Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Legal Services in Twin Falls, ID
Stephan, Kvanvig, Stone & Trainor has provided effective and expert legal counsel in the Magic Valley since 1914, establishing itself as the region's oldest law firm. Our team of experienced attorneys brings decades of combined expertise in diverse legal areas, including family law, business law, criminal defense, and estate planning. As a full-service firm, we prioritize personalized client service, combining thorough legal analysis with practical solutions tailored to individual needs.Our attorneys hold advanced certifications, including CPA credentials, and maintain active roles in professional organizations such as the Idaho State Bar and American Bar Association. Community involvement remains central to our practice, with team members serving on local boards and establishing free legal clinics to support access to justice. This long-standing commitment to excellence has fostered multi-generational client relationships spanning our century-long history.
Services
Family Law
Personal Injury
Business Law
Property Law
Criminal Defense
Estate Planning
Mediation Services
Real Estate Law
DUI Defense
Juvenile Proceedings
Details
- Year established: 1914
Highlights and features
- We offer over 100 years of legal experience serving the Magic Valley community
- Our attorneys hold dual CPA and legal credentials for complex financial cases
- We provide full-service representation across multiple legal practice areas
- Our team includes former Idaho State Bar Presidents and Pro Bono Award recipients
- We maintain active community leadership roles in local and state organizations
Services
Family Law
Our family law practice handles divorce proceedings, child custody arrangements, and adoption cases with compassionate legal guidance. Attorneys provide strategic counsel for property division, spousal support, and post-divorce modifications while prioritizing clients' familial relationships. This practice area requires balancing emotional sensitivity with aggressive advocacy to protect clients' rights during transitional life events.
Criminal Defense
We defend clients facing misdemeanor and felony charges including DUI offenses, drug crimes, and juvenile proceedings. Our approach combines thorough evidence review with courtroom experience to challenge prosecutions and negotiate favorable outcomes. This practice requires understanding both legal technicalities and the personal impact of criminal allegations on clients' lives.
Estate Planning
Our estate planning services create comprehensive strategies for asset protection and legacy preservation through wills, trusts, and advance directives. Attorneys help clients navigate probate processes while minimizing tax implications. This practice combines legal expertise with personalized financial understanding to ensure clients' wishes are honored across generations.
Business Law
We provide business formation guidance, contract drafting, and commercial litigation representation. Services include entity selection, partnership agreements, and debt collection matters. This practice requires understanding both transactional documentation and courtroom advocacy to protect business interests throughout organizational lifecycles.
Personal Injury
Our personal injury practice pursues compensation for clients injured in accidents, defective products, or unsafe properties. Attorneys handle insurance negotiations and litigation to recover damages for medical expenses and lost wages. This area demands understanding both tort law and the emotional impact of physical trauma on clients' lives.
People
Russ G. Kvanvig
Partner
Practicing law since 1975 with CPA certification, specializing in business law and estate planning. Active in community organizations including Twin Falls Chamber of Commerce and Aircraft Owners & Pilots Association.
Laird B. Stone
Partner
Admitted to Idaho Bar in 1979 with experience in criminal defense and family law. Former prosecutor and Idaho State Bar President, recognized for community service and legal advocacy in Magic Valley.
Jeremy C. Vaughn
Associate Attorney
Specializes in estate planning and business law since joining in 2014. Former deputy prosecutor with Supreme Court admission, focusing on multi-generational client relationships and community leadership programs.
Laura Sherman
Office Manager
Managing firm operations since 1995 with 25+ years experience. Coordinates billing and administrative functions while maintaining community involvement through local sports organizations.
Michele Jeske
Legal Assistant
Paralegal support since 2003 with expertise in case management. Assists attorneys with litigation preparation and client communication while mentoring junior staff members.
Questions
What areas of law does Stephan, Kvanvig, Stone & Trainor specialize in?
We provide comprehensive legal services including family law, business litigation, criminal defense, estate planning, and personal injury cases.
How can I schedule an initial consultation?
Contact us at 208-733-2721 to discuss your legal needs and arrange a consultation with our experienced attorneys.
Does the firm handle multi-generational legal matters?
Yes, we've maintained client relationships across generations since our founding in 1914.
Are payment plans available for legal services?
We discuss flexible billing options during initial consultations to accommodate client financial circumstances.
Can I get help with both litigation and alternative dispute resolution?
Our attorneys represent clients in courtroom litigation and offer mediation services for various legal matters.
