About Michael Thor
Michael Thor Kessinger studied locally before moving into law. He earned an A.A. from North Idaho College in 1998 and a B.A. in political science from Wabash College in 2000. He then completed his J.D. at the University of Idaho in 2002. Those years set the foundation for a practice that spans two states.
After law school Kessinger took the steps required to practice in the Northwest. He is admitted to the bars of Idaho and Washington. Early in his career he became involved in professional organizations that connect trial lawyers and litigators across state lines. He has been a member of the Idaho Trial Lawyers Association since 2003 and holds other professional memberships that date to the mid-2000s.
Kessinger’s professional path includes courtroom work and client representation in state matters. Over the years he has handled cases that required litigation skills and written advocacy. Colleagues describe him as pragmatic at the courthouse and methodical when preparing matters for trial. He has maintained steady involvement in bar-related activities since the early 2000s, attending continuing legal education programs and participating in association events.
He joined Goicoechea Law, LLC as part of his practice trajectory. At the firm he serves clients whose matters arise under Idaho and Washington law. His daily work mixes case assessment, pleadings, negotiation, and courtroom appearances. He often balances courtroom preparation with advising clients on next steps once litigation has begun.
Outside of direct case work, Kessinger keeps a professional profile that reflects ongoing membership in legal circles. His association with the Idaho Trial Lawyers Association began in 2003. Additional memberships listed in his professional history trace back to 2003 and 2007, indicating an interest in staying connected to peers and resources across the region.
Kessinger’s career is rooted in the Northwest legal community, shaped by education at regional institutions and steady practice across two state bars. He maintains an active role at Goicoechea Law, LLC, representing clients in matters in Idaho and Washington.
