When it comes to estate planning and probate, Sarah is among those whom clients, financial advisers and other lawyers frequently look to for advice and guidance. Sarah is a Fellow in the American College of Trust and Estate Counsel (ACTEC), and has been a member of and headed both the Sioux Falls Estate Planning Council and the State Bar’s Real Property, Probate and Trust Law Section. In addition to her recognized work in estate planning and trust administration, Sarah also provides clients with assistance in elder law and employee benefit plans.

Sarah has received an AV Preeminent^® Peer Review Rating by Martindale-Hubbell®, for the highest level of professional excellence for their legal knowledge, communication skills and ethical standards. She has a Band 1 individual ranking in the Chambers High Net Worth Guide.  Sarah has also been selected to Best Lawyers® in the areas of Trusts and Estates, and Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law, and has been ranked in the top 5% of practicing attorneys in South Dakota by Great Plains Super Lawyers in the areas of Estate Planning and Probate, and Elder Law.

Just as Sarah is recognized for her legal practice, she is also noted for her support of and service in community activities. Just a sampling of the organizations for which she has been a board member or officer include, the Sioux Falls Area Community Foundation, the Sioux Falls Area Chamber of Commerce, Sioux Empire United Way, University of Sioux Falls Foundation, The Evangelical Lutheran Good Samaritan Foundation, The Banquet, LifeScape, the Sioux Falls Concerts Association, Live On Stage, and the South Dakota Parks and Wildlife Foundation.

Position: Of Counsel
Direct: (605) 357-1228
Email: [email protected]