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Richard F. Goodson

Partner

Phone:
208.388.4812
Fax:
208.954.5220
Email:
rgoodson@hawleytroxell.com

Biography

Having practiced law for over 49 years, Rick Goodson has represented sellers, buyers, landlords, tenants, brokers, and developers in connection with the acquisition, disposition, leasing, and development of residential, commercial, multi-family, and agricultural real property. During his career, Rick has also represented lenders and borrowers in commercial in-state and multi-state secured and unsecured lending transactions, foreclosures, workout arrangements, and quiet title actions. He also has represented clients in the acquisition and sale of their businesses and in franchise development opportunities.

Probate work has been part of Mr. Goodson’s practice since the early 1980s, including multi-state probate issues. His practice has also included the representation of sellers, buyers, lessors, and lessees in connection with the transfer of alcoholic beverage licenses in the state of Idaho.

PROFESSIONAL/COMMUNITY ASSOCIATIONS

Boise Bar Association, President, 1984–1985

Basque Foundation, Inc. (dba Euzkaldunak), former member of the Board of Directors

Former member of the board of directors of various non-profit organizations

ACCOMPLISHMENTS

Lawyers of the Year–Real Estate Law, 2021

Best Lawyers in America–Real Estate Law, since 2011

EDUCATION

Law School:

Gonzaga University School of Law, J.D., 1974

Undergraduate:

Gonzaga University, B.B.A., 1971

BAR ADMISSIONS

Idaho

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