Nicolas Vieth, Trial Attorney
Nick Vieth was raised in North Idaho, graduated from the University of
Idaho and obtained his law degree from Gonzaga University. Mr. Vieth’s
legal background and experience has been exclusively in federal and state criminal defense. He is a former Assistant Federal Defender from both
the Eastern District of Washington and Idaho and has extensive criminal
defense experience in both jurisdictions.
Mr. Vieth is licensed to practice in both Idaho and Washington, the
Federal District Courts in Idaho and Washington, and the 9th Circuit Court
of Appeals. As such, his practice ranges from minor state traffic infractions, DUI, and drug offenses, to federal firearms, drug, tax and environmental charges.
Mr. Vieth believes that “[i]n order to secure and maintain a true system of justice and fairness, zealous advocacy in the defense of the accused is required.” Because of this, every one of our clients will receive the highest level of representation possible and we will ensure that your voice is heard. In short, your concern is ours and we will do everything possible to resolve it.
Cynthia Bertleson, Paralegal
Cynthia Bertleson was raised in Pocatello, Idaho. She graduated from
Idaho State University in May, 1977 and began her legal career working for
a solo-practitioner in April, 1978 in Pocatello. During the next 18 years, Ms Bertleson was fortunate to work with some of the best criminal defense lawyers in that area. Ms. Bertleson has extensive experience in both state and federal law, including working with attorneys that specialized in criminal defense, family law, probate law, corporate law and bankruptcy.
In 1996 her family moved to Northern Idaho where she was hired by the Federal Defenders of Eastern Washington and Idaho as Branch Administrator for their Capital Habeas Unit. As a Branch Administrator, Cynthia handled many of the day to day operations and gained extensive experience in both the Federal and State Courts of Idaho and Washington and the various Courts of Appeals. At Vieth Law, Cynthia has been able to employ her 30+ years of legal experience in a variety of capacities. Each aimed at helping Mr.Vieth and his clients through a variety of legal issues, and always with an eye on a fair and just resolution. In the end, Cynthia is here to help and will work hard to make sure that your voice is heard.