Parsons Behle & Latimer (Parsons) congratulates attorney Kristyn B. Escalante, an associate in the firm's Boise office, who has been named one of Idaho Business Review’s (IBR) 2026 Women of the Year. She will be honored along with other award recipients at an awards program on Sept. 10 in Boise.
Escalante is a member of the firm’s healthcare, employment, and business and commercial litigation practices. She represents professionals, employers and businesses in a broad variety of legal matters such as audits, litigation, investigations, regulatory compliance and licensure discipline. She earned her J.D. degree from the University of Idaho College of Law and a bachelor's degree from Boise State University.
An active participant in Boise’s legal and business communities, Escalante serves on the board of directors of Idaho Women Lawyers and the board of advisors of the Boise Metro Chamber of Commerce. She was a member of the board of directors of Jannus, Inc. from 2023 to 2025.
As a senior associate at Parsons, Escalante is a valued mentor to both summer associates and more junior associates, counseling with them on client legal matters, communication with firm shareholders and general advice on maintaining a work-life balance.
“It’s a tremendous honor to be recognized as one of IBR’s 2026 Women of the Year, alongside many other esteemed recipients who make a meaningful impact in Idaho’s communities. I'm pleased to be recognized for my efforts and look forward to continuing to serve the Boise legal and business communities,” says Escalante.
IBR’s Women of the Year program, celebrated annually, recognizes women in Idaho who have made their mark in the business community and are paving the way for leaders of today and into the future. Headquartered in Boise, IBR is a multimedia news organization dedicated to business-to-business news, economics and industry analysis.
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