The State Bar Association of North Dakota Fall 2014 Gavel Magazine | Page 11

STATE BAR GROWS BY

44 NEW LAWYERS IN SEPTEMBER

The North Dakota Bar increased its membership when Supreme Court Justice Lisa Fair
McEvers administered the oath to 44 new lawyers on September 26 in the chambers of
the North Dakota House of Representatives.
Several others welcomed the new lawyers, including State Board of
Law Examiners President Alice Senechal. She told the new lawyers
their license will give them both power and responsibility. “Each
of you has demonstrated you have met all the important eligibility
requirements. But, you can never stop learning in this profession.” She
encouraged them to “look to learn by volunteering your time. Always
take your power seriously, and use that responsibility wisely.”
Lt. Governor Drew Wrigley encouraged them to abide by the oath
every day. “Each one of you today is taking on a sacred public trust,”
he said. “Be prepared. Be thoughtful and determined in your work.
And keep your eyes on the road ahead of you. “
Chief Deputy Attorney General Thomas Trenbeath shared advice for
the new lawyers. “Remember the importance of secretaries, paralegals
and clerks of court,” he told them. “They know the nuts and bolts.
Remember too, that the time will come when a new starting lawyer
will turn to you for help. You need to be there to help them as others
will help you.”
Speaking on behalf of the University of North Dakota School of
Law, Dean Kathryn Rand told the new lawyers, “This day marks an
important milestone in your career as a legal professional. I hope you
will be successful and you will offer support to your fellow practicing
lawyers.”
State Bar Association of North Dakota President Jack McDonald
noted the increase in the numbers of state lawyers by nearly 800
from when he began practicing law 40 years ago. “Get involved in

your community, get involved in your local bar association and the
SBAND,” he advised them. “We welcome your participation. “
Tony Weiler, executive director of the SBAND said “practicing law
means you engage in services for others. I encourage you to consider
pro bono work.”
The following individuals met the requirements for admission based
on the bar examination:
Elizabeth Alvine
Andrew Askew
Steven Attleson
Tyler Bakke
Patrick Brooke
Amanda Brossart
Leah Carlson
Ashley Champ
Kyle Craig
Matthew Cremer
Trevor Dahl
Kellie Ebertowski
Meagen Essen
Steven Fischer
Ashley Flagstad
Rebecca Flanders
Andrew Frank
Casey Furey
Tracy Green

Paul Gunderson
Justin Hagel
Helene Herauf
Ashley Holo
Trevor Hunter
Anine Lambert
Jill Martin
Margaret Morley
Erin Musland
Markus Powell
Stephanie Pretzer
Benjamin Sand
David Spencer
Alexander Stock
Joshua Traiser
Alexander Tsomaya
Jared Wall
Erica Woehl

The following individuals met all of the requirements for admission
based on eligibility by practice or test score:
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