Melba Estate Planning Lawyers

After an extensive international career that took me to over a dozen countries—initially as a U.S. Foreign Service Officer and later as a program manager for an international non-profit—I made a significant career shift in my forties by pursuing a Juris Doctor at the University of Idaho College of Law. Between my global service and legal studies, I delved into winemaking and viticulture in Walla Walla, where I eventually established and operated my own winery. This varied professional journey has been incredibly beneficial in my legal practice, offering practical insights that enhance my ability to effectively serve clients. My legal education...

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...

Renee offers legal services in the following areas: Business Law, Family Law, Criminal Defense, Civil Litigation, Civil Rights, and Estate Planning. Free Initial Consultation.

Joseph S. Kozlowski is an attorney practicing in Meridian, Idaho. He was raised in Idaho and graduated from Meridian High School. His practice focuses on all aspects of estate planning, business and tax planning, including: establishment of wills and trusts; probate and estate administration; business and corporate formation, operations, and mergers and acquisitions; asset protection; wealth preservation; elder law and Medicaid planning; charitable giving and the establishment and operation of charitable entities. Former Chair of the Taxation, Probate and Trust Law Section of the Idaho State Bar Association.

Joshua C.P. Reams is an attorney with The Elder Law Group of Ahrens DeAngeli Law Group. Joshua’s practice is focused on estate planning and long term care for seniors. He received his B.A. degree, magna cum laude, from Northwest Nazarene University and his J.D. degree, summa cum laude, from Willamette University College of Law, where he graduated as Class Valedictorian. During law school, he was a member of the Willamette Law Review and the Moot Court Board receiving the Bruce Spaulding Award for Trial Advocacy and the International Academy of Trial Lawyers Award.

Joshua is an accredited attorney with the...

For more than 47 years, I have helped entrepreneurs and small, and family-owned businesses overcome legal obstacles, reduce their personal and business risks, and achieve lasting legacies. Setting up businesses for long-term success from the formation through ownership and management succession is something in which I take great pride. I believe establishing and maintaining long-term relationships is the key to serving clients. To that end, I work every day to deliver legal services efficiently in a supportive, empathetic environment. My colleagues and I create, implement and continually improve an array of systems and services to meet the needs of our clients...

I have 37 years experience with the same law firm assisting a wide range of individual, governmental, insurance companies, and other institutional clients in Idaho and Wyoming in general civil litigation and estate planning. My cases have included jury and court trials in all state and federal trial courts, and appellate courts including the Idaho Supreme Court, Wyoming Supreme Court, and the 9th Circuit Court of Appeals.

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.

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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...

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...

Fran Talboy Kershisnik has practiced probate and estate planning for over thirty years. A native of Idaho, Fran has spent her years in practice creating estate plans to help individuals structure the ideal plan for them. Fran believes there is no one size fits all in the law. In addition to writing wills and trusts, Fran spends her time providing probate services for clients. The death of a loved one is an emotional time and Fran not only focuses on the legal process of probate, she focuses on the client and their individual needs. Fran's compassion extends to the guardianship process....

Over 21 years of professional experience serving southeast Idaho, including seven years as an Idaho State Trooper and a Pocatello Police Officer and 14 years as an attorney. I have made it a career to help those who stand in need, be it individuals, businesses or political entities. I value professionalism, ethics, attention to detail and determination in performing zealous advocacy for my clients.
I was born in Idaho, where I have lived for almost my entire life, except for approximately seven years where I lived in the San Jose, California area. I am married and have...

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.

I graduated from Stanford University in 1989 and went on to attend the University of Idaho College of Law, where I graduated in 1992. With over thirty years of practice, I have successfully represented numerous clients in Southern Idaho across various legal matters including divorce, family law, probate, guardianships, conservatorships, misdemeanor criminal charges, and post-judgment relief. I firmly believe that every client deserves to be heard, and I understand that I serve as their voice within the legal system. I recognize that there is no "one size fits all" approach in law, and I treat each case as its own unique...

I was raised in the Kansas City area and have lived in various places since then. In 2009, I earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Geology from the University of Kansas, where I was also a Division I athlete on the university’s rowing team. I continued my education at the University of Oklahoma, obtaining a Master of Science in Geology in 2011. After my graduation, I worked for Noble Energy Inc. in Houston, Texas, for seven years. My role as a development geologist involved working on offshore oil fields in Israel, Equatorial Guinea, and the U.S. Gulf of Mexico. My...

