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Stephanie is an Idaho attorney with experience representing clients in family law matters - divorce, custody, modifications, adoptions and more. Her practice also emphasizes equine law, an emerging field encompassing the contract, business and property laws that impact the horse industry.. Although Stephanie’s trial and courtroom experience affords clients strong representation through the entire legal process, Stephanie also believes in the amicable resolution of disputes and practices alternative dispute resolution processes such as mediation.. Stephanie speaks about equine law at horse events throughout Idaho and is passionate about empowering and educating the public.

Richard Blok practices began practicing law in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania before moving to Eastern Idaho. He specializes in criminal defense law and family law, but has represented clients in a wide range of civil and criminal cases. Richard represents clients in all stages of proceedings with a focus on justice, and getting the best possible outcomes for his clients.. Background. Richard graduated from Rutgers School of Law in Camden in 2013. While in law school, Richard volunteered with the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) of Pennsylvania on a project examining Fourth Amendment search and seizure rights in Philadelphia. Richard served as an intern for the Honorable Judge Rayford A. Means, Court of Common Pleas Philadelphia - Criminal Division.After earning his law degree, Richard was a Fellow for the Honorable Judge Leon W. Tucker, Court of Common Pleas Philadelphia - Civil Division. In 2014, Richard joined Montoya Schafer, LLC, a Philadelphia criminal defense practice. In 2016, he became sole practitioner of his own firm in Philadelphia. After moving to Idaho Richard joined the firm of Racine Olson, PLLP.. Casework. Richard has successfully handled hundreds of criminal law cases, dozens of family law matter, as well as numerous other matters in areas ranging from property taxes to trademark disputes. His work in Philadelphia was concentrated around criminal work at the misdemeanor, felony, and appellate level. Richard has argued in front of the Superior Court of Pennsylvania, Commonwealth v. Coraza, 1063 EDA 2013, and has written appeals in dozens of cases. As a criminal trial attorney, Richard has handled hundreds as cases, bringing many to verdict, including nine felony jury trials.As a family law attorney Richard handles divorces, child custody matters, community property distribution, protection orders, domestic violence situations, and all other family law matters. Richard believes family law requires a wholistic approach where lawyer and client examine each issue in context in order to determine what the best overall outcome for the client will be.. As a criminal defense lawyer Richard has handled cases ranging simple possession and DUI to major drug crime and homicide. Regardless of the type of crime you are accused of Richard is well prepared to handle your case from start to finish. Richard has won full acquittals in felony jury trials in cases involving burglary and assault with a deadly weapon, drug trafficking with over $80, of narcotics, aggravated assault, and others. Additionally, he has won acquittals or dismissals in numerous cases involving narcotics, gun crime, property crime, and violent crime. Richard believes that preparing to fight the case at trial from the very beginning is the best way to approach all criminal cases, and leads to the best possible outcomes.. Personal. Richard originally hails from East Windsor, New Jersey. Prior to his law career, he worked as a musician. Richard graduated Cum Laude from Berklee College of Music in Boston in 2006, where he majored in Jazz Guitar and Music Business. He moved to Eastern Idaho with his wife in 2017.

Raised on a family cattle ranch along the Bear River in southeast Idaho, Randy’s strong ethic for hard work and responsibility has translated into success as an attorney. He has long-held Martindale-Hubbell’s AV rating, awarded to attorneys whose peers rank their ethical standards and legal ability at the highest level. With more than three decades of experience, a deep knowledge of his core practice areas, and trust from the legal community, Randy has a proven ability to effectively and efficiently resolve legal problems that confront his clients.. Between ranching, fishing and hunting, Randy developed an early appreciation for natural resources. His legal career followed the same path, focusing on real estate and natural resource transactions and development. He now advises some of eastern Idaho’s largest mining, irrigation and agriculture enterprises, including Monsanto Company, Hess Pumice, Idaho Ground Water Appropriators, Aberdeen-Springfield Canal Company, Gehring Agri-Business, and Koompin Farms.. Randy is lead counsel in the ongoing monumental water disputes between surface and ground water users across southern Idaho, representing several ground water districts made up of businesses, municipalities, and farmers that irrigate nearly a million acres. His results-oriented approach to solving legal problems, and his ability to sort through complex legal issues and focus on the things that matter, has enabled ground water users to avoid curtailment despite multiple threats, ongoing litigation, and the worst drought in recorded Idaho history.. Randy also enjoys the personal connections that are built through strategic business and estate planning. Over the years he has organized businesses and prepared estate and succession plans for hundreds of farmers, ranchers, small businessmen and families. He understands that the maxim “an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure” is especially germane to these events.

My father was a life long member of the Teamsters Union. He drove a truck to support our family. I grew up in a working class neighborhood. I connect with people who work for a living. When they get hurt I am ready to battle the workers compensation insurance company so they receive every penny they deserve under Idaho law. This is my passion and why I practice law.

