Notes from Our Alumni CLASS ACTION
2004 Send your 2004 class notes and photos to lawalumni@ stthomas.edu. ______________________________ Victoria Brenner co-chaired Divorce Camp 2025, Minnesota’s retreat-style family law conference. The event is hosted by the American Academy of Minnesota Lawyers, of which Victoria is a Fellow. Victoria practices family law at Taft.
2005 Send your 2005 class notes and photos to Kerry McAndrew (kerry@kmcandrewlaw.com). ______________________________ Heidi Bassett, partner at Spencer Fane, is a seasoned trial and appellate attorney handling complex business and real estate litigation. Licensed in Minnesota and Florida, she recently secured a major liability win for Mall of America and served as a panelist at the 2025 Alumnae Brunch.
Stacy Hedner celebrated 14 years with the FDIC and enjoyed a memorable year that included her first trip to Hawaii, celebrating her 50th birthday, lake days on the pontoon, weddings, and four visits to the Minnesota State Fair.
Lucas Swanepoel was promoted to Vice President of Advocacy & Public Policy at the Catholic Health Association. Since 1736, Catholic hospitals and health care providers have played a critical role in providing coverage and care to communities in the United States.
Monica Gould, former Senior Director of Career & Professional Development, concluded her service to St. Thomas Law on January 30 to join Taft as Director of Associate Advancement and Recruitment. During her time in CPD, Monica’s relational leadership transformed employment outcomes and profoundly shaped the law school community.
Jessica Nelson, General Counsel and Chief Legal
Natasha Merz founded Merz Solutions, which provides expertise in long-term services and supports policy and programming, including program design, evaluation, organizational assessments, community engagement, and implementation management.
Officer at Mesabi Metallics, received the 2025 Alumna Achievement Award. Her leadership on a multi-billion- dollar mining project in northern Minnesota reflects the bold, visionary impact of St. Thomas Law alumni.
2006 Send your 2006 class notes and photos to Ian Dobson (imdobson@live.com). ______________________________
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