Jer Monson, Esq., MBA

Jer Monson, Esq., MBA has a strong background in legal and business roles. Jer currently works at DrinkPAK as the General Counsel and Chief Human Resource Officer. Jer'sresponsibilities include identifying risks and assessing strategic implications, developing organizational policies and procedures, and evaluating, negotiating, and revising contracts.

Prior to DrinkPAK, Jer worked at Ogletree Deakins as an Associate from 2019 to 2021. In this role, they handled civil defense litigation, provided advice and counsel to employers on employment issues, and represented clients in various industries such as hospitality, healthcare, manufacturing, and transportation.

From 2014 to 2019, Jer served as Senior Counsel at Wood, Smith, Henning & Berman LLP, where they were involved in civil practice areas such as professional malpractice, employment, premises liability, class actions, transportation, and clergy sex abuse. Jer managed cases, including discovery, depositions, law and motion, and trial preparation, and supervised associate attorneys.

Jer started their legal career as an Associate Attorney at Bonne, Bridges, Mueller, O'Keefe & Nichols, PC from 2012 to 2014. Jer also gained legal experience as a Law Clerk at The Salvation Army in 2012 and as a Certified Law Clerk at the Minnesota State Public Defender's Office in 2009.

In addition to their legal roles, Jer has also worked as a Research Assistant to Dr. Kevin Groves at Talent Management Solutions, where they conducted research on leadership development programs and published a paper on talent management best practices in healthcare organizations.

Early in their career, Jer gained experience as a Summer Associate at Bonne Bridges Mueller O'Keefe & Nichols in 2010, a Law Clerk at Keller, Fishback & Jackson LLP in 2009, and a Certified Senior Agent at Randstad North America from 2005 to 2008.

Overall, Jer Monson has a diverse work experience encompassing legal practice, research, and business operations, making him a versatile professional.

Jer Monson, Esq., MBA completed their Bachelor's degree in Business Administration with a focus on Marketing at Carthage College from 2000 to 2004. Following this, they pursued their Juris Doctor (JD) degree at Pepperdine Law, where they studied law from 2008 to 2012. Simultaneously, from 2009 to 2011, Jer Monson also attended the Pepperdine Graziadio Business School, where they earned their Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree. During this period, their MBA studies encompassed various areas such as Business Management, Organizational Leadership, Strategy, Finance, and Human Resources. Additionally, Jer Monson attended Pepperdine University from 2010 to 2012, specializing in Alternative Dispute Resolution.