Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Legal Representation in Idaho Since 1968
Since 1968, White Peterson has established itself as Idaho's premier full-service law firm, serving families, individuals, and businesses across the Treasure Valley. Our team of ten attorneys brings over 150 combined years of legal expertise, with all partners licensed in Idaho and several additionally licensed in Oregon and Washington. We specialize in estate planning, business law, real estate, governmental law, and litigation, combining compassionate guidance with strategic representation. Our attorneys, including AV Preeminent-rated leaders like William F. Nichols and Terrence R.White, provide tailored solutions for complex legal challenges. With a legacy of excellence spanning five decades, we remain committed to delivering practical, timely, and cost-effective legal services while maintaining the highest ethical standards. Our comprehensive approach addresses both immediate legal needs and long-term strategic planning, ensuring clients receive holistic representation. Through empathetic counsel and aggressive advocacy, we've built a reputation as Southern Idaho's largest law firm outside Boise, consistently achieving favorable outcomes for our clients.
Services
Estate Planning
Business Law
Real Estate
Litigation
Governmental Law
Criminal Defense
Asset Protection
Trust Administration
Details
- Year established: 1968
Highlights and features
- Over 50 years of combined legal experience serving Idaho since 1968
- Ten attorneys with expertise in diverse legal practice areas
- Compassionate guidance combined with strategic legal representation
- AV Preeminent-rated attorneys recognized for ethical standards
- Proven track record in complex estate planning and business law
Associations and certifications
- Martindale-Hubbell AV Preeminent
What people say
Superior quality of professional help
Knowledgeable and patient
Proactive and resourceful
Extremely communicative
Avoided costly mistakes
Services
Estate Planning
Our estate planning attorneys provide comprehensive services including wills, trusts, and probate administration. We help clients protect assets, plan for incapacity, and ensure smooth succession of family businesses and farms. With over 50 years of experience, we create customized solutions for estates of all sizes while maintaining the highest ethical standards.
Business Law
We offer full-service business law representation including entity formation, contracts, and succession planning. Our attorneys assist with mergers, acquisitions, employee benefits, and creditor rights, providing strategic guidance to help businesses navigate complex legal challenges while maintaining compliance with state and federal regulations.
Real Estate
Our real estate practice covers transactions, zoning disputes, and property owner association matters. We represent clients in purchase agreements, land use issues, and foreclosure proceedings, combining legal expertise with practical solutions for residential and commercial property concerns throughout Southern Idaho.
Litigation
With extensive courtroom experience, we represent clients in state and federal litigation matters. Our approach emphasizes alternative dispute resolution while maintaining aggressive advocacy when necessary. We handle complex commercial disputes, probate litigation, and administrative proceedings with a focus on achieving favorable outcomes through strategic representation.
Governmental Law
We provide specialized legal services to cities, school districts, and public entities, addressing elections law, public records, and condemnation actions. Our attorneys help government clients navigate regulatory requirements, labor issues, and land use matters while maintaining transparency and compliance with open government laws.
People
Marc J. Bybee
Shareholder
Experienced attorney specializing in litigation and governmental law with extensive courtroom experience in state and federal courts.
William F. Nichols
Shareholder
AV Preeminent-rated attorney focusing on estate planning and business law with decades of experience in Southern Idaho.
Philip A. Peterson
Shareholder
Recognized estate planning expert known for honest, competent representation in complex trust and probate matters.
William L. Punkoney
Shareholder
Specializes in special needs trusts and family estate planning, praised for patient, client-focused approach.
Terrence R. White
Of Counsel
Experienced legal professional providing strategic counsel in business and real estate law matters.
Questions
What practice areas does White Peterson specialize in?
We focus on estate planning, business law, real estate, litigation, and governmental law, serving individuals and businesses throughout Idaho.
How long has White Peterson been in operation?
Our firm has provided legal services in Idaho since 1968, with over 50 years of combined experience among our attorneys.
Do you offer estate planning consultations?
Yes, we provide comprehensive estate planning consultations to create customized wills, trusts, and succession plans.
Can you assist with business formation in Idaho?
Our business law team helps establish LLCs, corporations, and partnerships while advising on contracts and regulatory compliance.
Are your attorneys licensed in multiple states?
All attorneys are licensed in Idaho, with several additionally licensed to practice law in Oregon and Washington.
