Atty. John R. Goodell

Atty. John R. Goodell

John R. Goodell is a lawyer practicing insurance, business law, real estate and 4 other areas of law.

Boise Boise 45 yrs experience 45 year
Call (986) 269-4952 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About John R. Goodell at a glance

John R. Goodell is a Partner based in Boise, Idaho, practicing at Racine Olson. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Their practice focuses on probate, estate planning, business, real estate, and construction. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1981), Idaho (1982), and Wyoming (1991). Educated at Southern Illinois University School of Law (J.D., 1981) and Georgetown University (B.A. Political, 1977). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Idaho State Bar Wyoming State Bar Illinois State and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in Boise, ID and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • John R. Goodell is a lawyer practicing insurance, business law, real estate and 4 other areas of law
  • John received a B.A. degree from Georgetown University in 1977, and has been licensed for 45 years
  • John practices at Racine Olson in Boise, ID

Practice Areas Explained

John R. Goodell's Areas of Practice

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

Probate

John R. Goodell is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Idaho →

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

John R. Goodell is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Idaho →

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

John R. Goodell is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Idaho →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

John R. Goodell is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Idaho →

Construction Law

John R. Goodell is one of 40,689 construction attorneys indexed nationally. Browse construction attorneys in Idaho →

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 John R. Goodell

Where is John R. Goodell's law office located?
John R. Goodell's law practice is located in Boise, Idaho. The firm is Racine Olson. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John R. Goodell handle?
John R. Goodell focuses on probate, estate planning, business, real estate, construction. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Idaho.
How long has John R. Goodell practiced law?
John R. Goodell has 45+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1981.
Where did John R. Goodell go to law school?
John R. Goodell earned their education at (J.D., 1981); (B.A. Political, 1977).
How can I contact John R. Goodell for a consultation?
You can contact John R. Goodell directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has John R. Goodell received?
John R. Goodell's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Southern Illinois University School of Law
- 1981
B.A. Political
Georgetown University
- 1977

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1981
Idaho
Admitted: 1982
Wyoming
Admitted: 1991

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