John Robert Kormanik

John Robert Kormanik

5.0
Rating: 9.8

Licensed for 27 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Boise, ID
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Federal Crime, DUI & DWI

206 W Jefferson St, Boise, ID

About John

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 55%

Misdemeanor and felony defense throughout Idaho.

18 years | 30 cases

55%
Federal Crime 35%

Complex federal criminal defense including conspiracy, white collar and drug crimes.

18 years | 19 cases

35%
DUI and DWI 10%

18 years | 10 cases

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 250-275 per hour

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 27 years

State: California

Acquired: 1998

Inactive

No misconduct found

Licensed in Idaho for 27 years

State: Idaho

Acquired: 1998

Inactive

No misconduct found

Location

Kormanik & Sneed LLP

206 W Jefferson St, Boise, ID, 83702

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John Robert Kormanik's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

8 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | March 3, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Very Happy

Having a need for legal perspective, we were referred to John Kormanik. His response was amazingly quick. After a phone call where we expressed our concern, he provided a legal opinion based on case law and did it in the time frame he promised. His approach is very personable and comforting. We woul...d not hesitate to turn to him in the future if there ever was (God forbid) another need.

Posted by Matthew | November 8, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

More Than Satisfied

Mr. Kormanick came highly recommended to me during a very difficult time in my life. Not only did he take on my case with relatively short notice, he cared for my family with grace and compassion. His pursuit of truth, attention to detail and straightforward approach was nothing less than uplifting. ...From day one, Mr. Kormanick went above and beyond what was required of him and provided me advice, counsel, and most importantly he listened. I can honestly say, this man saved my life and provided me with the foundation to rebuild. I couldn’t have asked for a better individual to handle my case.

Posted by David | February 25, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

John was my persistent advocate through some of the toughest times in my life.

I have had a long association with John. He represented me for many years as my appointed counsel. He and his firm were by my side throughout my entire ordeal and I am deeply grateful to John for the long hours and hard work that he put into my case. My case was a Federal criminal case and require...d a lot knowledge and research to navigate through the process – from knowing timelines, to dealing with and searching through voluminous discovery, to filing a multitude of motions and understanding the rules and procedures of Federal criminal law. John always made sure I was well-informed before we settled upon a proper course of action. He went above and beyond what was required - including subsisting on very little sleep during the many weeks of my trial. I consider John a great friend and count it a privilege to have had him as my representative.

Posted by IL | January 17, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

John Kormanik Defence Attorney

John was superior in his treatment of myself and my case, always available and ethical in all his interactions with myself and others. He saved me a lot of money with his expertise and I would highly recommend John as an attorney

Posted by anonymous | May 21, 2015 | Consulted Attorney

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

Honest Attorney

He didn't have time for a new client and was honest about it; and gave me good advice as well as wished me the best!! After reading his profile... I wished I could have met him!!

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John Robert Kormanik's Lawyer Endorsements

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Charles Peterson

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 26

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. John Kormanik is a great advocate and his clients are well served. I am a lawyer and a friend. John has been wise counsel to me personally and professionally. I happily refer cases to John and know that he will provide great advice to any client. He is a fierce advocate in court and a caring person."

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Courtney Peterson

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. John is an advocate you need on your side. He combines compassion, knowledge and drive to fight for his clients every step of the way. He is well respected in his field and someone I trust with family and friends."

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Brian Arnold

Divorce and separation lawyer | Oct 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. He can help you with your divorce case."

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Patrick Mahoney

Federal crime lawyer | Oct 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse John. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Howard Lewis

Federal crime lawyer | Jan 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Kormanik is one of the finest attorneys in his state. He is a strong and zealous advocate for his clients and a credit to the legal profession. I highly recommend his legal services."

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William Nichols

Litigation lawyer | Jan 15

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer."

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David Pittman

Unknown lawyer | Jan 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer.This lawyer posts very concise and well thought out answers on Avvo. He seems to have a very high level of legal knowledge and expertise."

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Experience

Rating:  9.8 (Superb)

Honors

2007

Champion of Civil Justice, Idaho Trial Lawyers Association

Work Experience

2006 - Present

Shareholder, Kormanik & Sneed LLP

2005 - 2006

Shareholder, White Peterson, P.A.

2003 - 2005

Associate, White Peterson, P.A.

2000 - 2003

Deputy Attorney General - Natural Resources Division, Idaho Office of Attorney General

1998 - 2000

Law Clerk to the Honorable Darrell Perry, Idaho Court of Appeals

Associations

2017 - Present

National College of DUI Defense

Member

2008 - Present

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

2007 - Present

Idaho Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

2003 - Present

Idaho Trial Lawyers Association

Member

2003 - Present

American Association for Justice

Sample of Legal Cases

State v. Borgeman - Elmore County Case No. CR-2011-2954

Dismissal

McNulty v. Sinclair Oil Corp - 272 P.3d 554

Decision of the IDOL Affirmed

Certain Underwriters at Lloyds v. Wollsen - 141 Idaho 740

District Court's decision affirmed

Vanvooren v. Astin - 141 Idaho 440

District Court's decision affirmed

State ex rel. Kempthorne v. Blane County - 139 Idaho 348

District Court's decision reversed

Floyd v. Bd. of Comm'rs - 137 Idaho 718

District Court's decision reversed

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Education

1998

California Western SOL

Juris Doctor - Magna Cum Laude

1994

Univ of Redlands

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2016

Idaho Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers - Sunny Climate Seminar

Closing Arguments - How to effectively argue on behalf of your client while being true to yourself

2015

The Rules of Evidence: A Practical Toolkit

Admission/Exclusion of Unique Evidence

2015

The Rules of Evidence: A Practical Toolkit

Handling Email, Social Media and Other ESI

2015

Annual Flagship CLE: The Rules They Are a-Changin'

U.S. District Court, District of Idaho Rules

2012

Pursuing Civil Liability for Criminal Acts Civil Law

2008

Knowing and Persuading the Idaho Juror Juror Questions of Witnesses

2007

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Employment Law

Languages

English

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