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Mary Melech is a Special Assistant State's Attorney of Burleigh County, North Dakota. She graduated cum laude from the University of California, Los Angeles, earning her degree in Political Science. Upon graduation from UCLA, Mary attended Chapman University School of Law on a full merit scholarship. Mary graduated from law school in 2011, and was admitted to the State Bar of California later that year. In 2018 and 2019, Mary was selected by Super Lawyers as one of Southern California's Rising Stars, which is a designation reserved for only 2.5 percent of lawyers statewide.. Mary was admitted to the State Bar of North Dakota in 2019.

Dennis helps clients navigate the interplay of law, public policy, and business to achieve clients’ objectives. Having been a company landman for a large oil company and later a partner with the Zuger, Kirmis & Smith law firm, practicing extensively in lobbying, estate planning & probate, and general civil litigation, Dennis possesses a broad advocacy and government affairs skill set.. Dennis graduated from Southern Methodist University, cum laude, with a B.S. in Biological Sciences and earned his J.D., magna cum laude, from the University of North Dakota. During law school, Dennis externed with the North Dakota Legislative Council and with the U.S. District Court for the District of North Dakota.. Dennis is active in the North Dakota legal community, currently serving on the State Bar Association’s Legislative Committee. He is also a Past President of the Big Muddy Bar Association.. Dennis resides south of Bismarck with his wife Jess, an elementary school principal, and their two young children. In their free time, the Pathroffs enjoy riding horses and playing golf.

Experienced Government attorney serving clients in Bismarck and surrounding areas.

Experienced Government attorney serving clients in Bismarck and surrounding areas.