GET TO KNOW YOUR BOARD MEMBER
What is your current position?
Shareholder at Furuseth Olson & Evert, P.C.
What is your hometown, college attended and
law school attended?
I was born and raised in Williston, N.D. I
attended college at Williston State College and
St. Cloud State University in St. Cloud, Minn. I
attended law school at the University of North
Dakota.
Taylor Olson
SBAND Board Member
What professional work did you do before law
school?
Prior to law school, I worked in public
accounting in Minneapolis, Minn.
What led you to a career in law?
I have always been interested in the legal
profession. I like problem solving and assisting
clients in decision making while navigating
ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY
WHO WANTS A CAREER, NOT A JOB
Grand Forks, North Dakota boutique Law Firm with a primary
focus in Estate Planning, Estate & Trust Administration and Elder
Law seeks an Associate Attorney to join our high performance
team. We are looking for an attorney who is comfortable working
with clients on a daily basis, who is a “People Person.” Our law firm
focus is on building relationships and client care. It is extremely
important that we find an attorney interested in growing a practice
based on SYSTEMS, an attorney eager to implement new
ideas and produce high-quality work in a timely and effective
manner. You must be an excellent COMMUNICATOR, able to
convey complicated concepts in easily understood terms to
clients to assure client peace of mind and deliver a powerful client
experience. We want a confident LEADER who can keep the staff
motivated and excited about their position in the firm.
The firm founder will work closely with you to teach the law and
art of estate planning, using the many tools and techniques he has
developed over 30+ years.
• 2-6 years work experience preferred, estate planning and
financial services background helpful but not required
• Comfortable presenting to groups of 20-30 people
• Self-Starter, well organized, detail oriented, honest and
straightforward
• Compensation competitive based upon education, experience
and skills
If you're an attorney looking for a challenge with a lot of growth
potential, submit your cover letter, resume and salary history +
requirements.
Please send submission to: [email protected]
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the law. I enjoy the mental challenge of finding a
solution to a unique problem/situation. Every now
and then you get a case where you realize you have
really helped someone and changed their life, and
that is a great feeling.
How long have you been on the SBAND Board?
Since June 13, 2018.
What other involvement have you had with
SBAND prior to being on the Board?
I am currently on The Gavel editorial board, the
Consumer Protection Committee, and the Joint
Committee on Attorney Standards.
What is your favorite quote?
“I'll start working when my coffee does.”
What is the last book you read (good or bad)?
N.D.C.C. 30-33.
Welcome Alyssa Lovas
• Alyssa graduated the
UND School of Law
with distinction in
May of 2017.
• Since joining Zuger
Kirmis & Smith,
Alyssa has primarily
been practicing in
family law with an
emphasis in divorce
and custody litigation.
• She is also the
Treasurer/Secretary
for Family Law
Section of the State
Bar Association.
• Alyssa is currently
accepting new cases
and referrals.