Traci M. Evans 

Traci Evans has been with the Law Offices of Roger L. Sawatzke since June 15, 1998. She received her Associate of Science in Paralegal Studies from Iowa Western Community College. Traci is a full-time student at Kaplan University, working towards her bachelors in Legal Studies. She works primarily in the areas of personal injury litigation, workers' compensation, and railroad litigation.

Professional Affiliations / Community Activities

Editor/Publisher of the Original Notice for the Iowa Association of Legal Assistants 2004-2005; First Vice President of the Iowa Association of Legal Assistants 2002-2004; Region 4 Director of the Iowa Association of Legal Assistants 2000-2002; Iowa Association of Legal Assistants 2000-2008; Iowa Western Community College Student Liaison 2000-2008; Liaison to the National Association of Legal Assistants 2006; Iowa Western Paralegal Advisory Board 2000-2008; Business Professionals of America 1995-1996; National Scholars Honor Society 2008; Kaplan University Dean's List Honors 2007; Secretary/Treasurer of the Legal Studies Association 1996-1997; Iowa Western Mock Trial Team Member 1997; National Association of Legal Assistants 2001-2008; and Legal Support Professionals of Iowa 2001.

EDUCATIONAL CONTRIBUTIONS

Speaking Volunteer for paralegal students at Iowa Western Community College, Council Bluffs, Iowa.

Co-Speaker at the 2003 Iowa Trial Lawyers Association's Paralegal Seminar.

Assisted in organizing and planning the 2002 Iowa Association of Legal Assistants Annual Fall Seminar in Council Bluffs, Iowa.

Mentor for Paralegal Interns, 14 Paralegal Interns through 2008.

CIVIC CONTRIBUTIONS

Organized a successful donation drive for the benefit of the Phoenix House to collect supplies, toys, and non-perishable foods. 2006

Volunteers at her children's sporting events and school activities.