Aspen Bechen was born and raised in Mitchell, South Dakota. She received her undergraduate degree from South Dakota State University and her law degree from the University of South Dakota Knudson School of Law. While at the University of South Dakota Knudson School of Law, she was a member of the Moot Court Board.

Aspen is a member of the South Dakota Bar Association.  Aspen’s practice focuses on estate planning, probate and trust administration, and real estate.