Atty. Sean Patrick Walsh

Atty. Sean Patrick Walsh

Sean P. Walsh brings more than 19 years of criminal defense experience to Walsh & Lewis PLLC.

Coeur D'Alene Coeur D'Alene 21 yrs experience 21 year
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Profile Summary

About Sean Patrick Walsh at a glance

Sean Patrick Walsh is a Partner based in Coeur D'Alene, Idaho, practicing at Walsh & Lewis, PLLC. They have 21+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2005. Their practice focuses on dui/dwi, drug crimes, criminal defense, federal crimes, and violent crimes. Admitted to practice in Idaho (2005), United States District Court for the District of Idaho (2005), Idaho (2005), and United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit (2011). Educated at University of Idaho College of Law (J.D., 2005) and Boise State University (B.S. Political, 2002). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of Idaho Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. Serands clients in Coeur D'Alene, ID and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Sean P. Walsh brings more than 19 years of criminal defense experience to Walsh & Lewis PLLC. He has worked in both the government and the private sector
  • Further, he has been a managing partner for several years as well as being actively engaged with numerous professional organizations
  • Experience Sean P. Walsh began his career in Lewiston, Idaho, where he practiced both family law and criminal defense
  • In 2007, he moved with his family to Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, where his law practice focused on criminal defense
  • In 2010, he started his own private practice where he continued to provide criminal defense litigation services
  • Soon thereafter, in 2011, the Federal Courts appointed Sean P. Walsh to the Criminal Justice Act Panel of the U.S
  • District Court for the District of Idaho
  • In 2015, the Idaho Supreme Court placed Sean P. Walsh on the Idaho Capital Defense Counsel Roster
  • Sean P. Walsh currently accepts all types of criminal defense cases
  • Sean P. Walsh has served on the Board of Directors for the Idaho Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers and is currently a lifetime member of the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
  • The association has recognized him as 1 of the top 10 criminal defense attorneys under 40 in the State of Idaho
  • Committed to Our Community Throughout his career, Sean P. Walsh has also found ways to give back to his community
  • In 2014, he received the Denise O’Donnell Day Pro Bono Award from the Idaho State Bar
  • In 2016, he served on the Access to Justice Idaho 2016 Leadership Committee for the First Judicial District
  • From 2013 to 2016, He served as the attorney of record for the volunteer advocates of the North Idaho CASA program
  • In 2020, Governor Brad Little appointed Sean P. Walsh to serve on the Idaho State Public Defense Commission
  • Sean P. Walsh has served as President of the Idaho Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
  • Sean P. Walsh is a valuable member of our team and is committed to serving his clients
  • He currently practices both state and federal criminal defense in North Idaho
  • Memberships Member, Idaho Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers Member, National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Practice Areas Explained

Sean Patrick Walsh's Areas of Practice

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

DUI / DWI Defense

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Drug Crimes

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Criminal Defense

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Federal Crimes

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Violent Crimes

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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 Coeur D'Alene 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 Sean Patrick Walsh

Where is Sean Patrick Walsh's law office located?
Sean Patrick Walsh's law practice is located in Coeur D'Alene, Idaho. The firm is Walsh & Lewis, PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Sean Patrick Walsh handle?
Sean Patrick Walsh focuses on dui/dwi, drug crimes, criminal defense, federal crimes, violent crimes. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Idaho.
How long has Sean Patrick Walsh practiced law?
Sean Patrick Walsh has 21+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2005.
Where did Sean Patrick Walsh go to law school?
Sean Patrick Walsh earned their education at (J.D., 2005); (B.S. Political, 2002).
How can I contact Sean Patrick Walsh for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Sean Patrick Walsh received?
Sean Patrick Walsh's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
University of Idaho College of Law
- 2005
B.S. Political
Boise State University
- 2002

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Idaho
Admitted: 2005
United States District Court for the District of Idaho
Admitted: 2005
Idaho
Admitted: 2005
United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit
Admitted: 2011

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