Kurt Solay, a Parkston, SD native, graduated from the University of Kansas School of Law in 1985. After graduation from law school, Kurt earned an L.L.M. in Taxation from New York University in 1987. He completed his undergraduate education at the University of South Dakota, graduating with honors.

Marli Schippers earned her law degree from the University of Cincinnati College of Law, graduating Magna Cum Laude in 2012. Marli is a member of the Order of the Coif. Marli earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Spanish and Latin American Studies from the University of Kansas, graduating with highest distinction.