Valley County Criminal Lawyers

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...

I have over twelve years of law enforcement experience as a Detective, State Trooper, and Deputy combined with two-years working as a Law Clerk at the United States Attorney's Office for the Eastern District of Washington. My practice focuses on general criminal defense, use of force defense, public employment law and administrative law. If you are having trouble dealing with the government then put my experience to work for you. Call (208) 714-0502 today!

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...

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...

John H. George graduated magna cum laude from the University of Arizona in Tucson in 1990, receiving his degree in History with minors in both Philosophy and Humanities. John earned his Juris Doctor in from Arizona State University College of Law in Tempe in 1995.

After law school, John became a Case Manager for the Southwest Key Program in Arizona assisting in family reunification of juveniles going through the immigration process. In 1997, he joined the Kootenai County Public Defender’s Office in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, where he provided criminal defense services to those unable to afford legal representation. After leaving the...

DeLon began his legal career in Oregon representing clients with cases ranging from personal injury to criminal defense and contract disputes. He has extensive experience trying cases before judges and juries and is passionate about getting the best outcome possible for his clients. Having lived in Mexico for two years as a missionary for his church, DeLon is fluent in Spanish and provides legal services in Spanish. DeLon graduated from Utah State University with a bachelor’s degree in Law and Constitutional Studies, and from the Willamette University College of Law with his Juris Doctorate. DeLon is a licensed attorney in Idaho...

Mr. Powell is a strong legal professional with more than 22 years experience in northern Idaho. 1997 graduate of the University of Idaho College of law. Mr. Powell served as Deputy Prosecuting Attorney before forming his private practice in 2000. Licensed and admitted in State and Federal Courts of the States of Idaho and Montana.

Education Bachelor Degree, University of Washington, Scientific and Technical Communications Juris Doctorate Degree, University of San Diego Law School Experience Prior to becoming an attorney Ann worked as a technical writer for defense contractors and Fortune 500 corporations. She passed the Idaho Bar Exam and was admitted to practice in Idaho in 2007. She lives in Northern 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...

John D. Bowers is an experienced aggressive attorney who prides himself on fighting for each and every client and their family. He is a rated Super Lawyer and from his peers he has received the top rating of AV. His trial experience ranges from Federal to State Courtrooms giving his clients the benefit of experience and winning strategies. Because of his experience and reputation most cases are settled for his clients giving them the benefit of receiving what they are owed in a quick time period.
John is a licensed attorney in the states of Wyoming, Idaho, Utah and Arizona....

Graduated From University of Oregon 1979. Graduated University of Idaho College of Law 1985. Idaho Bar Number 3467. Washington Bar Number 34648. Areas of Practice: Criminal Law, including DUI's, Misdemeanors, Felonies, Worker's Compensation and Personal Injury. Affiliations: Idaho State Bar, Washington State Bar, Idaho Trial Lawyers Association,Idaho Criminal Defense Lawyers Association.

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...