Attorney Jobs in South Dakota

An Attorney, also known as a Lawyer, plays a crucial role in the legal industry by providing professional legal advice, interpreting and applying laws, and representing individuals, corporations, and government agencies in court disputes and negotiations. They draft and file legal documents such as lawsuits, appeals, contracts, deeds, and wills. Attorneys might also specialize in certain areas of law such as criminal law, family law, civil rights law, environmental law, or tax law. They must have a comprehensive understanding of legal theories and be able to effectively use laws and precedents to assist their clients.

Attorneys must have a Juris Doctor (JD) degree from a law school accredited by the American Bar Association (ABA), and they must pass their state's bar exam to be certified to practice law. Their work requires excellent analytical, problem-solving, communication, research, and public speaking skills. Prior to becoming an attorney, individuals may have roles such as a Law Clerk, Paralegal, or Legal Intern, to gain practical experience in the legal field. These roles often involve conducting legal research, drafting legal documents, and assisting attorneys in preparing for trials and hearings.

1-15 of 31 Jobs

Client Advocate I

  • Pierre, SD
  • 2 days ago
  • Pierre, SD
  • 2 days ago

At CVS Health, we're building a world of health around every consumer and surrounding ourselves with dedicated colleagues who are passionate about transforming health care. As the nation's leading...

Circuit Court Staff Attorney

  • Brookings, SD
  • 3 days ago
  • Brookings, SD
  • 3 days ago

Job ID: 31250 Agency: Unified Judicial System, Third Judicial Circuit Location: Brookings, SD Salary: $78,759.36 annually Closing date: 05/16/2025 For more information on the Unified Judicial...

Public Defender

  • Agency Village, SD
  • 3 days ago
  • Agency Village, SD
  • 3 days ago

The licensed attorney should have experience in criminal defense, filing pretrial motions, representing their client at all stages of the proceeding, and conducting bench and jury trials.This individual...

Financial Advocate

  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 8 days ago
  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 8 days ago

Sanford Health is one of the largest and fastest-growing not-for-profit health systems in the United States. Were proud to offer many development and advancement opportunities to our nearly 50,000...

Legal Specialist

  • Aberdeen, SD
  • 10 days ago
  • Aberdeen, SD
  • 10 days ago

Job Summary Under supervision and following established policies and department procedures, responsible for supporting the organization's legal department by performing administrative duties to...

Patient Financial Advocate I

  • Rapid City, SD
  • 12 days ago
  • Rapid City, SD
  • 12 days ago

Current Employees: If you are a current employee, please apply via the internal career site by logging into your Workday Account and clicking the "Career" icon on your homepage. Primary Location...

Office of Indigent Legal Services Public Defender

  • Ideal, SD
  • 13 days ago
  • Ideal, SD
  • 13 days ago

clients to discuss legal issues; reviewing trial records, transcripts, and court filings; conducting research and preparing written legal briefs; representing clients in oral arguments; and working with other...

Mission Advocate

  • Chamberlain, SD
  • 14 days ago
  • Chamberlain, SD
  • 14 days ago

A St. Josephs Indian School Mission Advocate is passionate about making a difference in the Native American community by**working at the Sioux Falls Mission Advocacy (call) Center**. In this role,...

Attorney

  • SD
  • 15 days ago
  • SD
  • 15 days ago

Knowledge of litigation practice and strategies. Excellent written and verbal communication skills....

Client Advocate I (Meritain Health)

  • Pierre, SD
  • 18 days ago
  • Pierre, SD
  • 18 days ago

At CVS Health, we're building a world of health around every consumer and surrounding ourselves with dedicated colleagues who are passionate about transforming health care. As the nation's leading...

Customer Advocate, Specialist Team Lead

  • Pierre, SD
  • 20 days ago
  • Pierre, SD
  • 20 days ago

The Customer Advocate Team Lead Specialist will be responsible for providing general office administrative and support tasks to the legal department to ensure proper tracking and organization of...

Mortgage Advocate/Office of the President

  • Pierre, SD
  • 20 days ago
  • Pierre, SD
  • 20 days ago

Mortgage Advocate/Office of the President will be responsible for resolving and responding to escalated or complex customer complaints from various channels, including internal departments or executives, attorneys...

Legislative Attorney

  • Pierre, SD
  • 24 days ago
  • Pierre, SD
  • 24 days ago

Job ID: 31056 - Legislative Attorney Agency: South Dakota Legislative Research Council Location: Pierre Salary: $72,000 to $102,000, depending on experience Closing Date: Open Until Filled This is a...

Public Defender

  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 30+ days ago
  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 30+ days ago

attorneys, court personnel, and other members of the justice system....

Staff Attorney - Rapid City

  • Rapid City, SD
  • 30+ days ago
  • Rapid City, SD
  • 30+ days ago

Sioux Falls, SD Legal-Attorney-Paralegal Staff Attorney - Rapid City Staff Attorney - Rapid City Dakota Plains Legal Services Rapid City, SD Posted/Updated: 1 days ago Job Description Are you passionate...

Demographic Data for South Dakota

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Salary for Attorney Jobs in South Dakota

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireLegal research efforts.

Highest Education Level

Attorneys in South Dakota offer the following education background
Doctorate Degree
73.2%
Bachelor's Degree
12.8%
Master's Degree
7.2%
Associate's Degree
3.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
1.7%
High School or GED
1.6%
Some College
0.3%
Some High School
0.1%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Attorneys in South Dakota
2-4 years
50.8%
None
15.4%
10+ years
11.8%
Less than 1 year
5.9%
1-2 years
5.8%
6-8 years
5.4%
4-6 years
4.8%


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