JoAnn Evenson

JoAnn Evenson is a shareholder attorney at Evenson Decker, P.A. in St. Cloud, Minnesota. She represents clients in family law, divorce, wills, trusts, probate, real estate, and business law matters. Her practice includes helping individuals and families address sensitive legal issues with practical guidance and careful planning. As a certified family law mediator, JoAnn also assists clients in resolving disputes through a process focused on communication, structure, and workable solutions.

JoAnn earned her J.D. from the University of Minnesota Law School in 1996, graduating cum laude. She received her Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Minnesota-Morris in 1989, graduating summa cum laude, with high distinction, and as a Scholar of the College. She also earned a master’s degree in Constitutional and Legal History from the University of Minnesota in 1992. Her academic background supports her work in legal analysis, negotiation, and client counseling.

JoAnn has built a broad practice serving clients across several areas of law. She handles family law matters involving divorce and related disputes, as well as estate planning matters involving wills, trusts, and probate. Her work also includes real estate and business law issues, allowing her to assist clients with both personal and practical legal needs. She is admitted in Minnesota, North Dakota, and the U.S. District Court for the District of Minnesota.

JoAnn Evenson is active in legal and community organizations throughout central Minnesota. She is a member of the Minnesota State Bar Association, including its Family Law and Small & Solo Firm Sections, and the Stearns-Benton Bar Association. Her leadership roles include past president of the John E. Simonett Inns of Court and past president and founding member of Central Minnesota Women Lawyers. Through her practice and service, JoAnn provides steady, informed guidance to clients facing important legal decisions.

Law Office Affiliations

• Shareholder Attorney, Evenson Decker, P.A.
• Member, Minnesota State Bar Association, Family Law, Small & Solo Firm Sections
• Member, Stearns-Benton Bar Association
• Past President, John E. Simonett Inns of Court
• Past Chapter Liaison, Minnesota Women Lawyers
• Past President & Founding Member, Central Minnesota Women Lawyers

Licensed State

• Minnesota
• North Dakota

Education

• University of Minnesota Law School
  Juris Doctor (JD) Honors: Cum Laude
• University of Minnesota
  MA in Major: Constitutional & Legal History, Honors: Cum Laude
• University of Minnesota-Morris
  Bachelor of Arts, Honors: Summa Cum Laude

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