Atty. Erica White

Atty. Erica White

Erica White joins Elam & Burke as an accomplished litigator, focusing on civil defense litigation, insurance bad faith cases, and appellate work. Her commitment to justice is demonstrated through her dedication to securing favorable results for her clients in motion practice, as well as federal jury trials, particularly those involving alleged civil rights violations.

Boise Boise 20 yrs experience 20 year
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Profile Summary

About Erica White at a glance

Erica White is an Of Counsel based in Boise, Idaho, practicing at Elam & Burke Attorneys at Law. They have 20+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2006. Their practice focuses on business, litigation, insurance, adr, and appellate. Admitted to practice in Idaho (2006). Educated at University of Idaho (J.D., 2006) and Boise State University (B.A., 2000). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Idaho State and Federal CourtsNinth Circuit Court of Appeals. Serands clients in Boise, ID and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Erica White joins Elam & Burke as an accomplished litigator, focusing on civil defense litigation, insurance bad faith cases, and appellate work
  • Her commitment to justice is demonstrated through her dedication to securing favorable results for her clients in motion practice, as well as federal jury trials, particularly those involving alleged civil rights violations
  • Erica grew up in Buhl, Idaho, a small rural town that shaped her early perspective
  • She would leave Buhl to attend Boise State University, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science
  • Following an early career in logistics with an international shipping company, Erica’s legal aspirations took her to the University of Idaho College of Law
  • Erica spent the first part of her legal career at a private law firm, eventually becoming a partner
  • Her practice centered on insurance defense, regularly defending car accident and slip and fall cases
  • She would eventually leave that firm to join the Ada County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office, Civil Division where she continued to develop her practice in various areas of civil litigation including defense of alleged civil rights violations, attorney malpractice, medical malpractice, personal injury, whistleblower claims, and employment discrimination
  • Her experience, from her time in private practice to the nearly nine years in the Ada County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office, has been instrumental in shaping her approach to law
  • Her expertise in insurance defense and civil rights litigation has contributed significantly to her current practice areas
  • She prides herself on being goal-oriented, producing quality work product, and always meeting her deadlines, merits that have led to significant success in her litigation practice, particularly arguing and winning dispositive motions
  • Her accomplishments include arguing cases before the Idaho Supreme Court and the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals

Practice Areas Explained

Erica White's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Erica White handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

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Civil Litigation

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Insurance Law

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Mediation & Arbitration

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Appellate Practice

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Idaho

Practicing law in Idaho. Legal matters in Idaho are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Boise are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Idaho state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Idaho brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Idaho courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Erica White

Where is Erica White's law office located?
Erica White's law practice is located in Boise, Idaho. The firm is Elam & Burke Attorneys at Law. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Erica White handle?
Erica White focuses on business, litigation, insurance, adr, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Idaho.
How long has Erica White practiced law?
Erica White has 20+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2006.
Where did Erica White go to law school?
Erica White earned their education at (J.D., 2006); (B.A., 2000).
How can I contact Erica White for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Erica White received?
Erica White's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of Idaho
- 2006
B.A.
Boise State University
- 2000

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Idaho
Admitted: 2006

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