Zachary T. Schmidt

Zach is an associate at Redstone and a member of the Litigation and Business Law practice groups.

Primary Practice Groups:

• Litigation
• Business Law

 

Education:

• University of South Dakota Knudson School of Law (J.D., 2022)
• St. Cloud State University (B.S., Finance, summa cum laude, 2013)

Zach's professional background:

Upon graduating summa cum laude with a degree in finance from St. Cloud State University,  Zach analyzed derivative securities at a Minneapolis based investment company and later worked at Great Western Bank (NKA First Interstate Bank) as a credit analyst and agribusiness banker.  After over five years in the financial industry, Zach pursued a law degree at the University of South Dakota Knudson School of Law.  While in law school, Zach won the Sam Masten Moot Court competition, proudly represented USD at national moot court competitions, and was named to the Order of Barristers, a national honorary organization that recognizes students who excel in oral advocacy and brief writing.  After graduating from law school, Zach had the honor of clerking for Justice Mark E. Salter of the South Dakota Supreme Court.  During his clerkship, Zach was provided profoundly valuable mentorship as he collaborated alongside Justice Salter, performing legal analysis and assisting with opinion drafting.  Since the completion of his clerkship, Zach has applied his legal and business expertise in private law practice.

Most interesting place he's visited in South Dakota: The outstretched arm of the Crazy Horse Memorial.  

Little known fact about Zach: Zach has never tried soda pop.

Zach's favorites:

• Song:  The "SKOL, VIKINGS" Fight Song  
• Food:  A larger than necessary medium-rare ribeye steak
• Holiday:  The Fourth of July 

While not at the office working with the Redstone Team, Zach enjoys: Hunting, skiing, fishing, and grilling out with friends and family.