East River Legal Services is governed by a Board of Directors, composed of attorneys, client representatives from various organizations, and at large members. Collectively they provide oversight in the provision of legal services. Our Board helps govern Legal Aid through financial review, strategic planning, and continually focusing on the legal needs of our current and potential clients implementing a clear vision for carrying out Legal Aid’s mission.
 President - Jeff SchultzWoods Fuller Schultz & Smith - Sioux Falls |
 Vice President - Sharon ChontosSage Consultants - Sioux Falls |
 Melissa FiksdalJeff Larson Law - Sioux Falls |
 Jennifer GoldammerHelsper, McCarty & Rasmussen - Brookings |
 Wendy HessUSD School of Law - Vermillion |
 Dan FritzBallard Spahr - Sioux Falls |
 Timmothy CummingsGreen Roby Oviatt Cummings - Watertown |
 Sheila FendersonClient Member - Sioux Falls |
 Kimberly DorsettRichardson Law Firm - Aberdeen |
| Vacant |
Ruth Henderson Client Member - Sioux Falls |
LeeAnn No Heart Client Member - Sioux Falls |
| Angela Omelas Client Member - Sioux Falls |
Ken Teunissen Client Member - Sioux Falls |
Vacant |