her life experiences, later returning to Montana to raise her daughter.
While attending university, Jessie assisted military families who participated in Family Readiness Groups to attain financial and emotional support while their soldiers were deployed. As a new mother herself, she understood the importance of being there for people going through difficult situations and sometimes loss.
Jessie graduated from Upper Iowa University and quickly pursued a career in banking and accounting. Although Jessie does not come from an estate planning background, her passion for helping people is what brought her to the Bluebird team.
Jessie has over 15+ years of experience in different areas of client services including retail customer service, hospitality guest services, and experience at another law firm as a client service technician and billing manager.
Jessie is an artist at heart and loves to travel with her daughter any chance she can.
Samantha
client Coordinator
Sam was raised in Billings, MT, since she was three years old. Although born in Colorado, she still loves to visit, especially to watch the Colorado Avalanche play hockey. Sam graduated from Montana State University Billings with a degree in Political Science and History and completed her student teaching at the Billings Career Center.
Before joining Bluebird Law, Sam worked as the assistant manager at Enterprise Mobility, where she oversaw employee growth and development. She also contributed to the Billings treatment court, supporting participants in their recovery journeys. With 15 years of experience in customer service, Sam brings expertise in grant management, billing, and planning.
At Bluebird Law, Sam serves as the Client Coordinator, where she gathers client information and assists the team with tasks related to trust creation. Additionally, she helps Ariel and Zac with outreach programs. Sam is excited to contribute to helping people protect themselves and their loved ones.
Known for her caring and loyal nature, Sam also believes she has a good sense of humor. In her free time, she enjoys reading, watching movies, doing puzzles, and camping around Red Lodge, Cooney Lake, and Hyalite with family during the summer months.
Amanda
Legal Receptionist
After moving to Billings, Montana, when Amanda was 3, she never left. She attended college at Montana State University Billings and graduated in December of 2014 with Cum Laude honors and a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree with her focus in new media (digital art). As an artist, Amanda enjoys all things bright and colorful and loves doing creative makeup. She also likes to bake and decorate themed cupcakes.
Before joining Bluebird, Amanda had worked in the customer service industry since she was sixteen. She simultaneously worked in various aspects of law enforcement. Although law enforcement is different than law in general, Amanda is adaptable, willing to learn, and is very personable and will work to assist in whatever fashion she can.
In addition to an extensive work history, Amanda is also active in different sports communities around Billings and surrounding cities and enjoys taking her 3 fur babies out for adventures, particularly around Norm’s Island. She has also become a plant enthusiast and hopes to make her house a green paradise. Her love for her community and helping people has recently landed her as an active Auxiliary Member at the Post 4 American Legion.