Mr. Green’s practice is devoted primarily to creditors rights and bankruptcy including loan workouts, bank litigation, Insolvency Law and Secured Transaction Litigation. Mr. Green also represents Bankruptcy Trustees throughout Southeast Idaho. Mr. Green has extensive experience in loan documentation, foreclosure and all aspects of Bankruptcy. Mr. Green is admitted to practice before all State and Federal Courts of the State of Idaho and before the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals.. Mr. Green was born in Ogden, Utah, on August 8, 1955. He and his wife, Mary, have four children. Mr. Green speaks Japanese.

Mr. George enjoys amateur photography and submits his photographs regularly to various contests. He views photography much like law. In photography, it is important to have the right settings to ensure that the correct amount of light is on the subject. It does not really matter if the subject of the photograph is backlit or in the shadow, the right settings can be found and a good picture obtained.. When it comes to law and clients, Mr. George uses the same approach. There is almost always a way of obtaining a favorable outcome for the client if the right rules are applied. This sometimes takes time and energy, but the results are worth it. The client can expect that his or her problem will be solved in a way that achieves their goal.. Mr. George received his undergraduate education at Brigham Young University receiving a B.S. in 1996. He obtained his legal education from the University of Idaho College of Law where he received his Juris Doctor Degree, cum laude, in 1999. Prior to joining the firm of Racine Olson in 2001, Mr. George clerked for the Honorable James J. May in Sun Valley, Idaho.

Mr. Budge specializes in real estate, water rights, and natural resource law, representing cities, corporations, banks, developers, and landowners throughout Southern Idaho in a wide range of transactions, administrative proceedings, litigation, and appeals. He has worked on some of Idaho’s largest real estate developments, was intimately involved with the Snake River Basin Adjudication, and has advised clients in connection with more than $100 million in real estate transactions. His experience includes land use, planning and zoning, agriculture, water rights, the Clean Water Act, easements, road disputes, boundary disputes, eminent domain, mining, and energy.. T.J. approaches legal challenges with the goal of identifying solutions that can be implemented quickly and cost-effectively. He has argued cases before the Idaho Supreme Court, Idaho Department of Water Resources, Idaho Department of Lands, United States Environmental Protection Agency, and local government boards throughout eastern Idaho. The legal, historical, and practical insights gained from these experiences enable T.J. to provide clear and cost-effective solutions to the most difficult legal challenges that face our clients. Professional Memberships and Activities. Mr. Budge is licensed to practice law in both Idaho and Utah. He is the current President of the Portneuf Inn of Court, a past Board member of the Water Law Section of the Idaho State Bar, and a current member of the Real Estate Section and the Water Law Section of the Idaho State Bar. His article A Fluid Transaction: Buying and Selling Water Rights was published in The Advocate, the official publication of the Idaho State Bar.. Awards. Mr. Budge has been awarded the highest AV Preeminent rating from Martindale-Hubbel, maintains a 10.0 rating with AVVO, was named the 2010 CASA Attorney of the Year, and has been a finalist for the Idaho Business Review Overachievers Under 40 (2015), Professional of the Year (2016), and Business & Achievement (2017) awards.. Academic Degrees. Speaking Engagements. Personal Information. Mr. Budge is married to Heidi Baurer of Mud Lake, Idaho, and they have four children. He also serves on the Board of Directors of the Pocatello Pioneers Mountain Bike Team, he is on the City of Chubbuck Development Commission and the Portneuf Health Trust Endowment Board, he is a member of the Pebble Creek Ski Patrol, and is actively involved in church and other community activities.

Joel was born and raised in Aberdeen, Idaho and educated at the University of Utah (’98) with a degree in Communication with a Minor in Spanish. Upon graduating from the University of Idaho College of Law (’02), he returned home to Southeast Idaho. His respected career has enabled him to serve on the Idaho Trial Lawyers Association board of directors, Sixth District Magistrate Commission for Idaho State Bar and the American Falls School Board. He was recognized in the National Trial Lawyers Top 100 Civil Plaintiff Trial Lawyers in Idaho. In addition to being a husband and father of four, Joel speaks fluent Spanish and loves hunting, fly fishing, reading, attending sporting events and dabbles in Drone Photography.

Jennifer Call, is the owner of Snake River Criminal Defense, PLLC. She bring over a decade of courtroom experience to every case, with a background that includes work as a public defender, a prosecutor, and an attorney with Idaho Legal Aid. Ms. Call focus exclusively on criminal defense, civil rights, and professional representation services — giving clients the strong, strategic advocacy they need when the stakes are high.. Call licensed to practice law in Idaho, representing clients in both state and federal courts. Her practice is built on real trial experience, not just plea deals — she's handled hundreds of cases from misdemeanors to major felonies, fighting for results at every stage.. If you’re facing criminal charges, navigating civil rights violations, or need trusted representation as a professional, Ms. Call ready to stand with you. She was born and raised in Southeast Idaho and is here to represent her neighbors through tough situations.

