Continuing a Family Tradition: Madison Gosch Pursues Law at South Dakota's Knudson School

Madison Gosch's decision to become a lawyer was influenced by her family background and personal goals. Both of her parents were practicing lawyers and attended the Knudson School of Law in South Dakota. Growing up in a legal environment, Gosch developed an early interest in law, motivated by the positive effects of her parents' careers.

After earning a Bachelor of Arts in Economics from the University of Virginia in 2021, Gosch returned to South Dakota to study at her parents' alma mater. At law school, she joined several organizations, enhancing her legal skills and professional perspective. In her first year, she worked with East River Legal Services and contributed to the 'South Dakota Law Review,' improving her research and writing abilities.

Gosch gained practical experience through internships and externships. She interned with U.S. District Judge Karen E. Schreier and externed with Justice Janine Kern at the South Dakota Supreme Court, where she assisted in drafting documents and analyzing cases. These roles deepened her understanding of the judicial system.

Gosch is set to take the South Dakota bar exam in July 2024. She has secured a two-year clerkship with Judge Schreier in Sioux Falls. She is interested in specializing in criminal or family law to impact people's lives positively.

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