Stephen Muhonen - Lawyer in Pocatello, ID

Stephen John Muhonen

Personal injury Attorney at Pocatello, ID

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Germaine Patchett

Stephen John Muhonen is a lawyer you can have full confidence in. I conferred with multiple lawyers before him about issues I needed help with and never had success - only disappointment and frustration. I met with Steve on a consultation and within minutes he had a plan that brought me to full resolution. I hired him and Steve has followed through on everything I needed and then some. He was kind, understanding, thorough and smart! Brilliant in my opinion. He answered every call and email I sent and promptly. I simply could not ask for a better lawyer and I recommend him without any doubt that you will be as glad you found him as I was.

Car accident

Setphen Muhoned was not only a great attorney he became a great friend. He did an excellent job on our case and was very good to keep us informed at all times. The outcome was better than I had expected and although it was stressful, Stephen was very good to be with us every step of the way. Stephen was very professional and handled the case with the utmost respect for us and I loved the fact that he was very honest about the whole process. That is a rare quality. I would recommend Stephen Muhonen to anyone looking for an honest, hardworking, knowledgeable attorney. Thanks Steve for all you did!!!

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Practice areas

Personal injury

30%
Car accident

25%

Former State Trooper and former Advanced Crash Investigator.

4 years
Government

25%

Prosecuting Attorney for two local municipalities. Special Deputy Attorney General

4 years
Administrative law

10%

Special Deputy Attorney General Approved counsel for Fraternal Order of Police. Approved counsel for Professional Law Enforcement Association.

4 years
Slip and fall accident

10%

I love being a dad, husband, mentor and friend! I believe there is great value in learning how to work and working hard. I believe that integrity defines a person. I strive each day to be better than the day before.

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Licensed for 19 years

State UT

Status Active

Acquired 2016

Updated 01/07/2023

State ID

Status Active

Acquired 2003

Updated 01/19/2023

We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.

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Racine Olson, PLLP

201 E. Center St.

Pocatello, ID, 83204

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Racine Olson, PLLP

600 East Riverpark Lane #210

Boise, ID, 83706

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Posted by Germaine | October 8, 2018

Germaine Patchett

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Posted by anonymous | July 13, 2016

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Posted by LINDA | March 1, 2016

How Steve Muhonen helped me in my car accident case.

Steve Muhonen helped me out of a stressful situation. He represented me in a car accident case. Steve always kept me informed of what was going on with my case and where I stood in the negotiation stage. Steve would call me and get my opinion on every step and help me make decisions to benefit my cause. Steve treats you like a good friend instead of just a client. He was able to get me the maximum amount possible in my particular case, unlike my insurance company who did not have my back and caved in when push came to shove. I was not at fault, the other driver ran a red light and totaled my car, but Steve fought for me and helped me recover some of the out of pocket cost to replace my car. He will never give up and settle until you, the client, are ready. He is never in a rush to judgment. I highly recommend Steve to anyone who needs a good attorney to fight for their cause. He will always be there for you!! He will be your Knight in Shining Armor.

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Posted by Kelly | April 28, 2015

If you are looking for a fair, good and aggressive attorney, I recommend Attorney Stephen Muhonen.

In 2010 I was involved in a car crash. A young man texting and driving, did not see my police car with lights and siren, broadsided me. Due to my injuries from the accident I lost my career. I remember meeting with Attorney Stephen Muhonen when he came with another attorney that I hired for another matter. After we talked Attorney Stephen Muhonen took my case and told me that he would examine the case and see if we can do something. Though my case was weak, due to my police agency not providing the right equipment and certification, Attorney Stephen Muhonen did a phenomenal job in working the case and I was awarded a settlement that allowed me to start again in a deferent profession. If it was not for the work Attorney Stephen Muhonen did for me, it would have been much more difficult to try to start again. Another thing that I really respected about Attorney Stephen Muhonen is that he always kept me informed and if I call and he was not available, he will get to me fast. If you are looking for a fair, good and aggressive attorney, I recommend Attorney Stephen Muhonen.