In both the community and the courtroom Lane V. Erickson has advocated for his clients for over 17 years.  As a partner with the Racine Law Firm, Mr. Erickson leads the experienced Estate Planning Team in all areas of estate planning, probate and elder law.  His practice also includes business creation and planning, real estate transactions and foreclosure, commercial litigation and employment law.  Mr. Erickson has appeared in state and Federal courts as well as numerous arbitrations and mediations throughout Idaho and Utah.. Mr. Erickson lectures frequently with Sterling Education Services, Inc., and the National Business Institute, Inc., on legal areas including estate planning, landlord-tenant law and employment law issues.  Mr. Erickson also contributes time representing the Guardian Ad Litem in protecting children subject to abuse or neglect.  Locally and nationally, Mr. Erickson is the Chair of the Idaho State Bar, Bar Exam Drafting Committee, is a member of the Idaho State Bar Admissions Rules Committee and was selected to be a member of the national Special Committee on the Uniform Bar Examination through the National Conference of Bar Examiners.. Licensed in all state and Federal courts in Idaho and Utah, Mr. Erickson can be reached by phone at or by e-mail at

I love being a dad, husband, mentor and friend!  I believe there is great value in learning how to work and working hard.  I believe that integrity defines a person.  I strive each day to be better than the day before.

I graduated from the University of Idaho with a bachelor's degree in Environmental Science in December of 2010. I went on to continue my education at the University of Idaho College of Law, graduating early in December of 2013, earning a Juris Doctor.. Most recently, my wife and I relocated from Moscow, Idaho, located in North Idaho, back to Southeastern Idaho where we grew up.  Being a local product from American Falls, and having participated in events in most Southeast Idaho communities, I am aware of the different communities, their composition, and their needs.  During my time in Moscow, Idaho, not only did I attend law school, but I also gained valuable experience working as an extern for the lawfirm of McCormick & Rokyta as a Public Defender.  My law practice with Kumm & Reichert, PLLC will focus on criminal defense, Driving under the Influence (DUI), family law, including divorces, custody, child support, modifications, and adoptions, and personal injury cases.. I am a member of the Idaho State Bar Association, and more importantly, I am a member of Southeast Idaho.  I look forward to the contributions that I will make and the people I will help through my representation in handling their case.  I am dedicated and committed to providing exemplary representation of my clients, whether charged with a crime or involved in a custody dispute.. I am also a sports enthusiast and participated in baseball, football, and basketball, which took me to many of the different communities across Southeast Idaho.  During my undergraduate studies, I met my wife, and now we enjoy outdoor and recreational activities all across Idaho, including hunting, bowhunting, fishing, hiking, camping, and skiing.  We feel very fortunate to call Pocatello home and to be so close to all of the activities we participate in and the people involved in our lives.

I am new to the practice of law but I am new to very little else. I have worked at many different jobs in business and government. I come from a blue collar background. I am honest and easy to talk to. Let's talk about your problems. If I can help I will. If I cannot I will refer you to someone who can,

I am an experienced and skilled litigator, and I pride myself in my written and oral advocacy skills. I am licensed to practice in all Idaho and Washington courts and have successfully argued cases to the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals and Washington appellate courts as well as state, federal, and bankruptcy trial courts.. Prior to joining Racine Olson in 2016, I practiced in Seattle, Washington with a nationally recognized mortgage banking law firm representing banks, credit unions, mortgage servicers, and trustees in mortgage and real property disputes.. I was born and raised in Pocatello, and I am thrilled to have settled permanently in Pocatello with my family. In my spare time, I am a fitness enthusiast and enjoy teaching group cycling classes.

I am a native of Pocatello, Idaho. I am an Iraq War veteran who served with HHB 1/148th Field Artillery Battalion of the Idaho National Guard. After a tour in Iraq, I pursued my college education at Idaho State University and later transferred to Weber State where I graduated summa cum laude with a bachelor's degree in political science.. I attended law school at Hamline University School of Law in St. Paul, Minnesota and graduated cum laude in 2013.. While in law school, I worked as a certified student attorney for the Ramsey County Attorney's Office. Working in the child support enforcement division, I handled over 500 child support establishment, paternity, and divorce hearings. After graduating law school and returning to Pocatello, I clerked for the Honorable David C. Nye in the Sixth Judicial District.. My practice includes the areas of insurance defense, business law, contracts, personal injury litigation, estate planning, and property law. He is a trained Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) and provides free legal representation to CASA volunteers that advocate for abused and neglected children.

Derek holds a B.S. in Business Management from Brigham Young University-Idaho. He pursued graduate studies at the Huntsman School of Business at Utah State University, earning a Master’s in Human Resources (MHR) and a Master’s in Business Administration (MBA). Derek furthered his education at Penn State Dickinson School of Law. His professional experience spans multiple sectors, including roles at Ball Ventures, Utah State University Human Resources, the Salt Lake County District Attorney’s Office, and Goldman Sachs. Currently, Derek is an attorney at Beard St. Clair Gaffney PA, specializing in Estate Planning, Business Law, and Employment Law.