Appointed/Elected:

Appointed on Dec. 30, 2020, by Governor Tim Walz. Elected in 2022. Current term expires Jan. 2029.

Education:

J.D., with distinction, University of North Dakota School of Law
B.S., University of Minnesota, Carlson School of Business
A.A., Rainy River Community College
 

Past Employment:

• Attorney and president, ShermoenJaksa Law, PLLC
• Managing partner, Shermoen & Jaksa PLLP
• Partner, Shermoen, LeDuc & Jaksa, PLLP 

Professional and Community Activities:

• Member, Rainy River Community College Foundation Board
• Member, Koochiching County Law Library Board
• Former member, Minnesota Association for Justice Diversity and Inclusivity Task Force
• Former member, Volunteer Attorney Program Board
• Former member, International Falls Bass Championship Board
• Former member, ISD 36l Blue Ribbon Panel Board
• Former volunteer, Junior Achievement
• Former volunteer coach, youth hockey