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When it comes to the relationship between Ryan and his clients, he understands that the legal system cannot be navigated alone, and that his clients rely upon him to get them through it.  Ryan’s practice ranges from representing corporate clients in contract negotiations and disputes to family matters such as divorce & custody as well as criminal defense. Ryan applies a real-world, practical approach when it comes to problem-solving and litigation. He also spends a significant amount of time consulting with many different types of businesses to assist them with forming practices that maximize their focus and minimize their liability.. PRACTICE. Ryan’s primary focus is helping his clients get back to what they do best, and avoiding distractions of disputes and litigation.  However, when litigation is a must, direct, to-the-point, professional representation is the standard for Ryan.   Ryan is licensed to practice in all state and federal courts in Idaho.  Ryan has received the highest rating from his peers as an “AV Preeminent” attorney.. EDUCATION. Ryan received his Bachelor of Science in Marketing from the University of Idaho and his Juris Doctorate from the University of North Dakota.  He also studied abroad at the Universitet i Oslo, in Oslo, Norway.. PROFESSIONAL STANDING & AFFILIATIONS. Ryan is a member of the Idaho State Bar.  In 2013, Ryan was appointed by the Governor to serve as Commissioner to the Star Fire Protection District and continues to serve as Chairman of the Board.  He has been an adjunct faculty member for the College of Western Idaho, teaching in both the business and Criminal Justice Departments.  In 2013, Ryan has received awards from the Idaho State Bar and the Red Cross for stopping a teenage client who attempted to jump from the Courthouse, prior to a scheduled hearing.

Tiffany Hales has been a practicing attorney since 1994.  She started with Hamilton, Michaelson and Hilty in Nampa Idaho and did general litigation work.. In 2002 Tiffany moved to Utah and was hired by the Utah Department of Workforce Services to be an Administrative Law Judge in the area of employment law, a position she remained in for one year until being hired to be legal counsel for the Department of Workforce Services.. In 2005 Governor Jon M. Huntsman appointed Tiffany to be the Chair of the Workforce Appeals Board, where she oversaw appeals from administrative proceedings relating to employment law. Tiffany has always had a love of aviation and during her time in Utah she worked as adjunct faculty for Utah Valley State University.  Tiffany wrote an on-line Aviation Law course and then taught the course both live and on-line.. In 2015 Tiffany returned to work in Idaho and began working for Brian Webb Legal.  As an attorney at Brian Webb Legal Tiffany specializes in family law, including divorce, custody modification, paternity actions, guardianships and probate work.  In addition Tiffany does criminal defense work, planning and zoning work and other general litigation.. In her free time Tiffany is a volunteer 4-H leader and enjoys spending time with her husband and children.

Stacy earned her Bachelor’s degree from Boise State University in 2013, graduating magna cum laude, and her Juris Doctor from University of Idaho College of Law in 2017, graduating in the top ten of her class. She joined Leavitt Ryan PLLC as an Associate Attorney in April 2018.

Sheli Fulcher Koontz earned her Juris Doctor at the University of Idaho in 2001, after obtaining degrees in molecular biology and forensic sciences from Northwest Nazarene College and Marquette University.  Her initial practice years involved plaintiff personal injury work in the Boise area.  For the last ten years, Sheli has owned and operated her own law firm, known as Fulcher Koontz Law PLLC.  She handles cases in a variety of areas, including personal injury, family law, workers compensation, family law mediation, and co-parenting coaching.  Sheli’s mission is to take the guesswork out of navigating the legal system maze, and provide concierge-style legal services that her clients need to enjoy long-term stability and success for themselves and their families.. Sheli has been a member of the Idaho Trial Lawyers Association (ITLA) since her law school days.  She served on the Board of Directors, Executive Committee, and as ITLA President for 2015-16.  She has been a long-time member of the Junior League of Boise, serving in many leadership roles while promoting volunteerism and programs benefitting women and children.  Sheli currently serves on the Board of Directors for Life’s Kitchen, which provides culinary and life skills training to young people facing barriers to success.  She is also a Cub Scout Leader for Pack 100 at Cathedral of the Rockies.  She also a member of the Unstoppable Influence movement, which inspires and empowers entrepreneurs to level up their sphere of influence in the world; and enjoys spending time and energy with her High Vibe Tribe.. Sheli lives in the foothills above Star, Idaho with her husband and their precocious eleven-year old son, who never seems to run out of things to say.  A dog and three guinea pigs round out the family, because everyone needs that many pets.  When she’s not working or volunteering, Sheli is either snow skiing, paddle boarding, or hiking into a back-country mountain lake with her family.

