Johnathan Richard Baldauf

Johnathan Richard Baldauf

4.0
Rating: 7.8

Licensed for 9 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Boise, ID
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Family, Divorce & Separation ... +2 more

2399 S. Orchard St., Ste. 204, Boise, ID

About Johnathan

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 30%

When defending our clients accused of misdemeanors and minor felonies, we combine my experience in prosecution and Andrew's experience as a public defender, along with a good amount of theory, to help our clients come up with the best outcome.

9 years | 6 cases

30%
Divorce and Separation 25%

The ending of a marriage and the start of a new chapter of life presents a struggle for anyone to manage. We help our clients work through the divorce in a proactive and (if possible) cooperative manner so they can move on in a positive manner.

9 years | 11 cases

25%
Family 25%

Custody, termination of parental rights, and other non-divorce issues involving family life can be just as difficult to deal with as a divorce. We help our clients understand the likely outcomes of their case and fight for an equitable solution.

9 years | 20 cases

25%
DUI and DWI 15%

We offer a focused, thoughtful defense of those accused of DUIs, ensuring the prosecution is prepared to prove their case and preparing for trial when they are not.

9 years | 3 cases

15%
Business 5%

Our mall business and startup development practice centers around watching out for our clients' blind spots and helping them plan for the future, whether that is the next month or the next twenty years.

9 years | 7 cases

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Idaho for 8 years

State: Idaho

Acquired: 2017

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in California for 9 years

State: California

Acquired: 2016

Inactive

No misconduct found

Location

Baldauf Masser, LLP

2399 S. Orchard St., Ste. 204, Boise, ID, 83705

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Johnathan Richard Baldauf's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.0 /5.0

4 Client Reviews

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

Posted by Eddie | April 4, 2022 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Unprofessional, Careless and Untrustworthy!!!

On Friday, Mar 25, I contacted Johnathan Baldauf via email and specifically mentioned I received a speeding ticket in Twin Falls. I even sent him a copy of the ticket. After providing him with all the information he needed, on Wednesday Mar 30, he finally said "he has everything he needs" and now... 6 days later late in the afternoon, exactly the day the court/hearing was scheduled in the morning, he emailed me saying "he doesn't have the time to handle something like this in Twin Falls". Totally, ruined my chance to be able to defend my case. How cruel.

Posted by Katherine | December 5, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

A+ Divorce Counsel

Johnathan was excellent throughout the divorce process. He made an overwhelming and confusing experience feel manageable. He is proactive, communicative, and genuinely wanted the best possible outcome for me as his client.

Posted by Cory | November 19, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

The best attorney in the Treasure Valley.

I contacted Johnathan Baldauf to represent me in a resent custody case. John made me feel welcomed the first moment I stepped into his office. The biggest thing John wanted to insure was that I understood everything that was going on in my case, such as the legality, as well as courtroom procedu...res. John was able to take information I provided and explain to me, in detail, how this information was relevant or irrelevant in court. John was always a call and or email away. At any time that Jonathan did not answer my phone calls he was quick to respond via text stating that he would call me back as soon as possible and Jonathan did in fact call me back each and every time. John ensured that I always had options in every situation. He never came to me and stated this is your only option or this is what we can do. Jonathan always ensured that there were multiple ways of achieving our goals and just that some routes were longer and harder. Initially all the decision-making was left up to me and every decision I made Jonathan was in full support. I was never given short answers or answers that I wanted to hear. Johnathan answered by questions with truth even when he knew the answer was something I did not want to hear. John never left anything to chance. He was constantly checking and rechecking information that I had provided to him and if he had questions or felt that something more was needed he did not hesitate to contact me immediately. During stressful situations I would reach out to Jonathan for legal advice. The very first questions that he would often ask me in these situations was, "Is your child okay?". "Is your child safe?". Knowing that my child's safety was a top priority to my attorney help calm me down in stressful situations. I only wish that I had contacted Johnathan baldauf sooner to represent me in my custody case.

Johnathan Baldauf

Replied last November 20, 2019

Thanks, Cory!

Posted by anonymous | October 16, 2017 | Consulted Attorney

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

Consulted

I contacted Johnathan for legal advice. He was very helpful and knowledgeable, I would definitely trust him to represent me.

Johnathan Baldauf

Replied last November 4, 2017

Thank you for the positive feedback! We're always happy to help out.

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Johnathan Richard Baldauf's Lawyer Endorsements

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Kevin Rogers

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 10

Relationship: Co-worker

"I have watched Johnathan and he is careful and professional in all that he does. If I had a problem and needed a young, energetic, intelligent lawyer, I would pick Johnathan!"

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Regan Charlton

Unknown lawyer | Jul 31

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Andrew Masser

Business lawyer | Jul 06

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Johnathan is a conscientious attorney who vigorously advocates for his client's needs. I wholeheartedly endorse Johnathan for business law, family law and criminal law matters."

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Brian Ertz

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Andrew Masser

Criminal defense lawyer

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Regan Charlton

Divorce and separation lawyer

Experience

Rating:  7.8 (Very Good)

Honors

2015

James E. Hogan Award, UC Davis School of Law

Work Experience

2017 - Present

Partner, Baldauf Masser, LLP

2014 - 2014

Legal Intern, California Office of the Attorney General

2013 - 2013

Legal Extern, Solano Legal Access Center

2013 - 2013

Legal Intern, ACLU of Idaho

2013 - 2014

Legal Extern, Sacramento District Attorney's Office

Associations

2017 - Present

Idaho Trial Lawyers Association

Member

2017 - Present

Idaho State Bar, Family Law Section

Member

2017 - Present

Idaho Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

Education

2015

University of California at Davis School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2012

Boise State University

BA

Speaking Engagements

2018

Cryptocurrency 101: Understanding the Legal Basics

Cryptocurrency

Publications

2015

Journal of Juvenile law and policy Managing Sections Editor

Languages

English

Activity

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