employment law

James Goodnow is the CEO of Fennemore law firm. The firm has acquired McConnell Wagner Sykes + Stacey in Boise. The combination will go into effect on Sept. 1. (PHOTO: FENNEMORE)
Aug 11, 2026

Fennemore to combine with Boise law firm McConnell Wagner Sykes + Stacey

Fennemore will combine with Boise-based McConnell Wagner Sykes + Stacey, adding 13 legal professionals and expanding Idaho legal services.

Doug Plass switched his career from chef to attorney after earning his law degree in 2022. (PHOTO: COURTESY OF DOUG PLASS)
Jun 10, 2026

From chef to attorney: Doug Plass’s unconventional path to employment law

Doug Plass transitioned from chef and restaurant owner to employment attorney in Idaho, leveraging his business experience to help clients navigate legal challenges.

Coni Rathbone, second from left, speaks to the audience at Forum on the Future, Dec. 11 at Boise Centre. (PHOTO: STEVE LOMBARD, IBR)
Dec 18, 2025

What does 2026 hold for construction, workforce and more? Annual IBR talk digs in

Idaho business leaders discuss workforce development, global trade, tariffs and AI during the Forum on the Future, offering insights on growth and uncertainty.

More than 500 attendees and exhibitors took part in this year’s annual HRATV conference at the Boise Centre. (PHOTO: STEVE LOMBARD, IBR)
Apr 29, 2025

Human resources conference highlights need for ‘humanity’ within industry

Capitalizing on this “evolution” of HR workers as its theme, the Human Resources Association of Treasure Valley (HRATV) hosted more than 500 HR specialists and exhibitors during its annual conference at Boise Centre on April 10.

Kailee Rosentreter - Vice President of Human Resources and Operations - Ataraxis
Feb 28, 2025

Power List – Human Resources Heroes – Kailee Rosentreter

Kailee Rosentreter, VP at Ataraxis, drives outsourced HR solutions in Idaho, helping businesses navigate employment law and create productive workplaces.


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