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Douglas Garrett Bowen
About Douglas
Biography
Doug’s practice includes divorce, child custody and support, adoption, collections, personal injury, and general litigation.
Doug graduated from Brigham Young University with a Bachelor’s degree in Business Management from the Marriott School of Management. He then attended West Virginia University College of Law, where he was selected as an Associate Editor of the West Virginia Law Review. Doug completed his law school experience at BYU’s J. Reuben Clark Law School and served as an Executive Editor of the BYU Journal of Public Law during his time there.
After law school, Doug moved home to his native Idaho and worked as a judicial law clerk for Judge Stephen S. Dunn of the Idaho Sixth Judicial District. Doug became a Deputy Prosecuting Attorney for Bonneville County, and then joined an active litigation and business practice in eastern Idaho.
Doug has worked as an adjunct professor for BYU-Idaho teaching analytical thinking and moral judgment. He is an active member of the Idaho State Bar, Eagle Rock Chapter of the American Inns of Court, and the J. Reuben Clark Law Society.
He is a 5th generation Idahoan. He and his wife are the parents of four active children; they enjoy supporting their children’s sports, music, and dance activities. Doug also enjoys reading historical biographies, traveling, and fishing.
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Divorce and Separation
50%
17 years
Child Custody
30%
17 years
Child Support
10%
17 years
Litigation
10%
17 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
$ 185-185 per hour
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Idaho for 16 years
State: Idaho
Acquired: 2009
No misconduct found
Location
Nelson Hall Parry Tucker, PLLC
490 Memorial Drive, Idaho Falls, ID
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Douglas Garrett Bowen's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 9 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by anonymous | November 12, 2015 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Informative and reasonable
Doug is very knowledgeable, responsive, and has a great demeanor that helped me through a difficult situation. Although I hope my friends or family don't need a divorce attorney, I would definitely recommend Doug.
Posted by Eric | November 7, 2015 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Divorce
Doug did an excellent job from start to finish. He was easy to get a hold of and responded to phone calls and e-mails in in a very reasonable amount of time. I would absolutely use Doug again for my lawyer for future legal issues. He comes highly recommended.
Posted by anonymous | November 7, 2015 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Job Well Done!
Doug, was very professional handling my Divorce. I was recommended to contact Doug after I spoke with a valued friend of mine about how my situation was causing anxiety and depression levels were elevated not only for my divorce, but also due to a very amateur lawyer that carelessly handled my ...
Posted by Jon | November 5, 2015 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Doug Bowen
He did a great job handling my divorce, he gave me very good advice before he even took my case and then handled the whole case very well. He was always great about staying in contact and got me the results I wanted, at a very reasonable price too
Posted by Michelle | July 29, 2015
AWESOME
I was very pleased with Mr. Bowen and how he handled my case. He did not over bill and had the situation resolved in a very timely manner. I would definitely recommend him to anyone looking for an awesome attorney .
Douglas Garrett Bowen's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse Doug as a great lawyer and person. He is a very competent attorney and works hard for his clients. He is also a very good man whom I have know personally for years."
"I endorse this lawyer. He is conscientious and professional."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have been very impressed with the quality of Doug's work and his responsiveness to clients."
"I have worked with Doug for several months now on criminal cases involving juveniles as well as civil commitment proceedings for the county. I have found him to be honest, proficient, tactful, and highly reliable."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Great guy to work with. I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Doug is very knowledgeable in the law in this area and is very diligent in representing his clients. In my dealings with Doug, he has always been very amicable and easy to work with."
"Doug is very interested in helping his clients achieve the best results and takes the time to listen to the issues."
"Doug is very competent and hard working. I think you will be happy with his results. I endorse this lawyer."
"Doug is an excellent divorce and custody attorney."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Mr. Bowen is intelligent, professional, and personable. When I transferred away from private practice, I referred all of my divorce and custody clients to him. I trust and endorse him."
"Doug is approachable and works diligently to find the right solutions for his clients."
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Experience
Honors
2012
Service Appreciation Award, Bonneville County Prosecuting Attorney's Office
2007
CALI Award in Criminal Procedure, West Virgnia University College of Law
1998
Eagle Scout, Boy Scouts of America
Work Experience
2014 - Present
Attorney, Nelson Hall Parry Tucker, PLLC
2015 - 2015
Deputy Prosecuting Attorney, Bonneville County Prosecuting Attorney's Office
2012 - 2014
Attorney, Smith, Driscoll & Associates, PLLC
2011 - 2012
Deputy Prosecuting Attorney, Bonneville County Prosecuting Attorney's Office
2009 - 2011
Judicial Law Clerk, Bannock County - Sixth Judicial District of Idaho
Associations
2015 - Present
J. Reuben Clark Law Society (Idaho Upper Snake River Valley Chapter)Board Member
2014 - Present
Family Law Section of the Idaho State BarMember
2014 - Present
Eagle Rock Inns of CourtMember
2014 - Present
BYU Management SocietyMember
2014 - Present
Idaho Falls Civitan ClubMember
2010 - Present
J. Reuben Clark Law SocietyMember
2010 - 2011
Boy Scouts of AmericaVarsity Scout Coach
2008 - 2009
J. Reuben Clark School of Law - Journal of Public LawExecutive Editor
Education
2009
West Virginia University College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2006
Brigham Young University
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2014
Eagle Rock Inns of Court, October Meeting
Preparing Answer, Affirmative Defenses, and Counterclaims
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers