AluMNae Network

Minnesota Law launched the AluMNae Network in 2023 to bring together and celebrate women graduates.

The Alumnae Network Board of Directors standing in Mondale Hall

At its heart, the Network is about building an inclusive, supportive community — one where women students and alumni can stay connected to the Law School, grow their networks, champion one another’s careers, and make a difference through volunteer and philanthropic opportunities. Since its launch, the group has hosted a range of gatherings, including networking events, CLEs, and professional development programs that foster collaboration and mentorship. And this is just the beginning — the Network continues to grow, creating new ways for women in the Minnesota Law community to connect, support, and inspire one another.

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2026-2027 AluMNae Network Board

Board Chair

  • Jeannine Lee ’81
Partner, Stinson (Ret.)

Vice Chair/Chair Elect

  • Kendra Brodin ’03 Founder & CEO, EsquireWell

Local Board Members

  • Carli Brodzinski ’23 Associate Attorney, Thompson, Coe, Cousins & Irons
  • Jenny Gassman Pines ’06
Partner, Greene Espel 
  • Hon. Maria Mitchell ’99 District Court Judge, State of Minnesota
  • Megan O’Rourke ’10 Senior Attorney, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
  • Grace Song ’97 Assistant Hennepin County Attorney
  • Julia Wolfe ’19 Attorney, Stinson

Regional Representatives

  • New York: Jessica Bontemps ’21
 Finance Associate, Mayer Brown
  • Washington, D.C.: Katie Aune ’01
 Director of Philanthropy, North America, The Lew Wildlife Conservancy
  • Chicago: Katie Deibert ’04 Assistant General Counsel, GATX Corporation
  • Denver: Sophia Zink ’24 Insurance & Claims Counsel, Lockton
  • San Francisco: Mary Jane Weaver ’89 Partner, Weaver Schlenger 
  • Seattle: Barbara Duffy ’89 Partner and Executive Committee Member, Ballard Spahr

Emeriti Members

  • Barbara J. D’Aquila ’80
 Partner, Fisher Phillips
  • Michelle Miller ’86
 Vice President and Senior Counsel, Metronic (Ret.)
  • Jeanette Bazis ’92 Partner, Greene Espel