Coming from humble roots on her family’s homestead, Judith Knittel Meierhenry has led a life of excellence, paving the way for generations as a trailblazer for women in Law. Judith has had many firsts, overcoming adversity to rise to the highest position a judge can reach within South Dakota’s Supreme Court. She was inducted into the South Dakota Hall of Fame in 2024 for her exemplary leadership and service to the state.
Judith joined South Dakota Hall of Fame Board Director, Cathy Clark to discuss her life and career as an educator, lawyer, and judge.
In this episode, you will hear about:
- Judith’s early career as a teacher and her transition into Law
- Judith’s advice for others looking to follow a similar path
- Her feelings on giving back and being inducted into the South Dakota Hall of Fame
“When you are the first at anything, you want to try your best to make it easier for those who follow.” said Judith, “and that is a legacy I hope I have left behind.” - Judith Knittel Meierhenry
To learn more about Judith Knittel Meierhenry, visit her legacy page on our website her: https://sdexcellence.org/Judith_Knittel_Meierhenry_2024
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