Sam Dotters-Katz practices primarily in the area of family law, with an emphasis on divorce litigation involving complex business and real property issues.. Sam received a B.A. in political science from the University of Oregon in 2009 and a second B.A. in History in 2011. During his summers, while an undergraduate at University of Oregon, Sam worked as a wildland firefighter. He was elected University of Oregon’s Student Body President in 2008 and again in 2013. Between undergrad and law school, Sam worked in the legislative office of State Representative Brent Barton.. Sam received his J.D. from the University of Oregon School of Law in 2014. During law school, Sam served as an intern for Oregon’s Senior United States Senator, Ron Wyden, in Washington D.C. He was elected Vice-President of the Student Bar Association in 2012. Sam also was a judicial extern for the Honorable Judge Debre Weintraub, in the Los Angeles Superior Court. Additionally, while in law school Sam founded a political action committee dedicated to increasing funding for higher education and restructuring the governance of Oregon’s higher education system. For these efforts, in 2013 Oregon’s Governor, John Kitzhaber appointed Sam as the first student ever to serve on the University of Oregon’s Board of Trustees.. Sam Dotters-Katz is admitted to practice in all courts in the State of Idaho, the United States District Court of Idaho, and the United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit.

Richard Piñol practices primarily in the areas of family law.. Richard is originally from Las Vegas, Nevada where he earned his Bachelor of Arts Degree in Criminal Justice with a minor in Sociology from the University of Nevada Las Vegas.. Richard received his Juris Doctorate from the University of Idaho Law School in 2016 with an emphasis in Litigation and Alternative Dispute Resolution.

Penelope grew up in Fort Calhoun, Nebraska and graduated from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. Penelope graduated from the University of California – Hastings College of the Law, in 2000 and served as a Pro Se Law Clerk for Eastern District of California, Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals for the United States Federal Court. Penelope has practiced law in Boise, Idaho since 2003.. Penelope is known for her advocacy, compassion and dedication to her clients’ interests and goals. She recognizes that legal issues involving family members is personal and can be emotionally charged and works to resolve the issues at hand outside of the courtroom when possible. In cases where resolution is not possible without the assistance of the court, Penelope advocates for her clients in contested family law, guardianship, conservatorship, probate and trust cases in Idaho.. Penelope is a member of the Idaho State Bar Trust, Taxation and Probate Section, the Family Law Section and the Ethics and Professionalism section. She is also a member of the Richard C. Fields Inns of Court and the Idaho Women Lawyers.. Outside of the office, Penelope can be found, hiking, river rafting, camping, reading and enjoying time with her family and friends.

Max represents the small businesses of Idaho. With hands-on experience in both law and business, Max understands the legal complexities and entrepreneurial ingenuity it takes to run a business.. After earning his undergraduate degree from the University of Colorado at Boulder, Max spent nearly a decade working as a landman in the exploration and production (E&P) sector of the Oil & Gas Industry. Max performed patent to present title research and leased mineral rights on land developed for petroleum and natural gas exploration in Colorado, Texas, California, North Dakota, Wyoming, and Utah. Max has spent many years traveling around the Western United States, largely in agricultural regions, where he obtained a unique appreciation for the land and the natural resources we hold so dear.. After his experience in the private sector, Max received his Juris Doctor (J.D.) from the University of Idaho College of Law. Max spent his first year of law school in Moscow before moving to Pocatello for the summer and clerking for the Honorable N. Randy Smith of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit. After moving to Boise to finish his legal education, in his final year of school Max clerked for the Honorable B. Lynn Winmill of the U.S. District Court for the District of Idaho.. Max loves recreating in the beautiful outdoors of Idaho. Whether it’s hiking and camping, playing at many of Boise’s amazing parks, or hunting in the great wilderness of Idaho, Max has made the Gem State his home.

