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Monica Cockerille
Attorney
About Monica
ID, OR, UT
Cydni Waldner
attorney
About Cydni
ID, OR
Kirsti Grabo
Operations Director
About Kirsti
Natalie Sanderson
Senior Paralegal
About Natalie
Brittney Snider
Intake Manager/Client coordinator
About Brittney
Nicole Andrews
legal assistant
About Nicole
Katherine Cockerille
Legal Intern/Law Student
About Katherine
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Monica Cockerille
Monica received her law degree from the University of Wyoming in 1996. She spent the first 9 years of her legal career as in-house counsel for Boise Cascade Corporation handling a variety of legal work including contracts, leases, mergers and acquisitions, labor and employment matters, and litigation, while also providing general legal advice and support to the company. In 2005, Monica established her own law firm and while she continued to handle contracts and other transactional work, she narrowed her practice to primarily providing litigation support to Boise Cascade Company and other companies. In 2015, in addition to her litigation support practice, she began practicing in the field of assisted reproduction, providing legal services to individuals and families with fertility law needs.
Monica’s extensive experience both in negotiating contracts and representing clients in state and Federal courts ensures that her clients have practical, reliable, and real-world legal advice. Clients benefit from Monica’s experience and knowledge that extends beyond the field of assisted reproduction.
Monica and her team pride themselves on being responsive and consistently work to make the legal part of any assisted reproduction process effortless. Her team will use their knowledge, experience, and compassion to help you with all of your fertility law needs, including drafting and reviewing gestational carrier agreements, completing court parentage paperwork, drafting and reviewing donor agreements, and other related legal advice and services. Monica is proud to be an Art Fellow of the Academy of Adoption & Assisted Reproduction Attorneys (www.aaarta.org), as well as a member of the American Bar Association and of the American Society of Reproductive Medicine. When she isn’t in the courtroom or helping clients build their families, you can find her hiking, camping or doing anything outdoors.
Monica is licensed in Idaho, Oregon, and Utah.
monica@cockerillelaw.com
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Cydni Waldner
Cydni Waldner graduated cum laude from Harvard University in 1993 and obtained her law degree from University of Montana in 1997. Her legal career began at Boise Cascade Corporation, where she first met Monica. Their paths diverged as Cydni began to focus on employer representation, particularly employee benefits, including insurance. One day, years later, Monica reached out to Cydni with a question on insurance for a gestational carrier, and the rest is history. Cydni found that she truly enjoyed helping people navigate the complicated legal aspects of the decision to have a child through surrogacy and has represented surrogacy clients through her own law practice for more than a decade. Cydni is pleased to bring her experience and dedication to the team at Idaho Fertility Law, and to continue helping people on their surrogacy journeys.
Cydni is married and lives in the small town of New Meadows, Idaho, with her husband, a few horses and chickens, and too many dogs to name. When she's not in the office, she spends her time reading, riding horses, camping, and keeping up with her three grown children.
Cydni is licensed in Idaho and Oregon.
cydniwaldner@cockerillelaw.com
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Kirsti Grabo
Kirsti joined IFL in 2026 and brings over 20 years of business management experience to the team. She holds an Associate Degree in Business Administration and a Bachelor Degree in Sociology from Boise State University, where she graduated Magna Cum Laude with highest Dean’s List honors. With her background in Sociology, Kirsti loves the diversity of our clientele and has a passion for being part of a team focused on helping people from all walks of life create families. Kirsti manages the day-to-day operations of the firm and assists our clients and team where needed.
In their spare time, Kirsti and her wife love to travel, hike, kayak, garden and spend time as much time as possible spoiling nieces and nephews.
kirstigrabo@cockerillelaw.com
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Natalie Sanderson
Natalie holds an Associate of Science in Paralegal Studies and an ABA-approved Paralegal Certificate from Fullerton College in Fullerton, California. She has been part of the IFL team since 2016 and brings almost 20 years of experience in the legal field.
Natalie’s efficiency and practical skills, along with her commonsense approach to problem solving, make her an invaluable part of the team. Natalie handles a large portion of our word processing, including drafting agreements and parentage pleadings, along with the administration of notary, e-signatures and related work. Her efficiency, hard work and can-do attitude allow us to meet both client and court timelines.
Outside of work, Natalie enjoys spending time with her two daughters, as well as reading and traveling.
nataliesanderson@cockerillelaw.com
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Brittney Snider
Brittney joined Monica in 2019 and earned her Bachelor of Business Administration in Management from Boise State University in 2020. She is committed to advancing her career in the legal field with the goal of becoming a paralegal.
Brittney manages the intake process for all clients including information gathering and management; agreement preparation; and agency and clinic coordination. She also assists our attorneys with drafting agreements and pleadings, filings and contract administration as she prepares to become a paralegal. Her attention to detail and diligence to each client’s journey ensure accuracy and completeness. Brittney’s positive attitude and appreciation for the importance of building families is evident in everything she does.
A proud Idaho native, Brittney appreciates the state’s close-knit community and natural beauty. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with her energetic kiddos, connecting with family and friends, exploring creative projects through her embroidery business, and staying active.
brittneysnider@cockerilllaw.com
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Nicole Andrews
Nicole joined the IFL team in 2025, bringing with her a strong foundation in education, business, and a growing passion for the legal field. She earned her Master of Education from Boise State University in 2017 and has since built valuable experience in office management, client relations, and legal administration.
As Legal Assistant, Nicole oversees the day-to-day operations of the office and guides clients through every step of their family-building journey. From the initial intake process to final case closeout, she ensures each individual and family receives a smooth, compassionate, and detail-oriented experience.
Nicole brings a warm and welcoming energy to the office each day. She manages document preparation, case management, and client communications, while providing essential support to attorneys and paralegals throughout the contract and parentage process. She takes pride in delivering thoughtful, timely assistance and is eager to expand her role as she deepens her expertise in the legal aspects of assisted reproduction.
Outside of work, Nicole enjoys spending time with her three children, cheering them on at sporting events, baking and cooking, hiking, traveling, and maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Her love for the outdoors and family life continues to inspire her both personally and professionally.
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Katherine Cockerille
Kate joined Idaho Fertility Law in August 2024 as a legal assistant and is currently pursuing her Juris Doctor at the University of Idaho. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Marine Biology from the University of Hawaii and a Masters in Teaching from Boise State University. Before transitioning to the legal field, she spent three years as a high school science teacher. With this foundation in science and education, Kate brings a unique perspective into the legal field.
At Idaho Fertility Law, Kate supports the firm through legal research, document review, case management, and special projects. She works closely with attorneys and staff to help ensure accuracy, organization, and efficiency across the firm's legal and administrative processes. As a law student, Kate enjoys developing her legal skills while contributing to the firm's mission of serving individuals and families through assisted reproduction.
Outside of work and school, Kate enjoys traveling internationally with her friends and spending time outdoors. She has a deep love for the ocean and enjoys swimming, snorkeling, and diving whenever she gets the chance.
katherinecockerille@cockerillelaw.com
