If you need legal help with probate matters in South Dakota, understanding the local legal landscape is the first step. South Dakota attorneys handle cases involving estate administration, will contests, trust disputes, guardianship, and conservatorship proceedings, and the state's specific rules — from filing procedures in Circuit Court to applicable deadlines — can directly shape the strategy and outcome of your case.

The statute of limitations for probate matters in South Dakota is generally 6 years, though specific deadlines vary by case type. Cases proceed through Circuit Court, and South Dakota's state laws may provide protections or requirements that differ from federal standards. The State Bar of South Dakota sets the professional standards for practitioners, and attorneys who focus on probate in South Dakota bring jurisdictional expertise that general practitioners often lack.

When selecting a probate attorney in South Dakota, consider their specific experience with cases like yours, their familiarity with Circuit Court procedures, and their track record. The attorneys listed on this page serve clients throughout South Dakota and have profiles that include their credentials, practice areas, office locations, and client reviews. Comparing multiple attorneys helps you find the right fit for your situation and budget.

For a detailed overview of how probate law works in South Dakota — including key statutes, deadlines, and what to expect from the legal process — Read our complete guide to probate law in South Dakota. If you're ready to take the next step, browse the attorney profiles below and reach out for a free consultation.

Aaron Pilcher - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Pilcher Law Office, Prof. LLC
 375 Dakota Ave S Ste 101 Huron SD 57350
(605) 554-1661
University of South Dakota School of Law (2010)
South Dakota Bar
Unknown Status
Agricultural Law Business Law Collections
Creighton Thurman - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Thurman Law Office
 409 Walnut P.O. Box 897 Yankton SD 57078
(605) 260-0623
University of South Dakota School of Law (1998)
Nebraska Bar
Active License
Bankruptcy Business Law Collections
Jeff Cole - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Northern Plains Justice, LLP
 4301 W. 57th Street Suite 121 Sioux Falls SD 57108
(605) 306-4100
University of South Dakota School of Law (1992)
English
8th Circuit Bar
Unknown Status
Agricultural Law Business Law Criminal Law
Scott Swier - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Swier Law Office, Prof. LLC
 240 E. Main Street Corsica SD 57328
(605) 275-5669
Mount Marty College
English
8th Circuit Bar
Unknown Status
Business Law Education Law Estate Planning
Garland Lee Goff - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Garland L. Goff Lawyer at Law, LLC
 220 N 5th Street Custer SD 57730
(605) 673-3529
South Dakota Bar
Unknown Status
Business Law DUI & DWI Estate Planning
Ross Den Herder - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Den Herder Law Office
 329 Broadway Yankton SD 57078
(605) 665-0494
University of South Dakota School of Law (2003)
South Dakota Bar
Active License
Business Law Collections Elder Law
Mark Krogstad - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Davenport, Evans, Hurwitz & Smith, LLP
 206 West 14th Street P.O. Box 1030 Sioux Falls SD 57101
(605) 336-2880
University of Florida Levin College of Law (2012)
Minnesota Bar
Unknown Status
Business Law Estate Planning Probate
David R Hansen - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Compass Rose Law Office
 1830 W. Fulton Street Suite 102 Rapid City SD 57702
(605) 721-3958
English, Italian
South Dakota Bar
Unknown Status
Business Law Estate Planning Probate
James Craig - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Craig Law Office
 3500 S. Phillips Ave. Suite 108 SIOUX FALLS SD 57105-6864
(605) 373-0442
University of South Dakota (1974)
8th Circuit Bar
Active License
Bankruptcy Business Law Estate Planning
Lindsay M. Harris - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Harris Law & Co.
 5019 S. Bur Oak Pl. Sioux Falls SD 57108
(605) 777-1772
University of South Dakota
English
South Dakota Bar
Unknown Status
Business Law Elder Law Estate Planning
Rebecca Leigh Wilson - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Wilson Legal Planning
 48528 E 57th Street Sioux Falls SD 57108
(605) 215-1467
University of Minnesota Law School
South Dakota Bar
Unknown Status
Business Law Elder Law Estate Planning
Corey R Bruning - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
 310 S Wind St Flandreau SD 57028
(605) 573-4529
University of South Dakota School of Law (2009)
English
8th Circuit Bar
Unknown Status
Business Law Estate Planning Family Law
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