About
A. Denise Penton is a seasoned Boise attorney with a distinguished career spanning more than 25 years. She has served as a prosecutor, public defender, and private practitioner, bringing a rare depth of experience to her clients’ cases. Known for her efficient, aggressive, and highly focused representation, she ensures that each client receives her full attention and commitment from start to finish.
Ms. Penton earned her Bachelor’s Degree from the University of Idaho before obtaining her Juris Doctor from the University of Idaho College of Law in 1996. This strong educational background, coupled with decades of hands-on legal practice, allows her to navigate complex cases with precision and authority. Her career path across multiple legal roles gives her a broad perspective that benefits every client she represents.
With a primary focus on immigration law, A. Denise Penton provides strategic, compassionate, and results-driven legal counsel. She understands the challenges and complexities her clients face in navigating the immigration system and is committed to guiding them through every stage of the process. By drawing on her years of courtroom and negotiation experience, she works tirelessly to secure the best possible outcomes.
Clients turn to Ms. Penton for her blend of legal acumen, dedication, and personalized service. She approaches every case with a problem-solving mindset, ensuring that each client’s needs are addressed with both urgency and care. Whether handling a straightforward matter or a highly complex legal challenge, she delivers representation that is both assertive and effective, making her a trusted advocate in Boise and beyond.
Law Office Affiliations
- Founder, Penton Law Offices, PLLC
- Member, Idaho State Bar
Licensed State
- Idaho
Education
- University of Idaho College of Law
Juris Doctor (J.D.) - University of Idaho
Bachelor’s Degree
Awards & Badges

- Adoption
- Child Abuse
- Child Custody
- Child Support
- Divorce And Separation
- Domestic Violence
- Marriage And Prenuptials
- Asylum
- Citizenship
- Contracts And Agreements
- Limited Liability Company (LLC)
- Partnership
- Guardianship
- Mediation
- Uncontested Divorce
- Visa and Permits