M. Sean BreenSean Breen grew up in Idaho and is a graduate of both Idaho State University and the University of Idaho. Sean is retired from the United States Army having served our country for over 23 years. Sean is an experienced trial attorney who began his practice in 1994 after clerking at the U.S. Department of Justice, Minnesota Attorney General’s Office and the U.S. Department of Energy.Sean now primarily practices in domestic relations (or family law) but also handles general legal matters (e.g. contracts, non-compete agreements, business formation, landlord tenant, probate, employment, personal injury, workers comp, etc.). Sean has litigated hundreds of civil trials in southern Idaho involving a number of different legal matters.Sean and his wife, Lora (who is also a senior Army officer and an attorney) helped co-found Anser Charter School; Idaho’s first service-oriented and community-based K-8 public charter school. They spent several years helping the school plan and organize the purchase and remodel of the school’s current facilities. Sean also participates in numerous other service-oriented activities including the Idaho Academy of Leadership for Lawyers (IALL), Recreation Unlimited (Bogus Basin’s adaptive ski program), and Boise’s downtown YMCA. He also volunteers his time through coaching soccer, baseball, tennis and other youth sports programs. Sean spends many summer afternoons rafting Idaho’s wild and scenic rivers in the summer and skiing Idaho’s mountains in the winter.ATTORNEY'S CURRICULUM VITAE:M. Sean Breen, Sr., born in Austin, Texas in 1963. Grew up in Idaho from 1966 to the present.EDUCATION:Idaho State University (Bachelor of Arts with honors) 1986; University of Idaho College of Law (Juris Doctorate) 1994; William Mitchell College of Law (visiting student Spring 1994).MEMBERSHIPS:Idaho State Bar admitted in 1993 (Member of the Family Law, Litigation, and Professional Ethics Sections); American Inns of Court, Barrister (Eagle Rock Inn); Idaho Volunteer Lawyers Program, Idaho Trial Lawyers Association, Idaho Academy of Leadership for Lawyers (IALL), Professional Ski Instructors of America (PSIA).EXPERIENCE:Major (Retired) U.S. Army Judge Advocate General's Corps. Partner, Manweiler, Breen, Ball & Davis from 1999. Environmental law and regulatory compliance work at the Idaho Nuclear Laboratory (INL) 1993-1995. Private practice in Idaho Falls, Idaho from 1995 - 1999. Legal clerkships at the U.S. Department of Energy, Minnesota Attorney General's Office and U.S. Department of Justice.PRESENT PRACTICE:Representation largely focuses on domestic relations and family law matters (e.g. divorce, child custody, support, adoption, guardianship). Also conducts legal reviews and litigates the validity non-competition agreements, represents injured workers and other persons injured by the negligence of others.REPORTED CASES: Frieburger vs. JUB Engineers, Inc. 141 Idaho 415 (2005). This Idaho Supreme Court case establishes the legal precedent under which non-compete agreements are analyzed under Idaho law.

Joe (“JoJo”) Harrington has been a lifelong Boise, Idaho resident. Joe became a licensed attorney in September of 2019, and since then has gained meaningful experience advocating and fighting for his clients. Joe has a blue-collar, hard-working approach to litigation which has already helped him to have great success in achieving his clients’ goals and safeguarding their interests. Coming from an athletic background, Joe is extremely competitive and cares passionately about achieving his client’s goals. Joe’s style to litigation is to be respectful to all, but back down to no one. Joe places his client’s interests above everyone else’s, and is willing to argue their positions. Joe understands that litigation is an adversarial process that is very expensive for his clients, and therefore he is driven to get his clients the result they want and does not worry about making friends along the way.. Joe’s devotion, passion, and commitment to family law has given him an early amount of success upon which he strives to grow and establish himself as one of the top family law lawyers in the Treasure Valley, like the partners in his firm. Although Joe may not be able to tote years of family law experience, Joe is the one working early mornings, late nights, and on the weekends, to make sure his clients are looked after and good work is being done in their case. A testament to Joe’s character and performance can be seen by the fact that he became an attorney at only 25 years of age.. Joe has been an Associate with Marcus, Hardee, Piñol & Davies, LLP since 2019, and specializes in all aspects of family law. Clients can attest to the fact that he is an extremely hard worker who is aggressive through litigation when necessary, but always advocates for an amicable resolution when in the best interests of his client. Joe will work tirelessly for his clients and is an excellent communicator throughout the entire process. Joe is very fortunate to have great mentors in Dan Hardee, Greg Hardee, Rich Piñol and David Kracke.

