Biography
Madelyn began her legal career as a law clerk for the Second Judicial Circuit in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. During her clerkship, she worked for a panel of judges and gained invaluable, behind-the-scenes insight into the judicial decision-making process. This role gave her a strong foundation in legal analysis, courtroom procedure, and the factors that influence how cases are evaluated and resolved.
Following her clerkship, Madelyn worked as a Public Defender in Loveland and Fort Collins for almost three years. As a Public Defender, Madelyn gained valuable experience in the courtroom – representing hundreds of clients and taking many cases to jury trial. In this role, Madelyn handled a high-volume caseload and learned how to navigate complex and emotionally-charged situations with professionalism and care.
Madelyn has transitioned from her role as a Public Defender to a new chapter as an Associate Attorney at Modern Family Law. With her background in litigation and her experience working closely with clients, she is dedicated to providing thoughtful representation to those navigating a difficult time in their lives. Her ultimate goal is to provide steady support and guidance while achieving outcomes that protect her clients’ interests and their families’ futures.
Interesting Facts
As a public defender, Madelyn approached clients with empathy and a listening ear. She advocated for her clients by always being prepared, putting her clients’ needs before anything else, and doing everything she could to achieve her clients’ ultimate goals. As a family law lawyer, she brings that same approach to her representation – leading with patience, kindness, empathy, and compassion in all situations.
Madelyn graduated with a degree in American Studies and Spanish with a minor in History from Augustana University in 2019. Following graduation, she attended law school at the University of South Dakota. While in law school, Madelyn served as the Moot Court Board president, was a member of Women in Law, served as a graduate assistant for a first-year legal writing class, worked for a South Dakota Supreme Court Justice, and volunteered with the Great North Innocence Project. She received her Juris Doctorate in May of 2022.