Former Clients & COLLEAGUES share their perspectives
Challenging Probate Situation
Erin Tomlin is truly an exceptional attorney who guided our family through a very difficult family estate settling. Her knowledge of estate law is superb, and her local contacts guided us through various pitfalls which could have caused this settling to take much longer than anticipated. With her skill the estate was settled in a short period of time with family members only required to be in the area briefly which saved time and money for the family. I would highly recommend Erin for any of your legal needs. Additionally, as a retired U.S. Army Colonel, I have had several attorneys work for me over the years and Erin's level of legal expertise is on par with a Lieutenant Colonel or Colonel grade officer. Simply put, Erin is the go-to gal for all your legal needs. - Robert S. Korpanty, P.E., Colonel, USA (ret.) - 2025
Erin is incredible!
When a cousin died in Idaho with no immediate family, I contacted Erin for help. She went above and beyond – beginning with taking on the case to get things going before I could get there from Florida. She filed all the paperwork to appoint me the personal representative of an estate without a will. She was the first appointment when we got to Idaho and set us on the right track to get things settled. Erin referred us to a realtor to sell the house and someone to help sell the car, a company to buy the furniture, where to donate books and artwork and household items. She arranged all the necessary paperwork to get to an accountant for taxes. She handled it all – including helping to evict some squatters, who had decided to move in after my cousin’s death! She made a difficult situation quite manageable. Erin is an amazing attorney, and a compassionate human. I will always be grateful for her for making this journey less stressful for all of us.
Erin is the best. - Susan Gomez, 2025
Expertise in Policy Governance for Cooperative Business Model
Erin Tomlin has been invaluable to the Moscow Food Co-op Board of Directors in her role of Board meeting facilitator. Erin began facilitating our Board meetings in 2022 to help keep our meetings on track and to help create space for the Board President to better participate in the meeting content. Erin's legal background is a perfect fit for the Policy Governance Model that the Moscow Food Co-op uses to oversee operational performance and to set and achieve our mission-level goals. Her understanding of the proper and appropriate role of the Board, with regards to the Policy Governance Model, improves our effectiveness in our fiduciary, accountability, and empowering responsibilities, which then ultimately benefits our Co-op owners and our community. We are truly grateful for Erin's willingness to contribute her expertise and time helping us in our Board work.
- Mark Thorne, Moscow Food Co-Op Board President, 2025
Estate Planning - Don't Procrastinate!
I needed a "WILL" and didn't know where to look. A friend recommended Tomlin Law…what a huge relief!
Erin guided me through the process with ease…and very good experience!
She asked questions I never considered. Once completed, she provided a final package that included: my Last Will and Testament, an Advanced Care Directive/Living Will, a Healthcare Power of Attorney, and a General Durable Financial Power of Attorney, and a Tangible Personal Property Memorandum.
It really didn't take long once I made some decisions and now after 70 years I have a very thorough estate plan.
It's comforting knowing that this will help my family avoid the hassles, confusion and extra work so many people experience when closing an estate.
Don't procrastinate --- call Erin Tomlin today! - Mike, 2025
Child Custody with Safety Concerns
During what was one of the most emotionally taxing and challenging times of my life, Erin Tomlin proved to be an irreplaceable support in my child custody case. She was able to positively handle my struggle with navigating the court proceedings, negotiations and my difficulties regarding not having much control in this regard in a manner where her insight and recommendations ultimately proved to be the best course of action. Her attention to detail and insight on how to best navigate the petitions filed by the other parent while still putting my child’s safety and voiced preferences first. Her genuine care and patience with me not only helped ease my own anxiety throughout this process but also helped ensure that my child’s safety was the ultimate goal throughout this process. Erin’s insight and recommendations proved to be invaluable. I am beyond grateful to Erin for her service, ensuring that my child was always put first and I highly recommend her to anyone facing similar circumstances. - Rebekah G., 2025
Divorce Mediator with Significant Property Division Complexities
"After the initial shock from my partner to divorce me, we decided to mediate our divorce with Erin. As we met with her, she was compassionate with us both, and listened carefully so that matters stayed the course. My now ex-partner and I were able, through her guidance, to achieve an equitable and fair division of our shared property while maintaining civil discourse during this stressful life-changing time. This is a public 'Thank You' to her for how she helped stabilize my life! I highly recommend Erin, not only for the divorce process, but legal pieces that came to light that needed to be addressed such as nuanced property asset issues and how to update wills and trusts too." - K.B. 2024
Successful & Granted Guardianship and Conservatorship for Elderly Parent
"Family matters and legalities are always difficult, Erin Tomlin worked with us to make sure we were comfortable at all times and genuinely cared about the successful outcome of our problem". - Mike, 2024
Complex Child Custody with International Concerns
"I had the privilege of working with Erin during one of the most challenging times of my life. When other attorneys hesitated due to the complexities of my case, Erin fearlessly stepped in. Throughout the process, she prioritized and advocated for my children's well-being, demonstrating both expertise and compassion while navigating legal processes. Erin was consistently professional, responsive, and reliable. Her clear communication and strategic guidance were instrumental in our success. I am deeply grateful to Erin for her unwavering kindness, patience, commitment, and support. I can confidently say that without her, the outcome would not have been as favorable. If you're seeking an attorney who will fiercely protect your children's best interests in complex legal matters, I wholeheartedly recommend Erin Tomlin. She is an asset in the field of family law on the Palouse."
