Meet the Team
Here to guide you through your legal situation

Sarah Jewell
Owner & Lawyer
About Sarah
Sarah received her Bachelor of Arts degree from Pepperdine University in Malibu, California. After a career in sales and marketing, she attended Hamline University School of Law in St. Paul, Minnesota, and obtained her Juris Doctorate and a Certificate in Advocacy and Problem-Solving at Hamline’s top-ranked Dispute Resolution Institute. At Pepperdine, Sarah was honored to be selected as the commencement speaker for graduation. There she was also inducted into the Phi Theta Alpha history honor society. She was on the Dean’s List twice at Hamline University School of Law. See Sarah’s full bio.

John Abress
Associate Attorney
About John
Bio coming soon.

Adam Seward
Law Clerk
About Adam
Adam Seward joined River Valley Law, PA in May, 2023 as a summer law clerk. Adam will be continuing as a part-time law clerk while completing his J.D. at University of St. Thomas School of Law. His primary areas of practice will be in general civil litigation and appellate work.
Adam, a Minnesota native, received his bachelor’s degree of Politics, History, and Economics from the University of Northwestern St. Paul. Afterward, he went directly into law school at the University of St. Thomas School of Law, where he is currently completing his third and final year. As an Eagle Scout, Adam has a love of nature and the outdoors, especially camping, fishing, and kayaking. Adam also enjoys reading, collecting trading cards, and spending quality time with family and friends. Adam values hard work, honesty, and commitment; ensuring he keeps to his word and doesn’t stop until the task is done.

Deana Marthaler
Legal Administrative Assistant
About Deana
Deana is a transplant from the West Coast. She attended MN School of Business where she received her AAS in Business Administration. She has experience in the legal field both as a staff member in a local law office and also in a local court system. Deana loves to travel and some of her most notable trips have been to Aruba, Hong Kong, Amsterdam, Hawaii, Germany, Portugal, Dominican Republic and Mexico. Deana enjoys meeting new people and also enjoys baking, cooking, and putting a new twist on her favorite recipes. Deana treasures time spent with family and friends and looks forward to assisting the clients of River Valley Law.

Tasha Freese
Paralegal
About Tasha
Tasha has lived in Central Minnesota for nearly her entire life. She attended Rasmussen University and has been employed in the legal profession for over 20 years. Her favorite part of the profession is achieving a positive result for clients and sharing the victory with her team. Outside of work, Tasha enjoys reading, dancing, cooking, spending time with her two dogs, and watching Vikings games with her husband.

Julie Kelly
Paralegal
About Julie
Julie has an AAS Paralegal Degree from Rasmussen University and a Business Administration Certificate from St. Cloud Business College. She has been in the legal profession as a Paralegal for 12 years. She has an extensive background in civil litigation, family law, housing/eviction, expungement, protective orders, and criminal law matters. Julie is an avid bowler and a member of the local bowling hall of fame. She also enjoys spending time with her family/friends and selling her beautiful one-of-a-kind wreaths at local craft shows.

Tina Mork
Paralegal & Office Manager
About Tina
Tina is originally from Detroit Lakes, MN, and has a bachelor’s degree in Paralegal Studies from Minnesota State University Moorhead. She has been in the legal profession in St. Cloud for over 23 years. Tina has extensive experience working in a private law firm, along with working in the local court system. In her free time, Tina enjoys reading, spending time with her family/friends, and attending her children’s sporting events.
Let’s Work Together

River Valley Law, P.A.
183 Seventh Avenue South
Waite Park, MN 56387
Phone: (320) 497-7977
Fax: 1(320) 640-2828
Email: info@rivervalleylaw.com
Law Office Hours
Monday - Thursday: 8 am - 5 pm
Friday: 8 am - 4:30 pm
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed
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