Atty. Michael Joseph Elia

Atty. Michael Joseph Elia

Michael Joseph Elia is a lawyer practicing insurance, personal injury, civil rights and 3 other areas of law. Michael received a B.A. degree from Gonzaga University in 1984, and has been licensed for 39 years.

Boise Boise 39 yrs experience 39 year
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Profile Summary

About Michael Joseph Elia at a glance

Michael Joseph Elia is a Partner based in Boise, Idaho, practicing at Moore Elia & Kraft, LLP. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on personal injury, business, litigation, civil rights, and insurance. Admitted to practice in U.S. District Court, Southern District of California (1987), California (1987), Washington (1992), and Idaho (1994). Educated at University of Washington (J.D., 1987) and Gonzaga University (B.A., 1984). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of State Bar of California Washington State Bar Association Idaho State Bar (Litigation Section Fee Dispute Committee) Defense Research Institute Federal Bar Association. Serands clients in Boise, ID and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Michael Joseph Elia is a lawyer practicing insurance, personal injury, civil rights and 3 other areas of law
  • Michael received a B.A. degree from Gonzaga University in 1984, and has been licensed for 39 years
  • Michael practices at Moore Elia & Kraft, LLP in Boise, ID

Practice Areas Explained

Michael Joseph Elia's Areas of Practice

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

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

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Business & Corporate Law

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

Michael Joseph Elia is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Idaho →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Michael Joseph Elia is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Idaho →

Civil Rights

Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.

Michael Joseph Elia is one of 70,245 civil rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse civil rights attorneys in Idaho →

Insurance Law

Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.

Michael Joseph Elia is one of 121,912 insurance attorneys indexed nationally. Browse insurance 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 Michael Joseph Elia

Where is Michael Joseph Elia's law office located?
Michael Joseph Elia's law practice is located in Boise, Idaho. The firm is Moore Elia & Kraft, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael Joseph Elia handle?
Michael Joseph Elia focuses on personal injury, business, litigation, civil rights, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Idaho.
How long has Michael Joseph Elia practiced law?
Michael Joseph Elia has 39+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1987.
Where did Michael Joseph Elia go to law school?
Michael Joseph Elia earned their education at (J.D., 1987); (B.A., 1984).
How can I contact Michael Joseph Elia for a consultation?
You can contact Michael Joseph Elia 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 Michael Joseph Elia received?
Michael Joseph Elia's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Washington
- 1987
B.A.
Gonzaga University
- 1984

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

U.S. District Court, Southern District of California
Admitted: 1987
California
Admitted: 1987
Washington
Admitted: 1992
Idaho
Admitted: 1994
U.S. District Court, District of Idaho
Admitted: 1994
U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
Admitted: 1997

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