I joined Generations Law Group with the goal of helping individuals and families preserve the wealth they have worked had to earn during their life. Since watching his my own family members lose their life savings on their long-term medical costs, I have known I wanted to help others avoid the same fate. I received my J.D from Concordia University School of Law in Boise, Idaho; and then received my LL.M. in Taxation from Boston University School of Law.

During law school, I worked as an extern for the Idaho Fourth Judicial District Court, and the United...

Natasha concentrates her practice in the areas of estate planning, probate and bankruptcy. She is experienced in administering decedent's estates, establishing guardianships and conservatorships, handling will contests and breach of fiduciary litigation. She also has experience advising clients on individual and multi-state sales tax issues. Natasha was admitted to the Tennessee State Bar in 2004. She began her legal career with a large law firm in Memphis practicing in the areas of probate, estate planning, bankruptcy and civil litigation. While in Memphis, Natasha was active in the Junior League of Memphis, served as President of two non-profit organizations, and was...

Prior to law school, David graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science from Brigham Young University. David attended Arizona State University's Sandra Day O'Connor College of Law where he graduated cum laude. After law school, David clerked for a year for the Honorable Daniel A. Barker of the Arizona Court of Appeals before heading to New York University to do a Law Masters degree in Tax. After practicing in estate planning with a boutique firm in Arizona, David joined Ahrens Deangeli Law Group, pllc in April, 2011

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...

My practice focuses on affordable and compassionate representation in the area of estate planning, wills & trusts, and probate. I care about the outcome of my client's cases, and I make it a top priority to learn about my client's goals. Call: (208)996-3398

An authority on estate planning, elder law, Medicaid and VA benefits law, Susan M. Graham an experienced estate planning and elder law attorney with over 35 years experience. Ms. Graham has a unique perspective in the area of elder law based on her personal experiences in dealing with profound challenges faced by loved ones left without a plan. Determined to spare others such emotional upheaval and financial ramifications, she has established personal relationships with thousands of clients in her elder law practice. Ms. Graham earned her Juris Doctor from the University of Idaho...

A personal injury and workers’ compensation attorney, Kent A. Higgins is part of the law firm of Merrill & Merrill. Representing clients in Eastern Idaho, he is admitted to practice in state courts in Utah and Idaho. He is also admitted to practice before the United States Supreme Court, the United States Tax Court, the United States Court of Federal Claims, several U.S. Courts of Appeals and the Ute Indian Tribal Court of the Uintah & Ouray Reservation.

Mr. Higgins has over 36 years of experience protecting the rights of the average worker and the injured. In 1979, he graduated from...

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...

A lifetime Idaho resident, Mark received his law degree from the University of Idaho College of Law. After completing his education, hebegan his legal career in private practice, where he gained valuable experience working on a variety of legal issues, including criminal defense, family law, and personal injury. In 2009, Mark founded Snake River Law, where he continues to practice today. The team at Snake River Law provides niche legal services in estate planning, small business formation and compliance, probate and trust administration, and adoptions. One of the things that sets Mark and his team apart from other law firms is their...

Nathan practices in the areas of business, litigation, taxation, trusts, probate, wills and estates. He earned an advanced law degree (LL.M.) in taxation from the University of Florida Levin College of Law. Nathan advises individuals and entities regarding tax issues, business matters, and helps charitable organizations gain tax-exempt status with the IRS.

Nathan also represents clients in the courtroom. He has successfully litigated several cases in both federal and state courts, including complex probate matters, business matters, and civil rights litigation. Nathan’s courtroom experiences provide valuable perspective as he helps clients plan for long-term objectives.

Nathan is a client-oriented problem solver. He...

Dan’s practice is devoted primarily to creditor’s rights and bankruptcy including loan workouts, bank litigation, Insolvency Law and Secured Transaction Litigation. Dan also represents Bankruptcy Trustees throughout Southeast Idaho. Dan has extensive experience in loan documentation, foreclosure and all aspects of Bankruptcy. Dan is admitted to practice before all State and Federal Courts of the States of Idaho and Utah and before the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals.

Rick focuses his practice on representing businesses in transactional and litigation matters, as well as individuals in estate planning, real estate, family law and litigation. He brings a passion for developing and implementing sophisticated, creative and effective solutions to help clients overcome challenging problems in a cost-effective manner. Rick is also a seasoned litigator, who regularly appears in state and federal courts on behalf of his clients.

Prior to moving to Idaho with his family and forming Roberts Law, Rick practiced complex commercial law and litigation in the Washington D.C. area for Reed Smith LLP, Gilbert Heintz & Randolph LLP, and...