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Prior to starting his own criminal defense firm, Mr. DeKrey worked as a Federal Public Defender in Fargo, North Dakota, handling over 450 cases. His caseload primarily included alleged drug possession and distribution, illegal gun possession, noncitizen illegal reentry, child sexual abuse imagery, and supervised release violations. He also handled cases originating on the Turtle Mountain Indian Reservation and the Spirit Lake Dakota Reservation, including alleged murder, manslaughter, sexual assault, assault, arson, and others. Before becoming a public defender, Mr. DeKrey spent three years representing average people taking on large companies at an elite class action law firm in Minneapolis, Minnesota. He...

Lesley is committed and dedicated to helping her clients through what can be one of the more challenging times in their lives. Lesley focuses her legal practice almost exclusively in family law, and represents clients through all stages, aspects, and phases of family law proceedings, including divorce, custody, post-judgment modification or enforcement proceedings, parenting time disputes, prenuptial agreements, child support, guardianships, and name changes. Lesley is also a trained guardian ad litem, is a parenting investigator in North Dakota, and is a qualified neutral mediator in family law proceedings. Before joining Fremstad Law, Lesley represented the State...

David Bliss is a fourth-generation North Dakotan who was raised on his family farm and ranch near Bismarck. He has a bachelor's degree in journalism from the University of Kansas, a master's degree in community development from the University of Missouri and a juris doctorate degree from the University of North Dakota. Well-established as a trial lawyer, David Bliss dedicates his talents, skills and efforts in areas of the law where he can best serve clients. These areas include personal injury, medical malpractice and other cases that involve serious negligence. He is also experienced in business litigation and is well-equipped...

Adam Justinger recognizes that some of the most difficult times in an individual’s life is when they have been charged with a crime. As a criminal defense attorney for SW&L Attorneys, Adam vigorously defends his clients and strives to get his clients the best possible outcome in their case. Educational Background Adam attended the University of North Dakota and received a degree in Political Science with a minor in Public Administration. After graduation, Adam enrolled in law school at the University of North Dakota School of Law and earned his law degree in 2018. Bar Admissions Admitted to practice in North Dakota since...

Jennifer Albaugh is an associate attorney with Anderson, Bottrell, Sanden & Thompson, in Fargo, North Dakota. She currently practices family law focusing on divorces, custody disputes, adoptions, guardianships, conservatorships, and any other related matter. Prior to joining Anderson, Bottrell, Sanden & Thompson, she worked for another firm in Fargo practicing family law.

In 2009, Jennifer received a Bachelor of Science degree in Criminal Justice as well as a Bachelor of Arts degree in English from the University of North Dakota. Jennifer earned her Juris Doctor, cum laude, from the University of North Dakota School of Law in 2012. While in...

Kevin J. Chapman received his Law Degree from the University of North Dakota in 1993. Ever since that time, he has practiced law in his home town of Williston, North Dakota, and surrounding communities. Kevin spent his first 7 years as a lawyer with the Winkjer Law Firm, a well respected and established western North Dakota law firm, which provided excellent training and legal experience. In 2000 Kevin opened his own law firm at 417 First Ave. East, in Williston, North Dakota and remains there today. Kevin is Highly Rated in legal ability and ethics by his peers. ...

Kelsey (commonly known as "Lou") was born and raised on his family's farm and bison ranch near Pingree, North Dakota. After graduating from Pingree-Buchanan High School, he attended the University of North Dakota for both his undergraduate and law degrees. Following law school, Kelsey worked as an associate attorney with a private litigation firm in Bismarck, primarily defending personal injury and property damage cases. Additionally, he served as a Special Assistant Attorney General for the North Dakota Public Service Commission for various regulatory matters. In 2016, Kelsey moved back to the Jamestown area to start James Valley...

Amanda Engel grew up in South Dakota and returned there after a brief excursion into North Dakota for a few years. She graduated magna cum laude from the University of North Dakota with a B.A. in political science and then University of North Dakota School of Law with cum laude honors. In 2012 she was admitted to practice law in South Dakota.

Jeff Nehring was born and raised in Williston, North Dakota. Jeff received his Bachelor of Arts from the University of North Dakota in 1993. Afterwards, Jeff attended law school at the University of North Dakota where he graduated and received his Juris Doctorate degree (J.D.) in 1996. After graduation, Jeff took a position as an associate attorney with Bjella Neff Rathert Wahl & Eiken, P.C., a law firm in Williston. As an associate attorney, Jeff practiced in a variety of areas, which included oil & gas, civil litigation and criminal law. It was during this...

