Stephen John Muhonen

Stephen John Muhonen

also known as Steve Muhonen

4.2
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 22 years

Personal injury Lawyer at Pocatello, ID
Practice Areas: Personal Injury, Car Accidents, Government ... +2 more

201 E. Center St., Pocatello, ID

About Stephen

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Car Accident 25%

Former State Trooper and former Advanced Crash Investigator.

6 years

25%
Government 25%

Prosecuting Attorney for two local municipalities. Special Deputy Attorney General

6 years

25%
Administrative Law 10%

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

6 years

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

Contingency

25%-40%


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Utah for 9 years

State: Utah

Acquired: 2016

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Idaho for 22 years

State: Idaho

Acquired: 2003

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Racine Olson, PLLP

201 E. Center St., Pocatello, ID, 83204

Racine Olson, PLLP

600 East Riverpark Lane #210, Boise, ID, 83706

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Stephen John Muhonen's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.2 /5.0

5 Client Reviews

5 star (4)
4 star (0)
3 star (0)
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1 star (1)

Posted by Seth | March 18, 2025 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

Little more professionalism

I had an unfortunate experience with this attorney. He was disrespectful and rude to me. When I told him about my situation, he was dismissive and he told me “it is in the eye of the beholder.” I expect a little more professionalism. I feel this experience did not meet those standards.

Posted by Germaine | October 8, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

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 reso...lution. 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.

Posted by anonymous | July 13, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

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. Steph...en 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!!!

Posted by LINDA | March 1, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

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.

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 m...atter. 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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Stephen John Muhonen's Lawyer Endorsements

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Nathan Palmer

Unknown lawyer | 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."

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Tawnya Haines

Government lawyer | 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."

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Lindsey Blake

Employment and labor lawyer | 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."

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Rilie Fry

Criminal defense lawyer | 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."

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Aaron Crary

Personal injury lawyer | Jan 11

Relationship: Worked together on matter

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

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John Bulger

Personal injury lawyer | 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."

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Shane Reichert

Car accident lawyer | 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."

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Reed Larsen

Government lawyer | Jun 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

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

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Richard Hearn

Personal injury lawyer | 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."

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Fred Lewis

Car accident lawyer | 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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Rachel Miller

Litigation lawyer

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Durward Bagley

Estate planning lawyer

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Nathan Palmer

Business lawyer

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Matthew Stucki

Estate planning lawyer

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Conrad Aiken

Banking lawyer

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Joshua Johnson

Personal injury lawyer

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Patrick George

Personal injury lawyer

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Randall Budge

Estate planning lawyer

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Aaron Crary

Criminal defense lawyer

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Thomas Budge

Environmental and natural resources lawyer

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Dennis Wilkinson

Criminal defense lawyer

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Shane Reichert

Criminal defense lawyer

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John Bulger

General practice lawyer

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Fred Lewis

Workers compensation lawyer

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Richard Hearn

Personal injury lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2016

Peer Review Preeminent AV Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

2008

Attorney of the Year, CASA

1999

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

1997

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

Work Experience

2006 - Present

Prosecuting Attorney, City of Chubbuck

2006 - Present

Prosecuting Attorney, City of American Falls

2003 - Present

Partner, Racine Olson Nye Budge & Bailey, Chartered

Associations

2016 - Present

6th District Bar Association

President

2003 - Present

Idaho Trial Lawyers Association

Member

Sample of 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.

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Education

2002

University of Idaho College of Law

Juris Doctorate

1999

Idaho State University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

1992

Idaho State University

Associate of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2016

ISU Law Enforcement

Garrity v. New Jersey

2016

FOP Lodge #35 mtg.

Brady v. Maryland

2015

Police Officer Standards and Training

Publc Employment Law

2015

Continuing Legal Education

Negotiating resolution to misdemeanor and infraction offenses

2013

6th District Bar Association-CLE

Criminal Law Update

Languages

English

Activity

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