Meet Clay Gregersen, a dedicated Board member of CASA who brings a wealth of experience and a deep commitment to the mission of supporting children in need. Born and raised in Sheridan, Wyoming, Clay pursued both his undergraduate and law school education at the University of Wyoming. After law school, he made the move to Billings, Montana, where he joined Crowley Fleck PLLP. It was during this time that Clay married his wife, Laura, and together they now have two young daughters, Brooke (5) and Brynn (2).
When he’s not working or spending time with his family, Clay enjoys outdoor activities like hunting, fishing, golfing, and snowboarding—pursuits that are made all the more enjoyable by Montana’s stunning natural surroundings. The state’s access to mountains, wildlife, and beautiful landscapes is a big reason why Clay is so glad to call it home.
Clay’s journey with CASA began in the fall of 2020, when he joined the Board of Directors. Before that, his understanding of CASA was fairly general. At the time, he was doing pro-bono work, helping separated parents mediate custody and develop parenting plans. One of the volunteers he worked with, an advocate, mentioned the possibility of joining the Board, and Clay’s interest was piqued. He was at a point in his life when he wanted to find a meaningful way to give back to the community that had provided so much to him and his family. CASA seemed like a perfect opportunity.
The more Clay learned about CASA, the more he was impressed. He was drawn to the organization’s mission to provide support and advocacy for children in challenging situations, something he felt strongly about. Growing up, Clay was fortunate to have a loving family, supportive friends, and a tight-knit community that helped him thrive. But he recognized that not all children had the same privilege through no fault of their own. CASA’s work resonated with him deeply, and he felt privileged to be part of an organization that worked to change the trajectory of these children’s lives.
The most rewarding aspect of his involvement with CASA, Clay shares, has been receiving updates about cases closing and hearing about the positive impact CASA volunteers have had on children’s lives. Another highlight for him has been his work with the Bush Scholarship, where he has seen young adults who came through the foster care system work hard to succeed and pursue higher education.
To those considering joining CASA, Clay’s advice is simple but powerful: “If you are like I was, and only generally familiar with CASA, take the leap and get involved. It may be a time commitment, but I can almost guarantee you will never regret giving your time and effort to help someone else. It’s an opportunity to make a real difference in the life of a child.”