- Marcia, 2024
Caring and Professional Elder Law attorney!
"I recently had the opportunity to have Erin represent my brother and me with respect to our mother's guardianship and conservatorship. She was very caring about our situation yet acted in the most professional manner. Erin had not only our interest in mind, but my mother's best interest too! Very hard to find a lawyer that has her qualities. Definitely will be using her for my future estate planning. Thank you!!"
- Ron, 2024
Effortless Estate Planning for an Idaho Couple
"After putting off writing our will for far too long assuming it would be a time consuming and complicated process, we finally reached out to Erin for help. Erin was fantastic to work with and made everything easy. She was extremely patient and kind, helping us through every step, explaining in detail everything we needed to do and coordinating the entire process to the end, all for a reasonable fee. We thoroughly enjoyed working with Erin and are so thankful for the peace of mind we now have." - Kali and Kevin, 2024
Challenging Divorce and Custody Case
"Erin was professional, creative, and moved quickly for the sake of my case’s circumstances. She has great knowledge and communication. I was impressed with the ease in which Erin was able to provide me answers and desired results as I went through some challenging times." - Jennifer, 2024
My Go-to Attorney
"From the moment I contacted Erin she was an absolute pleasure to work with. I had reached out to many attorneys before I reached out to her and was starting to feel defeated on finding someone to take my unique case. Erin took her time to understand my full story and case. She listened to the unique conditions surrounding it and was able to come up with a very precise plan. I appreciated her succinct letter to the other party and her definitive plan of approach. She accomplished what I needed while avoiding having to go to litigation, which I was fully prepared to do. I would recommend Erin to anyone looking for a family law attorney. I will never use another attorney for any other matters. Erin is my go-to now." - Heidi, 2024
Erin as a Guardian ad Litem in WA
"I am an attorney and have been working in the legal field for over twenty years. I have never met or worked with a more committed and hardworking attorney. Erin was an expert witness in my longest family law trial of all time. She knows the law; she is great to work with and she is dedicated to keeping individuals safe." - Janell, 2023
Essential Human Resource Value for Small Business
"Erin provided an essential human resource value to our small business. Erin was able to build a concise company handbook that provides our employees with a safe and protected understanding of how we see the modern workplace. Her work has allowed our business to comfortably take steps in establishing a safe work environment for all employees and employers. Erin's professionalism and thoroughness helped convey our company beliefs and values, contributing to the growth of our company. Erin is a pleasure to work with and I highly recommend her to anyone who needs to navigate the legal lanes of human resources." - Matt Scott, Director of Finance & Operations for SynTier Engineering, Inc., 2022
Class Act!
"Erin is my third attorney in a dv/custody case. Finally, I found someone who "got it" and understood how to navigate the land mines of the court system in these situations. She is a class act, a professional, intelligent, and compassionate. She truly cares and sees the big picture. She has been a God send. I can't recommend her more!" - Lauren, 2020
Compassionate Adoption Attorney
"Erin was our attorney for an unexpected and speedy adoption. Every time we left a consultation, we felt she had listened attentively to our particular concerns. For example, she knew we wanted to be delicate with one party, and Erin gave us warning when certain papers were to be served. She called that party and explained the meaning and process. Later that party told us how compassionate our attorney had been. We felt confident in Erin’s planning at each step. At another critical juncture, on the day of the hearing, we encountered an unexpected hitch, and Erin defended our family with an amazing balance of ferocity and humility. We so appreciate her!" - Brett, 2019
Professional and Caring
"I sought counsel from Erin Tomlin in filing for divorce. I spoke on the phone with her initially and she scheduled a meeting for the very next day. I only waited a few minutes before she came and greeted me warmly and invited me to tell my story. I knew nothing about the paperwork or language in filing for divorce, so she guided me with open ended questions, letting me make decisions and helping me to understand the process. She showed compassion and respect not only towards me, but to my husband I was divorcing. That really impressed me. She kept me posted through the entire process and even after it was final and I had some questions, she willingly answered them and advised me. Erin truly helped me through a difficult time in my life, keeping the process simple, civil and positive." - Emily, 2019
