Caldwell Lawyers

I believe in getting things done right! As a young man I have watched and have been tutored by many of Idaho's foremost criminal trial attorneys. I have observed several criminal trials, and handled hundreds of criminal cases. I have experience as a public defender, Judicial Clerk Extern, and as a prosecuting attorney employee in Canyon County. But what I believe truely sets me apart is my willingness to go the extra mile. I believe in tireless advocacy, honest communication, attention to detail, and offering high value and affordable service to each client. My empathy and compassion for my...

Matt Andrew has been an attorney and member of the Idaho Bar since 2007 and has a varied and fascinating legal career. Since 2013, Matt has focused on representing seriously injured people in personal injury and workers’ compensation cases. Matt has successfully tried multiple cases to verdict before the Idaho District Courts and the Idaho Industrial Commission. Matt has practiced law before the US Military Courts, the Idaho State Courts, as well as the Idaho Federal Courts. He has argued in front of the Idaho Supreme Court and continues to remain active in the Idaho plaintiff’s bar. Matt’s focus on serious...

David E. Kerrick is a sole practitioner in Caldwell, Idaho practicing in the areas of wills, estates, trusts, probate, and fiduciary services. Mr. Kerrick earned his B.A. degree from the College of Idaho and the University of Washington, and his J.D. degree from the University of Idaho. Admitted to practice in 1980, he is past president of the Third District Bar (1985-1986); past president of the Canyon County Lawyers (1985); a recipient of the Idaho State Bar Oustanding Service Award (1985 & 1994); a recipient of the Idaho State Bar Professionalism Award (2009); a former commissioner and past...

John Barrera is an immigration attorney and criminal defense attorney with over twenty years of experience who is fluent in Spanish. John Barrera has successfully represented clients in complex removal defense proceedings in immigration courts around the United States as well as successfully representing clients in employment based immigration matters, Green Card, asylum applications and U-visa applications. John has represented and obtained not guilty verdicts and dismissal in numerous complex criminal cases involving Drug Trafficking, Homicide, Theft Offenses and cases involving Traffic Offenses including Driving Under the Influence charges. John Barrera is admitted to practice in the States of New...

Chad W. Gulstrom was born in Lewiston, Idaho and raised in Sandpoint, Idaho. He graduated from Sandpoint High School in 1989. He obtained a Bachelor of Science degree in Criminal Justice with a minor in Sociology and a minor in Psychology at the University of Idaho in 1993. A semester of his undergraduate school was spent at the University of the Virgin Islands on St. Thomas, U.S.V.I. in the Caribbean. He attended Law School at the University of Idaho and graduated in May of 1997. After graduation, Chad worked as District Court law clerk in Twin Falls, Idaho. In April...

Jennifer Roark was born in Salt Lake City Utah and raised in Hailey, Idaho. She earned her Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from the University of Utah, graduating magna cum laude. After completing her undergraduate work, Jennifer earned her juris doctorate from the University of Idaho College of Law. Jennifer worked for the College of Law's legal aid program, representing lower income clients in divorces, child custody cases, guardianships, termination and adoption proceedings. Thereafter, Jennifer was a staff attorney for the Honorable Thomas J. Ryan. At Gulstrom, Henson and Roark, Jennifer represents clients in family law cases, including...

I am careful to communicate regularly with my clients. I have handled workers compensation and personal injury cases in Idaho since 1995. I have handled personal injury cases in Oregon since 2002. I also handle family law cases in Idaho.

Deborah Gates was born in Laguna Beach, California and raised in Ketchum, Idaho. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Santa Clara University, graduating with minors in Philosophy and Performing Arts. After completing her undergraduate work, Ms. Gates earned her juris doctorate from Southwestern University School of Law. During law school, Ms. Gates interned for the Department of Children and Family Services’ contracted law firm, representing the children of families where abuse was alleged, including lower income clients in child custody cases. Also during law school, Ms. Gates interned for the Los Angeles County Public Defender’s...

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Alan J. Coffel was born and raised in Salem, Oregon. He attended the University of Oregon, graduating in 1969 with a B.A. degree in Political Science. After graduating, he spent two years in the U.S. Army with the rank of 1st Lieutenant and had a tour of duty in Vietnam for one year. Upon returning, he attended law school at the University of Idaho, graduating in 1974. He was the Owyhee County Prosecutor for approximately five years and has since been in private practice in both Owyhee County and Canyon County. He is admitted to practice...

