Biography

As a lawyer in practice since 1985, Susan brings professional experience with people from all walks of life.  She has worked as a legal counsel for a state legislature, as a civil legal advocate for low-income individuals, as a public defender for a Native tribe, and as a court commissioner for civil matters. She has practiced in Nebraska and in Washington.  

Susan grew up in South Dakota and spent most of her legal career in Nebraska. She located to the Pacific Northwest in 2016 after meeting her current spouse. Susan enjoys reading, sports, nature and pets. She has one son, one step-son and many pets.