William M. Bailey practices in all areas of criminal defense at the trial court level including DWI, Drug Sale and Possession, Criminal Sexual Conduct, Vehicle Forfeiture, and Immigration. He has experience defending misdemeanor, gross misdemeanor, and felony cases throughout the state of Minnesota. Additionally, Mr. Bailey has experience handling appeals before the Minnesota Court of Appeals. He is licensed in Minnesota State Courts, the Federal District of North Dakota, and Immigration Courts nationwide.

Mr. Bailey attended the University of North Dakota where he obtained Bachelor of Science degrees in Psychology and Criminal Justice Studies and went on to earn his J.D.....

Ross N. Tentinger is a Twin Cities native who attended the University of North Dakota earning both his Bachelor of Science from the School of Business and Economics, and Juris Doctor from the School of Law, where he graduated cum laude. While in law school, Ross participated in moot court, clerked for multiple Judges in the Northeast Central Judicial District, and clerked for a private attorney Alice R. Senechal, which equipped him with a variety of experiences and knowledge of the practice of law. Ross is licensed to practice law in Minnesota and North Dakota and is a...

Wanda Gierman is a criminal litigation attorney in St. Cloud, Minnesota where she has practiced law for more than a decade. She serves Stearns County and the surrounding counties throughout the state of Minnesota. Ms. Gierman grew up in Rugby, North Dakota and attended University of North Dakota where she graduated with a degree majoring in criminal justice with a minor in psychology. As an undergraduate, she worked as a summer intern for the North Dakota Supreme Court. She went on to attend William Mitchell College of Law in St. Paul, Minnesota and graduated in 2004. While in law...

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I am committed to providing my clients with personal and effective representation. Our firm understands that positive results don't just happen. They take the proper knowledge, skill, attention to detail, and hard work.

I am originally from North Dakota where I attended the University of North Dakota and recieved my bachelors degree in Criminal Justice Studies and a minor in Political Science. After graduating in 2013, I attended law school at Marquette University. I was admitted to practice law in May of 2017. Also, I am admitted to practice in the Eastern and Western U.S. District Courts...

As the founder of the Denton Law Group, Attorney Kerry Denton provides legal counsel to businesses and consumers in bankruptcy and other debt relief cases. He has nearly a quarter-century of experience serving Californians, and he practices in both state and federal courts. Attorney Denton holds an undergraduate degree in Political Science in Journalism from the University of North Dakota and a Juris Doctor from the University of North Dakota School of Law. Learn more by contacting his firm today.

Attorney Matthew W. Hoffmann is an experienced personal injury attorney who is currently employed by Battle Born Injury Lawyers, a distinguished law firm helping personal injury victims throughout Nevada, including Las Vegas, Reno, Henderson, and the vicinity. Born and raised in rural North Dakota, Matthew went on to attend the University of North Dakota School of Law. A scholarship student, as well as the President of the Moot Court Board, Attorney Hoffmann, earned his Juris Doctorate With Distinction. After graduation, Matthew moved to Las Vegas to begin his legal career. His first position was with an insurance defense firm, one of the...

Christopher brings to the table legal experience in a number of areas, including nonprofit creation/governance, immigration, and general civil matters.

He received his Juris Doctor from the Washburn School of Law, and his Bachelor's in English from the University of North Dakota. Prior to law school, he taught high school English, and briefly served in state government.

Chris is a native of northeastern North Dakota, but proudly claims Kansas and its mild winters as his home. Whether or not he is in the office, Chris harbors the desire to write the great American novel.

Born in California, I have moved around a bit before settling in Nevada. In 1994, I graduated college in Missouri and soon after became a Probation and Parole Officer. While in this role, I would often need to attend court. I enjoyed watching the lawyers in the courtroom and admired them greatly. After a few years, I applied to law school and was admitted at the University of North Dakota. In 2003, I served a two year clerkship with the Hon. Michael Kraker in Minnesota. Soon after, I started my own family...

Rachel M. Sexton has spent her entire career as an attorney representing people who find themselves in difficult financial situations. Rachel’s passion is helping people get out from underneath crushing debt and harassing creditors. She has helped hundreds of clients find solutions through bankruptcy. Whether that is saving their homes from foreclosure, getting their cars back after repossession, lowering their car payments, eliminating credit card debt, or dealing with overwhelming IRS debt. Rachel chose to practice bankruptcy because she enjoys helping people in some of the most stressful times of their lives. Rachel’s goal is to help clients move toward...