Idaho Trial Lawyer of the Year for 2011, Kurt Holzer is a past President of the Idaho Trial Lawyers Association. He is AV rated by Martindale Hubble and has received a 10 from the AVVO rating service. As trial counsel, Kurt has obtained several jury verdicts in excess of one million dollars. A member of the Idaho State Bar since 1992 and a member of the Board of Directors of the ITLA since 1997, Kurt currently serves as co-chair of its Governmental Relations committee. He is a former Idaho representative to the American Trial Lawyers Association. He has served...

Joseph Frick is an experienced family law attorney in Idaho and a military veteran. He provides legal representation to clients across all family law matters, including but not limited to divorce, child custody, paternity actions, dependency and Department of Children and Families (DCF) issues, post-divorce modifications, and adoptions. Family law matters such as divorce and custody can be emotionally challenging, and Mr. Frick understands the need for sensitivity and empathy while dealing with such issues. His Idaho-based family law firm is equipped to handle cases with care and concern to help protect clients and their children during times of change. The...

Meridian and Boise, Idaho personal injury attorney. I started my own practice right out of law school in 2003 and have been successfully representing individuals and families injured in car, trucking and motorcycle accidents. I answer my own phone, each and every time you call in (assuming I am not in court or with another client).

Ada County born and raised. Married with a little family of my own. My Estate Planning practice focuses on helping you answer your "What-ifs" and to help you protect those little ones you love so much. Idaho educated. Graduated from Borah High School, Boise State University, and the University of Idaho. I enjoy coaching, which I try to coach one sport a year. It is typically football at Lewis and Clark middle school, but I have been known to coach basketball as well.

Todd Ungerecht graduated from Gonzaga University in Spokane with degrees in Political Science and History in 1987, and he went on to earn his Juris Doctor degree from Gonzaga School of Law in 1990. After law school, Todd worked as a deputy prosecuting attorney with the Franklin County Prosecuting Attorney's office in Pasco, Washington, prosecuting misdemeanors and was appointed Chief Civil Deputy Prosecuting Attorney, providing advice to the Board of Franklin County Commissioners as well as other county elected officials on local civil matters. He also has several years of experience working in small private law practice, handling a variety...

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In today's world, every law firm defines themselves as the "top firm," the "premier firm," or the "best firm." Every lawyer pays large sums of money for a trophy designation like "SuperLawyer" or "Top Lawyer." They think that makes them unique.

At Hogle Law, we define ourselves by taking the "top firms" and "SuperLawyers" to the woodshed. We're unique because we have "bet the business" litigation and trial experience. We're unique because we have "get the deal done" transactional experience. Hogle Law is: Any trial. Any transaction. Any...

Mark E. Wight, Founder and President of Idaho Estate Planning is passionate about helping families plan for their futures. Mark has degrees in philosophy and environmental studies from Utah State University and a law degree from the J. Reuben Clark Law School at Brigham Young University. A focused and experienced attorney in estate and legacy planning, asset protection and tax planning, - Mark’s practice has helped thousands of Idaho families design customized plans. He has co-authored several manuals for attorneys in the areas of Probate Administration, Estate and Estate Tax Planning, and Asset Protection. His book, “Get Real: Planning...

I was born in Southern California but moved to Arkansas as a youth. I was the first in my family to attend college and graduated from the University of Notre Dame in 2002 with a Bachelors in Sociology and Psychology. After college, I spent seven years as a parole/probation agent. Through this experience, I saw the need for quality legal representation for immigrants. In 2013, I moved to Idaho with her husband and five children. After this move, I enrolled at Concordia University School of Law, graduating with a Juris Doctor in 2018. While in law school, I knew she...

Attorney Yvonne Franco Perez earned her Juris Doctorate from the University of Idaho College of Law with an emphasis in enterprise organization. She holds a Bachelor’s of Science degree in Political Science, with a minor in Spanish and a Masters of Public Administration from Idaho State University. Attorney Franco is passionate about serving the community. Prior to law school, she served with AmeriCorps VISTA, a national service program designed specifically to fight poverty and help those in disadvantaged circumstances. There she dedicated her time to creating a sustainable KinCare Program for relatives raising relative children. Prior to AmeriCorps...

