Attorney SHELI FULCHER KOONTZ
Proudly serving clients throughout Idaho
I provide clients with concierge legal services; helping them access and navigate the courts; and securing long-term stability and success for themselves and their families.
- I do what I do to create hope for others and provide a solution to their problems.
- I do what I do to clean up people’s messes and set them on a course for success.
- I do what I do to help people get “back in the saddle” when adversity strikes.
- I do what I do to show people a different way to behave and/or think about the legal system.
Contact Information
T | 208.888.9980
F | 208.888.9970
E | sfk@fulcherkoontz.com
Education
Juris Doctor University of Idaho College of Law |
1998 — 2001 Moscow, Idaho |
Bachelor of Science: Health Sciences, Forensics Marquette University |
1996 — 1998 Milwaukee, Wisconsin |
Bachelor of Science: Molecular Biology Northwest Nazarene College (now known as Northwest Nazarene University) |
1987 — 1992 Nampa, Idaho |
Professional Admissions & Memberships
Idaho State Bar Association Member in good standing – no disciplinary actions |
2002 – Present |
United States District Court Member in good standing – no disciplinary actions |
2002 – Present |
Idaho Trial Lawyers Association Member |
2000 — Present Boise, Idaho |
Mission: The Idaho Trial Lawyers Association is a non-profit organization dedicated to the preservation of justice for all citizens. Increasing access to the court system through pro-bono service is the focal point of ITLA’s establishment of the ITLA Street Law Clinic, ITLA Family Law Clinic, and Pay It Forward programs. | |
• Board of Directors: President | 2015-2016 |
• Board of Directors: President Elect | 2014-2015 |
• Board of Directors: Treasurer | 2013-2014 |
• Board of Directors: Secretary | 2012-2013 |
• Sustaining member | 2013 – present |
• Active member | 2002 – present |
• Student member | 2000-2001 |
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Idaho Women Lawyers Member |
2015 — Present Boise, Idaho |
Mission: Idaho Women Lawyers is an organization committed to advancing diversity in Idaho through the promotion of equal rights and opportunities for all women in the legal profession. IWL’s membership is made up of diverse and varied individual opinions and backgrounds. As such, IWL does not take positions regarding any particular judicial or political candidate. IWL support all women attorneys in their professional endeavors, especially those who choose to serve Idaho as judges. | |
Idaho Inns of Court No. 130 Member |
2002 — 2004 Boise, Idaho |
Idaho Inns of Court No. 307 Member |
2000 — 2001 Moscow, Idaho |
Volunteer Memberships
Life’s Kitchen Member |
2016 — Present Boise, Idaho |
Mission: Life’s Kitchen is a non-profit organization committed to transforming the lives of young adults by building self-sufficiency and independent living through comprehensive food service and life skills training, supporting placement in the food service industry, and continuing education. Nourishing new beginnings, Life’s Kitchen provides individuals ages 16-20 with life skills and cooking competencies to gain employment in the food service industry. Life’s Kitchen offers a positive environment that affords a second chance at life. | |
• Board of Directors | 2016 — Present |
Junior League of Boise Member |
2005 — Present Boise, Idaho |
Mission: Founded in 1928, the Junior League of Boise is an organization of women committed to promoting voluntarism, developing the potential of women, and improving the community through the effective action and leadership of trained volunteers. Its purpose is exclusively educational and charitable. | |
• League Sustainer Council member | 2015 – Present |
• Sustaining League member | 2014 – Present |
• Member of League Management Team and Board of Directors | 2009 – 2012 |
• Instructor of Especially Me! self-esteem course for 9 to 12-year-old girls | 2005 – Present |
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Ore-Ida Council, Oregon Trail District Pack 100 Cub Scouts Cathedral of the Rockies (First United Methodist Church) |
2013 — Present Boise, Idaho |
Mission: The Boy Scouts of America provides a program for young people that builds character, trains them in the responsibilities of participating citizenship, and develops personal fitness by combining educational activities and lifelong values with fun. | |
• Den Leader – Arrow of Light (5th grade boys) | 2017 – 2018 |
• Den Leader – Webelos (4th grade boys) | 2016 – 2017 |
• Den Leader – Bear Cubs (3rd grade boys) | 2015 – 2016 |
• Den Leader – Wolf Cubs (2nd grade boys) | 2014 – 2015 |
• Den Leader — Tiger Cubs (1st grade boys) | 2013 – 2014 |
Therapy Dogs, Inc. Dog Owner/Handler |
2004 – 2014 Boise, Meridian & Star, Idaho |
Mission: Therapy Dogs, Inc. is a national organization with over 12,000 handler/dog teams. TDInc. provides registration, support, and insurance for members who are involved in volunteer animal-assisted activities. | |
• Volunteer owner/handler of registered therapy dogs | 2004 – 2014 |
• Authorized to visit hospitals, retirement homes, libraries, and any facility that accepts service animals to provide individuals with the comfort and therapeutic benefits of interacting with animals. | |
• Volunteer locations: St. Luke’s Regional Medical Center, St. Luke’s Meridian Medical Center, local public libraries, Meridian Care & Rehabilitation, Barnes & Noble Book Sellers. | |
• Ambassador for Breed – Boise Bully Breed & Rescue, Idaho Humane Society. | |
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