Donald A. Sonnefeld

Donald A. Sonnefeld is an associate attorney with Echo Hawk & Olsen in Pocatello whose practice areas include Corporate & Business Law, Regulatory Compliance, Occupational Safety & Health, Risk Management, Employment Law, and Crisis Management. He works with businesses and business owners on legal and operational problems that can involve government regulation, workforce issues, safety obligations, and organizational risk. His prior business experience informs a practical approach to compliance and strategy.

Donald earned a B.A. in Political Science from Brigham Young University, an M.S. in Industrial Safety Management from the University of Central Missouri, and a Juris Doctorate from the University at Buffalo School of Law. He received academic recognition in safety studies and participated in moot court activities. His education combines law, public policy, and safety management, directly supporting work involving compliance, risk, employment, and regulated business operations.

Donald worked in safety and risk management before entering legal practice and is a Certified Safety Professional. He has helped companies address government regulations, employee safety and health, crisis response, and organizational risk. During law school, he worked with business startups through an entrepreneurship clinic and participated in New York’s Pro Bono Scholars program at a small business legal clinic. He also brings experience as a former small business owner.

Donald A. Sonnefeld is admitted in Idaho, New York, Utah, and the U.S. District Court for the District of Idaho. His combination of legal training, safety credentials, compliance experience, and business ownership gives him a multidisciplinary perspective on business problems. He helps clients identify regulatory obligations, manage workplace and operational risk, respond to crises, and develop practical strategies for maintaining compliant and effective organizations.

Law Office Affiliations

• Attorney, Echo Hawk & Olsen, PLLC
• Member, Idaho State Bar
• Member, Utah State Bar
• Volunteer leader, Boy Scouts of America
• Member, Federalist Society

Licensed State

• Idaho
• Utah

Education

• University at Buffalo School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• University of Central Missouri
  Master of Science (MS) in Industrial Safety Management
• Brigham Young University
  Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Political Science

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