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Resume

AVVO RATING 10.0 (Superb)

Work Experience

Prosecuting Attorney
City of Chubbuck
2006 - Present

Prosecuting Attorney
City of American Falls
2006 - Present

Partner
Racine Olson Nye Budge & Bailey, Chartered
2003 - Present

Education

University of Idaho College of Law
Juris Doctorate
2002

Idaho State University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
1999

Idaho State University
Associate of Arts
1992

Legal Cases

Wanner v. IDOT, 150 Idaho 164, 244 P.3d 1250 (2011)
Supreme Court decision in favor of client Idaho Department of Transportation

American Pension Services, Inc. v. Cornerstone Home Builders, 147 Idaho 638, 213 P.3d 1038 (2009)
Trial court and Supreme Court decisions both in favor client American Pension Services, Inc.

Associations

6th District Bar Association
President
2016 - Present

Idaho Trial Lawyers Association
Member
2003 - Present

Languages Spoken

English

Awards

Peer Review Preeminent AV Rating
Martindale-Hubbell
2016

Attorney of the Year
CASA
2008

Idaho State Police Officer of the Year
Veterans of Foreign Wars
1999

District 5 Officer of the Year
Idaho Department of Law Enforcement
1997

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Speaking Engagements

FOP Lodge #35 mtg.
Brady v. Maryland
2016

ISU Law Enforcement
Garrity v. New Jersey
2016

Police Officer Standards and Training
Publc Employment Law
2015

Continuing Legal Education
Negotiating resolution to misdemeanor and infraction offenses
2015

6th District Bar Association-CLE
Criminal Law Update
2013

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Attorney endorsements

Received (10)

Given (15)

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Nathan Palmer

Unknown Attorney | Apr 14
Relationship: Co-worker

"Steve is a thorough and competent attorney. His experience as an Idaho State Police Officer provide him with unique perspective and abilities. Steve is fair and practical and helps his clients obtain the best results possible."

Tawnya Haines

Government Attorney | Mar 02
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I have worked with Steve as opposing counsel for a number of years. I have always found Steve to be thoughtful and fair. I have observed that he has a congenial relationship with many other attorney's. I always enjoy working with Steve, I know I can trust him."

Lindsey Blake

Employment and labor Attorney | Feb 22
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I have worked as opposing counsel with Mr. Muhonen for years. His professionalism, knowledge and ethics are above par. He has a friendly disposition while still being a zealous advocate for his clients. I do not hesitate to recommend Mr. Muhonen to anyone in search of an attorney. I endorse this lawyer."

Rilie Fry

Criminal defense Attorney | Feb 19
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I've worked with Mr. Muhonen on many different types of cases over the past several years. He is always professional and knowledgeable. He is one of the first attorney's I recommend when asked."

Aaron Crary

Personal injury Attorney | Jan 11
Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Steve is very intelligent and hard working. I definitely endorse him."

John Bulger

Personal injury Attorney | Sep 08
Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse Mr. Muhonen. He is personable, empathetic and thoughtful. With a wide range of career experience, Steve brings a unique perspective to each case to try and find the most direct and reasonable solution to client's problems."

Shane Reichert

Car accident Attorney | Jun 05
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Steve is an intelligent, diligent, and experienced attorney. Steve is professional and dedicated, his ethics are above reproach. It is without hesitation that I endorse Steve."

Reed Larsen

Government Attorney | Jun 02
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Steve is a great lawyer. He is fair, promote and does a great job representing his clients."

Richard Hearn

Personal injury Attorney | Apr 29
Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer. I have worked with Steve on personal injury matters and seen how committed he is to providing the best representation possible to his client. His experience as an former Idaho State Patrol Officer has been very helpful."

Fred Lewis

Car accident Attorney | Apr 28
Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse Steve. He is a former Idaho State Police officer. He has investigated hundreds motor vehicle accidents. He is a great car and trucking accident lawyer. He does a thorough job."

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