Brian has been a practicing attorney since 2006. In 2011, he gained national recognition for his knowledge of short sales and foreclosures during a National Public Radio report. He is a contributor to the Idaho Business Review and contact for the Idaho Statesman and 580 KIDO.

In addition to his law practice, Brian often participates as an instructor in seminars for attorneys and workshops for real-estate professionals. Prior to earning his law degree, he worked for six years in IT as a Sr. Developer and Programmer for Nationwide Financial, a publicly traded company and affiliate of Nationwide Mutual Insurance Company.

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After 42 years serving as an attorney, I've recently retired from active practice. But I still meet with my partners, Daniel Patchin and Ben Monaghan, at least a couple times each week to discuss current challenges and recent changes in the areas of estate planning and probate.

We only handle personal injury and accident cases at Johnson and Lundgreen, PC. By focusing only on those types of cases, we can offer a greater level of service. We have a dedicated staff that will always be available to help you with this tough time in your life, and help to remove the stress of dealing with your case. We can't take the pain of an accident away, but we can relieve your pressures and guide you through the process. We have attorneys licensed in both Oregon and Utah, as well as our primary focus on Idaho...

I am a registered Patent Attorney with a degree in chemical engineering and industry experience in food processing and electrical engineering. I represent innovative entities seeking to protect intellectual property rights. I work with inventions in a breadth of industries including the chemical, material science, electrical, medical, nanotechnology, gaming, and consumer products industries. In addition to patent work, my practice includes trademark, copyright, licensing, and general IP counseling.

I mainly represent clients with their business and bankruptcy needs. Most of my work relates to helping clients organize, reorganize, buy/sell and merge companies. I expect that no attorney in the state of Idaho has more experience with complex mergers and acquisitions.

Mr. Darnall is a well tenured attorney that spent 16 years with a Fortune 25 company, served as General Counsel for various companies & represented "big box" retailers during his tenure at a Texas law firm. Mr. Darnall has a myriad of transactional experience including Leasing, residential and commerical real estate, purchase and sales agreements, M&A,corporate as well as 1st chair jury trial experience and is always willing to diligently represent his clients and take his opponets to the "mat" if neccessary.

Michael earned his Juris Doctor from Washburn University Law School in 2010 with a Certificate in Business and Transactional Law with Distinction.

In law school, Michael frequented the Dean’s List and graduated in the top 10% of his class. He was a legal intern with Washburn’s Law Clinic in both Civil Litigation and Small Business and Transactional Law.

Michael received his Master of Laws at the University of Georgia School of Law.

Michael obtained his Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice from Southern Utah University in Cedar City, Utah. While attending school, he interned with SUU’s Public Safety Office. He earned his Master’s...

Kelby Monks began his successful legal career shortly after earning his juris doctorate. Just before he joined the team of personal injury attorneys at The Idaho Advocates, he proudly finished his degree at the University of Idaho College of Law.

Prior to graduation, Kelby worked as an intern for the Idaho Supreme Court. The internship allowed him to work directly with the Honorable Justice Robin Brody, where he explored the ins and outs of the state’s supreme court. He practiced scripting bench memorandums and drafted original copies of opinion statements. Kelby also spent time in law school working as a law...

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Originally from Rexburg, Idaho, Eric attended Ricks College (known now as BYU-Idaho) where he focused his studies on Geology and Political Science. After Ricks College Eric continued his studies at Idaho State University, graduating with a degree in Geology. Eric always had a desire to practice law, so it did not take long after graduating from Idaho State University for Eric to head off to Michigan State University to study law. While at MSU Eric served as an associate editor of the Journal of Medicine and Law and was a member of the Environmental Law...

Brian's practice focuses on family law, estate planning, criminal defense and business law. Brian is licensed to practice in all Idaho courts as well as the U.S. District Court for the district of Idaho. He is also actively involved in church and community service in the Boise area. Brian is an Eagle Scout and volunteers his time as a Scout Master for his local Boy Scout Troop. He is also an active member of the family law section of the Idaho State Bar. Brian was born and raised in Idaho. In his free time, he enjoys spending time with his...