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Bill Sand attended college at Hamline University, where he served as captain of the men’s baseball team. During law school, Mr. Sand received a concentration in Criminal Litigation and was awarded the Honorable Louis M. Welsh Endowed Scholarship. This award is given to the student who best “exemplifies the highest ethical standards and believes in the humanity of the law” and who demonstrates a “passionate desire to fulfill a lifelong dream of becoming a trial lawyer.” While in law school, Bill spent time with a civil litigation firm, monitored and reported on various state agencies, and worked at a law library where he conducted legal research for attorneys and professors.
His legal journey brought him to Alaska, where he successfully represented numerous indigent clients facing criminal charges. He later entered the field of Special Education Law and has since helped obtain hundreds of thousands of dollars in services for parents to meet the educational needs of their disabled children.
Most recently, Bill has handled a large number of Criminal Defense and Personal Injury cases for his clients. He has experienced uncommon success, with an abnormally high success rate at all stages of litigation—from jury verdicts to judicial rulings in favor of his clients.
Outside of the law, Bill enjoys playing music, hiking, and spending time with family. He is involved with the Special Olympics, has volunteered at care centers for the elderly, and founded several youth baseball camps.
Rick Sand is a graduate of the University of St. Thomas School of Law in Minneapolis, Minnesota. He is a licensed attorney in the states of North Dakota, Minnesota, Arizona as well numerous Federal Jurisdictions. During law school Mr. Sand interned for the Alaska Department of Administration’s Office of Public Advocacy. While at the Office of Public Advocacy Mr. Sand advocated for indigent clients accused of criminal offenses within the Municipality of Anchorage.
Mr. Sand has been involved with the Special Olympics since 2008, coaching a variety of sports and volunteering for the 2009 Special Olympics Winter Games in Boise, Idaho as well as the 2026 USA Games hosted in Minneapolis, MN.
Mr. Sand focusses on representing clients in criminal defense and personal injury matters.
In addition, he worked as contract counsel for the North Dakota Commission on Legal Counsel for Indigents. Mr. Sand enjoys hunting, fishing, and spending time with his wife and kids.
Rick has litigated numerous cases that have resulted in successful outcomes for his clients at all stages of litigation.
Rick’s community involvement has consisted of volunteering at elderly care facilities as well as coaching Special Olympics – most notably as a volunteer during the Special Olympics Winter World Games in Boise, Idaho.
In his spare time Rick enjoys hunting, fishing, and spending time with his wife and kids.
Al Sagert focuses on personal injury law at all stages of the process. Prior to joining Sand Law, Al appeared in over one thousand hearings and secured millions of dollars in disability benefits for his clients. He has a deep understanding of medical evidence and a passion for guiding people through the challenges caused by an injury.
Alex Borchert, Esq. is a dedicated Personal Injury, Premises Liability, and Medical Malpractice Attorney at Sand Law PLLC, known for his steadfast commitment to justice and unwavering dedication to clients. With extensive experience in the intricate facets of personal injury law, Alex offers a comprehensive understanding of medical issues and a robust track record in legal strategy.
Experienced in handling the complexities of medical files and case-related injuries, Alex has a unique insight into the challenges faced by those impacted by personal injuries and medical malpractice. This knowledge is matched by a compassionate approach, ensuring each client feels heard, understood, and supported throughout their legal journey.
Alex’s ability to integrate medical and legal knowledge, coupled with a strategic mindset, establishes him as a formidable advocate both in and out of the courtroom. Dedicated to pro bono work in the legal community, he regularly leads volunteer initiatives that provide essential legal services to underserved communities.
Away from the office, Alex values his time with family and enjoys coaching and playing hockey with his children.
With a steadfast commitment to justice and an unwavering dedication to protecting the rights of the accused, Alex Grosz brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to every case he handles.
A proud alumnus of the University of Wisconsin-Madison, Alex earned his undergraduate degree with distinction, laying the foundation for his future legal career. Driven by a passion for advocacy and a desire to make a difference in the lives of others, he pursued his Juris Doctor at Mitchell Hamline School of Law, where he honed his legal skills and developed a deep understanding of the intricacies of the law.
Throughout his career, Alex Grosz has championed the cause of the criminally accused, tirelessly fighting to ensure that every individual receives fair treatment under the law. His unwavering commitment to his clients, coupled with his sharp legal acumen, has earned him a reputation as a formidable advocate both inside and outside the courtroom.
Whether you are facing misdemeanor charges or serious felony allegations, Alex Grosz has the expertise and experience to provide you with the aggressive representation you need. From pre-trial negotiations to courtroom litigation, he will work tirelessly to protect your rights and achieve the best possible outcome for your case.
If you are facing criminal charges and need a skilled and compassionate legal advocate in your corner, don’t hesitate to contact Alex Grosz, Esq. With his proven track record of success and unwavering commitment to his clients, you can trust that your case will be in capable hands.