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Colby Vokey is a retired Lieutenant Colonel in the U.S. Marine Corps, serving on active duty from 1988-2008. After graduating from Texas A&M University and being commissioned as a Marine Officer, he served as an artillery officer for several years, including a combat tour during Operation Desert Storm, where he earned the Combat Action RIbbon. Selected for the law education program, he attended the University of North Dakota School of Law, obtaining a Juris Doctor with Distinction. He spent the remainder of his Marine Corps career as a Marine lawyer as both a prosecutor and defense counsel....

Todd has been a Colorado licensed attorney since 2001. He especially enjoys the storytelling aspect of a trial practice. He relishes the opportunity to explain clients’ situations to judges and juries and to collaborate with, advise, and zealously represent clients in order to achieve the best possible result.

Todd is highly knowledgeable in guiding clients through the procedures of family law. This includes, for example, preparing clients for the experience of working with mental health, financial, parenting, and other experts.

After graduating from the University of North Dakota in 1998, Todd moved west for law school, where he obtained his law degree...

Julia is a passionate litigator practicing in commercial litigation and general liability insurance defense. She is also a skilled advisor to individuals and businesses in the cannabis industry, advising clients on cannabis related contracts, licensing, regulations, and compliance matters. Julia’s long-time passion for aiding the cannabis industry began by seeing how life changing cannabis was for her grandmother battling terminal cancer. Her dedication to helping people achieve their goals within the cannabis community is unrivaled. Julia understands the inherent risks with entering an industry that remains federally illegal and highly stigmatized, and hopes that through community outreach, education, and positive...

Matthew was born and raised in Butte where he attended and graduated from Butte High School. After high school, Matthew attended Montana State University where he graduated with a B.A. in Neuroscience and Cell Biology in 2008. After finishing his undergraduate degree Matthew attended law school at the University of North Dakota, where he received his Juris Doctor, Cum Laude. While attending law school Matthew received multiple awards including the Burtness Scholar award in property law, being inducted into the Phi Delta Phi legal honors society and was also inducted into the National Order of Barristers for having exhibited excellence...

Attorney Brent Olson is the most recent addition to Lacourse, Poole & Envall, P.A. and has been practicing law in Duluth and the surrounding communities since 2009. Throughout his career he has appeared in every Courthouse in the Sixth Judicial District. He is also licensed to practice law in Wisconsin.

He is a graduate of the University of Minnesota Duluth and received his law degree from the University of North Dakota with distinction. Mr. Olson has previously worked as an Assistant Public Defender for the Sixth Judicial District in Duluth, and as a staff attorney for the Indian Legal Assistance...

Roy is a Texan, graduating from Texas City High School. After getting life's hard lessons for 10 years he finally entered college, where despite his late start he earned accolades and academic scholarships. He graduated in the top 10% of his class in just 3 years while also working. After he graduated with a Bachelor of Accountancy from University of North Dakota, he passed the CPA exam and entered law school. Roy and his wife Laurie (they met when they were only 15 and married at 18), along with their 4 children, moved back to Texas so Roy could...

I have been practicing for over 10 years and over 5000 court cases, ranging from DUIs and Domestic Violence charges–to the most serious and complex felony cases. I have had many jury trials and have represented those charged with capital offenses. I attended law school at the University of North Dakota. While there I focused on trial advocacy and litigation and worked some excellent attorneys at Zimney, Foster, P.C. I worked in the areas of Insurance Defense, Commercial Law, and Federal Criminal Law. After moving to Florida with my family, I started working as a prosecutor for child...

Graduated from Concordia College Moorhead, MN in 2001 majoring in business administration. Attended the University of North Dakota School of Law with the Juris Doctor in 2004. Erin has been in private practice since 2004.

Growing up in a farming family in Williston, North Dakota, Kaitlin understands the unique legal challenges that come with the changing dynamic of the oil industry in the upper Midwest. She has handled a wide range of legal issues in her career, but she currently focuses on oil and gas (especially curative issues for mineral owners), real estate, estate planning, probate, and business law. Kaitlin also does appellate work and has ably represented clients before the North Dakota Supreme Court. Kaitlin currently serves as the civil Municipal Attorney for Fairview, Montana, and she has previously served as an Assistant City...

Since the age of 10, Richard Edinger has lived in Fargo, North Dakota.

In 1991, he graduated from North Dakota State University with a Bachelor of Science degree in political science. In January 1996, he graduated cum laude with a Juris Doctor degree from Western Michigan University Cooley Law School.
For the last twenty-one years, Mr. Edinger has focused on criminal defense and DUI defense. From July 2001 to January 2006, he was a public defender for Cass County, North Dakota. He has zealously defended thousands of criminal cases and hundreds of DUI cases. He has a wide...

