Robert L. Aldridge is an experienced Idaho elder law attorney with a distinguished career spanning over five decades, specializing in estate planning, probate, elder law, and First Amendment and 501(c)(3) religious institutions law. Admitted to the Idaho State Bar and the 9th Federal Circuit in 1970, the firm stands out for its deep commitment to reforming and improving laws that protect vulnerable populations, particularly the elderly.
The firm’s approach is deeply rooted in legislative advocacy and community service, with Robert L. Aldridge having volunteered extensively as a lobbyist to draft and promote bills enhancing elder protections, probate, and guardianship laws. With expertise recognized at both state and national levels—including testifying before the U.S. Senate Committee on Aging—the practice is tailored to serve seniors, families, grandparents, disabled individuals, and religious institutions, ensuring their legal and financial security through thoughtful, informed representation.
Services Offered
- Estate planning
- Probate
- Elder law
- First Amendment law
- 501(c)(3) religious institutions law
- Conservatorships
- Guardianships
- Guardian ad litem representation
- Power of attorney drafting and litigation
- Medical consent and directives
- Medicaid eligibility and estate recovery
- Small estate affidavits
- Elder abuse litigation
- Tax law assistance
- Property tax reduction applications
- Notarization assistance for incapacitated persons
- Transfer of conservatorships/guardianships across state lines
- Estate and trust disputes
- Legislative advocacy and legal reform consulting
Robert L. Aldridge serves clients throughout Idaho and is an active member of numerous professional organizations, including the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys and the Idaho Guardian and Fiduciaries Association. His extensive pro bono work and legislative contributions have earned multiple awards, such as the AARP Andrus Award and the Idaho State Bar Pro Bono Lifetime Achievement Award, reflecting a lifelong dedication to justice and elder rights.
