Shaila Buckley

Shaila Buckley is the Founder and Principal Attorney of her Boise-based estate planning practice. After beginning her career as an associate at a large corporate law firm in Palo Alto, she moved to Idaho to focus on meaningful work that directly benefits families. Her practice is built on a personal, client-centered approach.

Shaila earned her Juris Doctor from Stanford Law School, where she developed the skills and training that continue to shape her practice. She also holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from Willamette University. Her educational background reflects both academic excellence and a dedication to building a thoughtful, service-driven legal career.

With years of experience in estate planning, Shaila helps families prepare wills, trusts, and related documents that protect loved ones and provide long-term security. She believes that estate planning should not be intimidating or impersonal. Instead, she focuses on making the process approachable, understandable, and customized to each client’s specific needs.

Shaila’s philosophy emphasizes education and clarity. Shaila ensures that every client not only receives a tailored estate plan but also fully understands how it functions and how to maintain it as life circumstances evolve. This proactive guidance empowers families to keep their plans relevant and effective as life’s inevitable changes unfold.

Dedicated to improving her clients’ quality of life, Shaila is passionate about helping families take estate planning off the “to-do” list and turn it into a source of peace of mind. By prioritizing listening, communication, and accessibility, she delivers legal services that reflect both technical precision and genuine care for the people she serves.

Shaila Buckley has built her Boise practice on the belief that estate planning is one of the most important steps families can take. Her approach combines top-tier legal training, practical experience, and a deep commitment to her community, making her a trusted resource for individuals seeking lasting, comprehensive estate solutions.

Law Office Affiliations

• Founder & Principal Attorney, Shaila Buckley Law
• Member, Idaho State Bar
• Member, California State Bar

Licensed State

• Idaho
• California

Education

• Stanford Law School
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Willamette University
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)

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