Jared B. Martens provides high-quality legal solutions for people who need a criminal defense lawyer to represent them in matters ranging from a misdemeanor charge such as DUI to a felony charge of aggrevated battery.  At Martens Law Office, P.C., clients find a lawyer who cares deeply about their futures and who is determined to protect their interests.. Mr. Martens takes a problem-solving approach to the legal matters and provides candid, straightforward advice and counsel to clients.. For a consultation with attorney Jared Martens at Martens Law Office, call  or.

Idaho divorce attorney Colby L. Jones enjoys practicing family law because assisting families in crises gives his legal education meaning and provides him with the personal satisfaction of knowing he has left families in a better position than when they came to him.. “This is especially true of divorcing couples with children,” Mr. Jones. “Divorcing parents will still be co-parents for the rest of their lives, and a well-informed, ethical attorney can use their training to help their clients avoid unresolved conflict and litigation long into the future.”. Mr. Jones believes in a holistic approach to legal practicing. Solving legal problems is his priority, but that doesn’t always address a family’s immediate or future needs.. “I enjoy taking time with a client to understand them and their situation more fully to help create and assess short-term and long-term goals, interests, needs, and those of other family members involved,” he said. “Often, clients find that the current case is not their only legal issue, or that they may want to take a nuanced legal approach to a present conflict to meet other interests in the long run.”. Mr. Jones vows to stand by his client’s side throughout the entire divorce process. He also makes every effort to help them achieve their desired result while balancing financial, temporal, and emotional expenditure.. “Divorce, or any legal proceeding, can be draining, but conflict can also be an opportunity to envision and create a better future for yourself and your children,” he said. “As your attorney, I will deal with the legal process today so that you can focus on that better tomorrow.”

I have practice law for over 20 years in the Boise Valley.  I have extensive experience in Divorce, Family Law, Custody, Criminal Law, DUI, Bankruptcy, Probate and Estate Planning, Business Law, Personal Injury Law and Employment Law.. I got my bachelors degree from Stanford University and my J.D. from the University of Idaho College of Law.

I have been an Idaho attorney for over 20 years.  My practice focuses on family law (including divorce, child cusotdy modifications, child support modifications, adoptions, and guardianships), employment law disputes (on behalf of employees and employers), noncompete agreements, insurance coverage disputes, and general litigation.  I am also a trained mediator listed on the Idaho Supreme Court's Civil Case Mediator roster.  I believe in and strive for cooperative solutions whenever possible.. When I'm not working, I enjoy spending time with my wife Melissa and our dog Konie.  I also enjoy fly fishing, backpacking and off-road exploring.

I have been an attorney since April 2001. I have experience in criminal prosecution; criminal defense; guardianship; termination of parental rights; adoption; civil litigation; and all aspects of family/divorce law. When I was a prosecutor, I prosecuted juvenile crimes, misdemeanors and felonies. I have vast experience in helping victims cope in different situations both from prosecution and family law.. For the past 14 years I have been primarily practicing family law.  i Know firsthand how emotionally draining divorce/custody and even adoption can be.  I will help navigate you through the court process as swiftly as possible.

I have been an attorney since 1980, first in Michigan and now in Idaho.  I have a ton of experience in a variety areas of law.  In my early career I worked as in-house counsel for a number of companiess, concentrating on contracts and general business issues.  Now I work on helping clients work through the legal issues that face them, whether it is a divorce with children or drating a pre-nuptial agreement because both parties to the marriage have children and assets of their own.. I understand what my client wants to achieve and do my best to achieve those goals in a cost-effective manner.  Unfortunately, the other side is not always cooperative.