BIOGRAPHICAL NOTES Born November 1, 1962 in Jamestown, ND Fifth-generation North Dakotan, fourteenth-generation American Honorable Discharge, Company B, 141st Battalion, North Dakota National Guard June 10th, 1981 First Degree Brown Belt in Shotokan Karate, July 9th, 1983 Admitted to the North Dakota Bar on October 4th, 1988 Admitted to the US District Court Bar for District of ND on April 27th, 1989 Admitted to the 8th Circuit Court of Appeals on November 29th, 2017 Executive Board Member, North Dakota Family Support Council, 1989-1993 Married to Susan Tschider, September 23rd, 1995; divorced October 3rd, 2003 Remarried November 25th, 2006—divorced for the second time January 11th, 2013 One child—Cassandra, born June 1st, 1998. Finalist...

Mara Brust is an experienced trial lawyer who has helped accident victims recover millions of dollars in compensation. Mara has extensive experience in the areas of personal injury, product liability, and medical malpractice. She has tried numerous cases. Mara attended North Dakota State University, where she graduated summa cum laude with a Bachelor of Arts in Journalism, Broadcasting & Mass Communication Technologies. She earned her Juris Doctor from the University of Virginia School of Law. While in law school, Mara served on the editorial board and article review board of the Virginia Journal of Social Policy and the Law. She...

Isaac is an attorney and certified public accountant. He represents farmers, ranchers, estates, owners of mineral interests, and owners of closely held businesses in a range of legal and tax matters. Isaac graduated from Cornell University and practiced with a national accounting firm in New York and Nevada before attending law school at the University of St. Thomas. He worked for a real estate development company during and immediately after law school. Isaac’s father grew up on a ranch north of Napoleon, North Dakota and his mother’s family operated a small business in the Fargo-Moorhead area....

Attorney Colby M. Lessmann was born and raised in Sioux City, Iowa, and is a graduate of Sioux City North High School. Colby graduated from the University of South Dakota School of Business (B.S., 1996) and School of Law (J.D., 1999). During his law school education, he published a casenote in the South Dakota Law Review (1998) and was both the Managing Editor and the Production Editor for Volume 44 of the South Dakota Law Review (1998-1999). After graduating from Law School, Colby clerked for Justice Robert Amundson of the South Dakota Supreme Court in Pierre, South Dakota. In August...

Brad Jolly has practiced Indian law exclusively representing Indian tribes for his entire career. He graduated from the Indian Legal Program cum laude from Arizona State University College of Law, where he received the Alan A. Matheson Service Award and was a Pedrich Scholar. He also served as President of the Native American Law Students Association and as a student member of the Indian Legal Program Faculty Committee. Brad graduated with honors from the University of California at Berkeley with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Native American Studies. While attending law school, he published an article in the Arizona...

Kari Jensen is an experienced and skilled attorney at Chapman Law Firm, P.C. Her practice areas focus on criminal defense and civil litigation. Kari has successfully represented numerous clients in vast array of areas including DUIs, assaults, domestic violence, drug possession and distribution, and major traffic offenses, as well as civil litigation matters such as contract issues, evictions, real estate disputes, foreclosures. Kari is a dedicated and strong advocate for her clients.

Kari received a B.A. from North Dakota State University, Fargo. She earned her J.D. from the University of Montana School of Law. Kari is admitted to practice law in...

Ben is an attorney specializing in helping people resolve family law issues in Minnesota and North Dakota including divorce, custody and visitation, child support, spousal maintenance, and adoption. He also assists clients with requesting and defending restraining orders and protective orders. Most important to Ben are understanding clients’ needs and finding creative ways to help clients meet their goals.

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Ben has assisted many clients with trials, hearings, and settlements of all types, in both North Dakota and Minnesota. Prior to private practice, Ben worked for a year and a half as a staff attorney for a District Court Judge in...

Wendy Jungblut grew up in Billings and is happy to be practicing law in her hometown. She has practiced in the areas of personal injury, medical malpractice, bankruptcy, family law, and adoption. She now focuses solely on personal injury. She is devoted to serving her clients by providing uniquely tailored assistance for each client. Because she understands that her clients often need more than just legal aid, she provides comprehensive support while navigating each individual’s unique needs. Education University of Montana School of Law– J.D. (2017) Montana State University– B.A. History (2014) Professional Experience The Advocates– Attorney (2022-present) The Law Firm of Edmiston & Colton– Associate...