Her Story
About Lyndsey
Lyndsey Wurst, CEDS, is a seasoned legal operations professional who has built a career in the legal field since February 2004. She began her career at Dorsey as a paralegal, where she developed expertise in eDiscovery and litigation support and participated in one of Minnesota’s largest civil litigation trials. Over the course of her career, Wurst transitioned into corporate legal operations and leadership roles, where she has focused on managing people and creating environments in which paralegals and legal administrative assistants feel supported, valued, and empowered to contribute effectively to their legal teams. She currently serves as LAA Supervisor at Stinson LLP in Minneapolis. Wurst’s experience encompasses legal operations, eDiscovery, litigation support, organizational development, policy development, strategic account management, and legal technology. She earned her bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice and Sociology from Concordia University–St. Paul after beginning her higher education at a community college, and she holds the Certified E-Discovery Specialist (CEDS) credential. Her contributions to legal operations and innovation have been recognized with the 2022 Legal Operations Innovator of the Year Award from Thomson Reuters. She has also remained actively engaged in the professional community, serving as Co-Chair of CLOC since 2019, Various roles on the Board of Directors for the Minnesota Association of Litigation Support Professionals (MALSP) for 10 years, a member of Women in eDiscovery, and a future member of the Association of Legal Administrators (ALA). Wurst attributes much of her professional growth to her natural curiosity and the early mentorship she received from Ann Reckin and Deb Pangerl at Dorsey, and the late attorney Mr. Tim Selander of Nichols Kaster, who encouraged her to embrace technology and maintain a commitment to lifelong learning. Beyond her professional responsibilities, she supports fundraising efforts for the Northside Achievement Zone and is a member of the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum. As a leader, mentor, and advocate for innovation within the legal profession, Wurst brings a people-centered approach to legal operations, combining extensive industry experience with a commitment to continuous improvement and professional development. She shares a blended family of four teenagers with her partner Tyler. They enjoy traveling and spending time with their kids; if the teenagers allow it.
Her Interview
Ten minutes with Lyndsey
01What do you attribute your success to?
I attribute my success to my curiosity and the influence of strong leaders early in my career who challenged me to never be complacent with the way things are. They encouraged me to be proactive, continuously look for ways to improve, take on new challenges, and always be willing to learn something new. That mindset has shaped my approach throughout my career and continues to motivate me to grow, innovate, and do more.
02What’s the best career advice you’ve ever received?
The best career advice I received came through the mentorship of Ann Reckin and Deb Pangerl at Dorsey. They consistently coached and encouraged me, challenged me to expand my knowledge, and sparked my interest in eDiscovery. Their guidance taught me the value of embracing new opportunities, staying curious, and continually developing my skills throughout my career. I would be remiss to not mention my Dad; one of the greatest small business owners I have met. He taught me at an early age to work hard, speak up, and ask questions, and I haven’t stopped.
03What advice would you give to young women entering your industry?
My advice to young women entering the legal industry is to never be afraid to speak up, ask questions, and share your perspective. Trust is essential, so focus on building strong, authentic professional relationships and demonstrating that you can be counted on. Never stop learning, and instead of being intimidated by new technology, embrace it as an opportunity to grow and expand your impact. Most importantly, remember that you do not have to be a lawyer to become a strong, influential woman in the legal field.
04What values are most important to you in your work and personal life?
The values most important to me are compassion, trust, empowerment, and community. In my work, I believe in making sure my staff feel happy, heard, understood, and equipped with the resources they need to succeed. I value giving people the intellectual freedom to think independently, take initiative, and grow, while providing the guidance and support they need when challenges arise. Outside of work, community involvement is very important to me, including supporting the Minnesota Arboretum and North Star Achievement Zone. As a mother of four teenagers, I also value family, balance, and creating an environment where the people around me feel supported and encouraged to thrive.
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