NOTICE
SOME
LAWYERS OR FIRMS HAVE LISTED THE
SPECIFIC AREAS IN WHICH THEY PRACTICE. WHERE THE LISTED AREA IS
GENERAL, THE ATTORNEY OR FIRM MAY NOT HANDLE ALL TYPES OF CASES IN THE
GENERAL CATEGORY. LISTING OF THE GENERAL AREA SIMPLY MEANS THAT THEY
HANDLE ANY OF THE SPECIFIC TYPES OF CASES IN THE CATEGORY.
THIS DIRECTORY DOES NOT CONTAIN A LIST OF ALL LAWYERS IN YOUR
COMMUNITY. LAWYERS IN THIS DIRECTORY ARE MEMBERS OF THE SOUTH DAKOTA
LAWYER REFERRAL SERVICE WHOSE REGISTRATIONS FEES PARTIALLY FUND
PUBLICATION AND FREE DISTRIBUTION OF THIS DIRECTORY.
HOW TO USE THIS DIRECTORY
Lawyers
and firms listed here have indicated what types of matters they handle.
THEY HAVE AGREED TO PROVIDE YOU WITH YOUR FIRST
HALF-HOUR CONSULTATION FOR A REASONABLE FEE. Discuss any
additional fees with the attorney during your first visit.
To choose an attorney or firm, follow these steps:
Locate the city where you would like to have the lawyer using the
listing to the left. This will link to the directory listing for the
city or town.
If you need to find a lawyer or firm that handles a specific type of
problem, first read the explanation of practice, find the appropriate
city, then examine the attorney listings to find those that handle the
type of matter for which you need a lawyer.
You may select an attorney you know, one that has been recommended to
you, or you may choose one based on all the information listed.
Call and set up an appointment with the attorney
DO NOT GO TO THE ATTORNEY'S OFFICE WITHOUT AN
APPOINTMENT.
Advise the lawyer that you found the lawyer's name in this Lawyer
Referral Directory.
IF YOU FEEL YOU CANNOT AFFORD AN ATTORNEY
The lawyers and firms in this directory are private practitioners who will charge for their services. If you don't think you can afford a private lawyer, you should contact the local legal services office to inquire whether you qualify for representation under that office's income guidelines. Legal services offices, telephone numbers and addresses can be found under “Attorneys” in the yellow pages of your telephone book.
IF YOU NEED HELP USING THIS DIRECTORY
This
directory is published by the South Dakota Lawyer Referral Service,
which is a public service of The State Bar of South Dakota. It is
designed to help you locate a private attorney. If you would like
assistance in using the directory, call the South Dakota Lawyer
Referral Service toll-free at
1-800-952-2333
SOUTH DAKOTA LAWYER REFERRAL SERVICE
222 E. Capitol
Pierre, SD 57501-2596
EXPLANATION OF GENERAL PRACTICE AREAS LISTED IN THIS DIRECTORY
It
is important that you inquire of any attorney or law firm contacted
through this directory whether their practice includes the specific
type of case or problem you have. Use the descriptions below to locate
the general area of practice for which you are seeking a lawyer.
Remember, if you have problems locating a lawyer to handle your case,
call the South Dakota Lawyer Referral Service for assistance, toll-free
at:
1-800-952-2333
ADMINISTRATIVE LAW:
Generally
includes social security, unemployment compensation, worker's
compensation.
BUSINESS PLANNING AND PRACTICE:
Generally
includes matters relating to formation and operation of corporations,
partnerships, and one-owner businesses.
CIVIL LITIGATION:
Generally
includes common types of civil trial practice in county courts, such as
collections, contracts, insurance, accident cases, products liability,
real property disputes.
FAMILY LAW or DOMESTIC RELATIONS:
Generally
includes separation and divorce, custody, support, adoption.
LABOR LAW:
Generally
includes any matters relating to employment, such as employer-employee
disputes, unfair labor practices.
REAL ESTATE:
Generally
includes landlord-tenant disputes, purchase or sale of real estate,
zoning and subdivision law.
WILLS AND ESTATES or WILLS AND PROBATE
Generally includes drawing a will or estate plan, and handling the administration of estates.