I am passionate about serving the individual needs of my clients. I ensure that there are open lines of communication and that I am available for my clients both on a day-to-day basis and whenever the unexpected arises.  I bring skilled, strong, and experienced advocacy to representation of my clients. My practice includes: Divorce, Child Custody and Support, Farm and Business Asset Division, Modifications, Adoptions and Guardianships, Civil Protection Orders, and Civil Litigation.. I currently serve as a Council Member to the Idaho State Bar Family Law Section. I actively participate in the Professionalism and Ethics Section of the Idaho State Bar and I volunteer for the Idaho Trial Lawyers street-law clinic. I am a member of both the Idaho and Wyoming state bar associations.

I am an attorney admitted to practice in all Federal and State Court's in Idaho since 1982, and I am also a member of the bar of the 9th Circuit Court of Appeals and the Federal Circuit Court of Appeals.  I have practiced in small firms, mid-sized firms and as a solo practitioner in my 38 years of legal practice, and since 1982 I have practiced at one time or another in almost every area of law.  I have successfully tried dozens of jury trials and hurndreds of court trials during my legal career. In 2016 I looked back over my last 20 years of practice and  realized that I had made career decisions based upon circumstance and what others wanted, rather than practicing in the legal areas I enjoyed.  I decided to return to my roots in the practice of law - family law, guardianships, probate, criminal defense and juvenile defense. In 2017, I opened Michael Doolittle PC in order to use of my life experience and my many years of experience to provide experienced, compassionate help to my clients in the most difficult times of their lives.

I am a partner with the law firm of Hardee, Pinol & Kracke, PLLC specializing in all family law matters.  My brother, Dan Hardee, brought me into the firm to partner and practice law in an area that we both have tremendous passion for.  I have two children of my own and I have spent 16 years coaching youth sports such as football, basketball and baseball.  I recognize that children are our most important resource and I feel there is no higher calling than advocating for the best interests of children in any situation.  My undergraduate degree is in Civil Engineering and my previous work experience included employment as a financial advisor at Merrill Lynch.  My passion in advocating for children, my education, and my past work experience; make me uniquely qualified to represent parties in divorce cases involving complex property settlements.

Experience:Jake Hardee is currently working as an Associate Attorney at Hardee, Pinol & Kracke, PLLC. Jake is excited to work at his family's firm where he gets to work alongside his Dad, Dan Hardee, and is Uncle, Greg Hardee. He is also excited at the opportunity to work with Rich, David, and Joe and the amazing team of paralegals at Hardee, Pinol & Kracke, PLLC.. Education:Jake Hardee has been a lifelong resident of Boise, Idaho. He graduated from Bishop Kelly in 2010 where he lettered in football and basketball. He then graduated from Boise State University with degrees in Criminal Justice and Political Science. While at Boise State, Jake walked-on to the football team where he eventually earned a full-ride scholarship. Jake’s accolades while playing for Boise State include: Competed in 45 games from 2012-2015; 2014 Fiesta Bowl Champion; 2015 Team Captain; 4x Academic All Mountain West Conference honoree; 3x Mountain West Scholar Athlete; 2016 NFF Hampshire Honor Society Member; CoSIDA Academic All-District Football Team; and a William V. Campbell Trophy semifinalist (2015) given by the National Football Foundation for outstanding football ability, academic excellence, strong leadership, and citizenship throughout the community. Jake graduated from the University of Idaho College of Law in 2021 with honors and finished in the top 6% of his class.

