GILCHRIST LAW FIRM

Built on Principle, Grown on Results

In 1998, Jonathan B. Gilchrist founded this firm with a simple conviction: that every person — regardless of wealth or status — deserves world-class legal representation.

Starting with a two-attorney office in downtown Boise, the firm grew through relentless dedication to client outcomes. Word spread quickly. Families referred families. Businesses referred businesses. Today, Gilchrist Law Firm is Idaho's most recognized full-service practice, with 15+ attorneys across 12 areas of law.

Our downtown location at the corner of N 9th St. and W Jefferson St. — steps from Boise's vibrant 8th Street — reflects our roots. We are a Boise firm, through and through. Proudly Idaho. Fiercely independent. Unapologetically on your side.

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Downtown Boise

Corner of N 9th St. & W Jefferson St.

📍 Steps from the vibrant 8th Street shopping & dining district
🚗 Ample parking in downtown Boise garages nearby
🚌 Accessible via Valley Regional Transit routes
🏛️ Minutes from Ada County Courthouse and state courts

Our Journey

1998

The Founding

Jonathan B. Gilchrist opens a two-attorney practice in downtown Boise, focused on personal injury and civil litigation.

2003

Family Law Division Opens

Sarah Thompson joins as partner, launching a dedicated family law practice that would become one of Idaho's most respected.

2008

Criminal Defense Expansion

Former Ada County Prosecutor Michael Chen joins the team, establishing a powerful criminal defense division.

2012

Business Law & IP Practice

Emily Rodriguez brings corporate and intellectual property expertise, expanding services to Idaho's growing business community.

2016

Named Idaho's Top Law Firm

First recognized by the Idaho Business Review as the state's top full-service law firm — an honor held five consecutive years.

2020

Immigration Practice Launches

Lisa Park joins to launch a dedicated immigration practice, serving Idaho's growing immigrant communities in four languages.

2024

$50M+ Milestone

Gilchrist Law Firm surpasses $50 million in total client recoveries — a testament to our relentless advocacy and exceptional results.

"To provide every client — regardless of background or means — with the highest caliber of legal representation, pursued with integrity, excellence, and an unwavering commitment to justice."

— Jonathan B. Gilchrist, Founding Partner

Our Core Values

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Integrity

We tell clients the truth — even when it's difficult. Honesty and ethical conduct are non-negotiable in every case we handle.

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Tenacity

We fight. When opposition pushes, we push harder. We never take the easy path if the right path leads to a better result for our clients.

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Client-First

Every decision we make is filtered through one question: is this in our client's best interest? Nothing else comes before that.

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Excellence

We pursue mastery of the law continuously. Our attorneys invest in ongoing education, training, and specialization to remain Idaho's best.

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Community

We are proud Boiseans. We sponsor local charities, mentor law students, and provide pro bono services to those in greatest need.

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Transparency

No hidden fees. No surprises. We communicate clearly, bill fairly, and keep clients informed at every milestone in their case.

Awards & Honors

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Top Law Firm — Idaho
Idaho Business Review, 2024
Super Lawyers® Listed
Thomson Reuters, 2019–2024
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Best of Boise
Boise Weekly Reader's Poll, 2023
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AV® Preeminent Rating
Martindale-Hubbell™
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Top 100 Trial Lawyers
National Trial Lawyers Assoc.
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Best Law Firm — Boise
Idaho Statesman, 2022 & 2023
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10.0 Superb Rating
Avvo — Jonathan B. Gilchrist
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Excellence in Pro Bono
Idaho State Bar, 2021

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