My passion for the law started when I graduated from college with my bachelor’s degree and took a job as a paralegal at Metmor Financial. That role gave me my first real insight into the legal field.
In 1997, I moved to Topeka, Kansas, and joined the Kansas State Appellate Defender Office as a paralegal. There, I was able to put my love of research and writing to use.
During this time, I earned my degree in History and Political Science from Washburn University in 2000.
A few years later, I met Mr. Ney and joined his law firm, Ney and Adams, as a paralegal. Working there allowed me to continue developing my research and writing skills while working on cases involving the Federal Death Penalty, which deepened my understanding of the complexities of capital defense and strengthened my passion for justice.
My love for working in the legal field eventually led me to enroll in law school in 2012. I was accepted at the University of Missouri-Kansas City, where I worked on the UMKC Law Review, participated in the Death Penalty Representation Clinic, and interned at the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU).
During this time, I also had the chance to work with the Midwest Innocence Project. This organization is dedicated to representing people wrongly convicted of crimes in Missouri, Kansas, Arkansas, Iowa, and Nebraska, supporting these innocent people once they are freed, and working to change the system to prevent wrongful convictions in the first place.
While I was working with the Midwest Innocence Project, I had one of the most meaningful experiences of my time in law school—and my life—when I had the privilege of representing and helping to exonerate an innocent man before the Missouri Court of Appeals.
Dierra is an associate attorney out of the firm’s Fargo, North Dakota office. She focuses her practice entirely on representing clients in criminal defense matters.
Dierra is a graduate of the University of North Dakota School of Law. Prior to law school, she received a Bachelor of Science from Valley City State University where she was also a member of the Women’s Basketball team.
Dierra grew up in Valley City, North Dakota and prides herself on helping those from her hometown state. If Dierra isn’t working you can find her spending time with her family and friends, on the lake if at all possible; or watching her little sister Lily compete in Special Olympics, Adaptive TNT programs, or the Able Games.
These foundations are all so important to Dierra and her family! She would encourage you to volunteer or check them out if you ever have a chance.
Dylan Becker is an associate attorney focused on criminal defense and DUI defense at Sand Law in North Dakota.
Before transitioning into defense work, Dylan served as a Deputy District Attorney in Colorado’s 4th Judicial District.
His experience as a prosecutor gives him a complete understanding of how the State evaluates evidence, decides on and structures the charges, decides on plea deals and reduced charges, and how they present cases.
These insights are invaluable.
He now applies this knowledge to help defend any and all North Dakotans who need his help and the help of Sand Law.
Dylan fiercely defends his clients who are facing criminal allegations, regardless of whether their charges are misdemeanors or capital felonies.
While at the District Attorney’s Office, Dylan handled a wide variety of criminal matters, including DUI cases, assault and battery, theft, domestic violence, drug charges, arson, murder, and everything in between.
In recognition of his trial work, Dylan earned a 2024 Award for Trial Excellence during his prosecutorial tenure to recognize his litigation skills and commitment to the job. We are lucky to have Dylan applying these same skill sets and his “above and beyond” mentality to our valued clients.
Dylan received his law degree from the University of North Dakota School of Law in 2019 after completing his bachelor’s degree in political science at the University of North Dakota.
Despite his time in Colorado, he is a North Dakotan through and through and has returned home to help defend his fellow citizens.
Dylan is licensed to practice law in both Colorado and North Dakota.
Born in Bismarck, North Dakota, Dylan has a deep appreciation for the outdoors.
Bismarck is situated in the Missouri Plateau, a region of rolling plains cut by the Missouri River with a broad mix of grasslands, rivers, and some of the state’s most dramatic scenery, including the rugged badlands to the west.
Growing up surrounded by this beautiful scenery, Dylan developed a love for fly fishing, hiking, and camping. Today, he loves to share these activities with his wife and their two daughters, and spend any quality time with them he can get.
Gagan Bains practices criminal defense law in North Dakota, representing clients charged with DUI, misdemeanors, and felonies.
Gagan has developed a comprehensive understanding of the law by studying for a bachelor’s degree in psychology and philosophy from the University of Manitoba and his Juris Doctor (law degree) from the University of North Dakota, School of Law. Gagan also has extensive hands-on experience in various legal areas, rounding out his curricular and real-world understanding of how criminal law affects everyday citizens in North Dakota.
Gagan approaches every case he takes on with a strategic mindset from the very start, prioritizing a client’s
needs, gathering a solid understanding of the facts, and developing a strategy based on these elements and the complexities of the legal system.
Gagan is known for being a committed advocate for his clients. He always puts their needs first while working to achieve the best possible outcomes for them through negotiation or litigation.
Gagan is passionate about using the law to get justice for those who are in a difficult spot and are up against attorneys with decades of experience. That’s why he works tirelessly to prepare and review every possible detail for his clients so he can make sure he is doing everything in their best interests.
Outside of work, Gagan is an avid sports fan. He enjoys watching his favorite sports teams and playing golf in Florida’s beautiful weather—when it’s not too hot.