Jeanelle R. Lust

Jeanelle (Robson) Lust works remotely in Sioux Falls, SD.  She remains of counsel at the Knudsen Law Firm and assists and advises the firm with questions involving issues raised by existing long-term clients.  A native of Madison, South Dakota, she graduated cum laude from Augustana University in Sioux Falls, SD in 1991. She attended Creighton University School of Law, graduating summa cum laude in 1994 where she received the Faculty of Law Highest Triennial Average Award.

Since moving back to South Dakota, Jeanelle has focused on philanthropy.  She is active on the board of directors of the Sioux Falls Zoo and Aquarium, and the SculptureWalk.  She is also on the board of trustees at Augustana University and is a member of the Women in Philanthropy steering committee in Sioux Falls. She is involved with Sioux Falls Rotary West and actively works on voting reform initiatives in South Dakota.

Bar Admissions

  • South Dakota
  • Nebraska

Education

  • Creighton University School of Law
  • Augustana University

Professional Affiliations

  • Nebraska State Bar Association

Honors & Awards

  • Selected to Super Lawyers
  • Charter Fellow in the Litigation Counsel of America
  • Fellow in the Nebraska State Bar Foundation

Speeches & Publications

  • Chapter 20 of Eighth Circuit Appellate Practice Manual (Co-Author)
  • Responsive Motions and Pleading, chapter for the Nebraska Civil Practice and Procedure Manual (2013 and 2015 Editions)
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