Douglas G. Leavitt served in the United States Navy as a Utilitiesman in the Seabees for five years. Following his service in the Navy, Mr. Leavitt began his undergraduate studies at Bluffton University and earned his bachelors degree in Organizational Management while working in a steel mill in Northwest Ohio.  Mr. Leavitt then received his Juris Doctor in 2012 from the University of Toledo College of Law.. During law school, Mr. Leavitt worked as a clerk for a large insurance company, interned with the Ada County Prosecutors Office in Boise, ID, and interned with the Toledo Municipal Court Public Defender’s Office. While earning his J.D., Mr. Leavitt was a two-time recipient of the Robert J.W. Meffley Memorial Scholarship award. In addition, Mr. Leavitt was honored with the Richard LaValley Scholarship and the Reinberger Fellowship Award.. Admitted to practice in the State of Idaho, Mr. Leavitt is currently a member of the Idaho Bar Association. He is also a member of the Family Law section of the Idaho Bar.. “I feel my clients appreciate the fact that they have an attorney who listens to their needs.  Unfortunately, some of our best legal minds forget that there is an extraordinarily human element to what we do. Attorneys are called ‘Counselors;’ I have not forgotten the reason for that moniker.  I believe in providing my clients with all possible solutions to their legal issues, then sitting down with them and evaluating what option best suits their needs and desires.  Honest and sound legal advice allows clients to make the best decision for themselves.  In the end, my goal is to give my clients peace of mind – something that is invaluable.”. When not in the office, Mr. Leavitt enjoys experiencing Idaho’s great outdoors, watching college football, Tigers baseball, and spending time with his family.

David Kracke is a Partner at the Law Offices of Hardee, Piñol & Kracke, PLLC, and practices primarily in the areas of family law and criminal defense.. David is originally from Lewiston, Idaho before matriculating at the University of Idaho receiving an undergraduate degree in Psychology with an emphasis in child development. It was during this time that David found his passion in helping children and families in any way that he could. After graduating from the University of Idaho, David worked at Lewiston, Idaho Juvenile Corrections Center as a Rehabilitation Technician assisting in the rehabilitation of youths that were involved in crimes of violence or substance abuse.. David received his Juris Doctorate from the University of Idaho Law School in 2016. While matriculating at the University of Idaho, David emphasized learning the litigation process and strategy and was the president of the mock trial team and a member of the Evidentiary Appellate Advocacy team. It was during this time that David was able to acquire a vast amount of skills needed to be an excellent litigator competing in competitions in Seattle, Washington and Brooklyn, New York.

Brian Donesley  delivers aggressive representation based upon 38 years of experience as an attorney in Idaho. Examine Brian Donesley’s qualifications carefully, and judge for yourself the range and scope of his abilities and outstanding experience:  personal injury, divorce and custody, criminal, DUI, employment law, business matters, administrative law, liquor law, governmental affairs and other legal questions. Experience includes: Public Defender; Chief Counsel Idaho Department of Law Enforcement, Idaho Liquor Chief; State Senator; FBI Legal Advisors Academy;  litigation; negotiation; mediation; unions; liquor law.

Boise divorce attorney Cary Goldstein appreciates the one-on-one interaction with clients family law affords him. That gives him the chance to make a positive impact in the client’s life, both during the process and in the future.. “Having the ability to craft agreements for a client that achieves their goals now and into the future is very rewarding,” Mr. Goldstein said. “A poor agreement leaves the door open for future litigation. My desire is to get my clients off the litigation roller coaster and focused on the future.”. Mr. Goldstein is optimistic and thinks well outside of the box, but he also is realistic and will provide his client with the best advice to reach their desired outcome.. “I am brutally honest with clients on what to expect and what changes they need to make to push the expectations higher,” he said.. Prior to joining Cordell & Cordell, Mr. Goldstein practiced real estate law, business law, and family law.

After practicing as a hospital accountant at Church Home and Hospital in Boise for three years, Vickie, moved to Vail, Colorado to enjoy skiing and working  as an accountant.   When she sold her CPA practice, she enrolled at University of Idaho College of Law.. She was hired out of law school by Witherspoon Kelley in Spokane where she spent the next three years working in the areas of ERISA, business law and collections.  Missing the sun, she and her family moved to Boise, Idaho in 2003.. After a few years in Boise, she joined Eberle Berlin in 2005.  In 2008, she became a Shareholder of the firm.  She continues to practice in Estate Planning, Probate, and Business Law.. She continues to keep her CPA active, and holds a license as Certified Elder Attorney and Certified Financial Planner.. She and her family enjoy outdoor activities including mountain biking, road bike riding, skiing and hiking.  You can often find her with 3 dogs hiking the trails.