Attorney at Law

Anne began her legal journey in 1994, earning a Bachelor’s Degree in Political Science, followed by a Master’s Degree in Public Administration in 1996. She completed her legal education with a Juris Doctor in 1998 and launched her career as a Deputy Prosecuting Attorney in Bannock County.

In 1999, Anne joined the Kootenai County Prosecutor’s Office, but in 2004, she discovered her true passion when she transitioned to the Kootenai County Public Defender’s Office. There, she served as a Deputy Public Defender, handling a wide range of cases including juvenile, misdemeanor, and felony matters.

In 2010, Anne was certified by the Idaho Supreme Court as Lead Counsel for Capital Defense death penalty cases and remained on the Capital Defense Roster—later managed by the Public Defense Commission—until it was dissolved under the State Public Defense Act in 2024.

Anne entered private practice in 2012, founding her own firm, which later merged with a group of attorneys in 2014. During this time, she remained deeply involved in public defense by accepting conflict and appointed cases across several counties.

In 2017, Anne achieved a long-standing professional goal when she was appointed Chief Public Defender for Kootenai County. She held this leadership position until the summer of 2024, when she reestablished her private practice. Today, Anne continues to represent clients in both appointed capital cases and private matters with the same passion and dedication that have defined her career.

Investigator

Jennifer began her legal career in 2001. She accepted a position with the Kootenai County Public Defender’s Office in 2006. Her dedication and talent  became evident, and in 2013, she was promoted to Senior Criminal Investigator—a role where she discovered her true passion for investigative work.

In 2019, Jennifer advanced to the position of Client Services Administrator, where she supervised the investigations team, social worker, and managed key administrative functions in support of public defense operations.

In 2024, Jennifer transitioned from the Public Defender’s Office to continue her work as a criminal defense investigator with Anne Taylor Law. She brings nearly two decades of experience and a deep commitment to justice to every case. Jennifer is also a proud member of the National Defender Investigator Association.

Paralegal

Doris began her legal career in 2015 as a secretary and paralegal in a local attorney's office. In 2017, she earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal Justice, further solidifying her commitment to the legal field. The following year, Doris joined the Kootenai County Public Defender’s Office as a legal assistant and investigations assistant. Her dedication and skill led to a promotion in 2020, when she became the Administrative Supervisor.

In 2024, Doris transitioned from the Public Defender’s Office to continue her legal journey as a paralegal at Anne Taylor Law, where she brings nearly a decade of experience and a strong passion for justice to the firm's clients.