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2023 Denise O’Donnell Day Pro Bono Awards
The late Denise O’Donnell Day, and namesake of this award, was a titan of pro bono service to underrepresented Idahoans. Her legacy of service, dedication to her community, and overall standard of professionalism in practice are pillars for any member…
Read Full Article2023 Service Awards
The individuals selected for this year’s Service Awards include attorneys and non-attorneys alike who have committed their time and expertise to the service of the legal profession. Whether it is serving in leadership or in a more intimate setting, these…
Read Full Article2023 Professionalism Awards
This year’s Professionalism Award recipients have devoted their careers to the practice of law in a way that upholds the highest standards of civility and professionalism. Each of these individuals embodies a reputation of mutual respect and camaraderie with their…
Read Full ArticleOutstanding Young Lawyer: Ashley R. Marelius
By Lindsey M. Welfley For someone who swore she’d never be a family law practitioner, Ashley Marelius sure set herself apart as an extraordinary young Idaho lawyer practicing exclusively that. Ashley was born and raised in Olympia, Washington, and for…
Read Full ArticleDistinguished Lawyer: Marvin M. Smith
By Lindsey M. Welfley Marvin M. Smith (“Marv”) is another of Idaho’s premier trial lawyers, having practiced in Eastern Idaho for the majority of his career. Marv was born and raised in Lehi, Utah. After graduating high school, he attended…
Read Full ArticleDistinguished Lawyer: Larry C. Hunter
By Lindsey M. Welfley With a robust legal career and impeccable reputation for civility and professionalism, Larry C. Hunter is certainly a name well-known among the Idaho State Bar. Larry was born in Northern Utah while his dad was attending…
Read Full ArticleDistinguished Jurist: Hon. Roger S. Burdick
By Lindsey M. Welfley Justice Burdick was the first member of the bench I met when I started with the Bar a little over eight years ago. I had only been on the job for a month when I was…
Read Full ArticleIdaho Academy of Leadership for Lawyers Accepting Applications for the Class of 23-24 – Deadline 8/18
Applications are being accepted by the Idaho State Bar for the Idaho Academy of Leadership for Lawyers (IALL). Now in its 12th, IALL aims to promote diversity and inspire leadership qualities in the legal profession by presenting proven leadership skills. The…
Read Full ArticleIdaho Supreme Court Public Comment Regarding Disqualification Without Cause – Deadline 8/4
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