Atty. Aaron P. Scheibe
Aaron Scheibe is a native of Pierre, South Dakota, and has been with the firm since 2022. Immediately prior to joining the firm, he held several senior positions in South Dakota state government and was an attorney in private practice in Pierre.
Administrative Law & More Attorney · Serving Pierre, SD · 14+ Years Experience
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About Aaron P. Scheibe at a Glance
Aaron P. Scheibe is an Associate based in Pierre, South Dakota, practicing at May, Adam, Gerdes & Thompson LLP. They have 14+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2012. Their practice focuses on divorce, probate, personal injury, criminal defense, and family law. Admitted to practice in South Dakota (2012). Educated at George Washington University (J.D., 2011) and University of Nebraska - Lincoln (B.A., 2001). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of State Bar of South Dakota -- Inactive Status -- Retired. Serves clients in Pierre, SD and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Aaron P. Scheibe
- Aaron Scheibe is a native of Pierre, South Dakota, and has been with the firm since 2022
- Immediately prior to joining the firm, he held several senior positions in South Dakota state government and was an attorney in private practice in Pierre
- Aaron has nearly two decades of experience in public policy, government relations, and administrative law
- He has led work on some of the most complex economic development and investment projects in South Dakota over the last decade
- Aaron’s broad background allows him to assist clients on a wide range of commercial and governmental issues
- Aaron received his Bachelor of Arts in Economics, International Relations, and Political Science from the University of Nebraska in Lincoln, and his Juris Doctorate from the George Washington University Law School in Washington, D.C., where he graduated with honors and was a member of the International Law Review
- Aaron is a member of the State Bar of South Dakota
- Aaron began his career working for more than a decade at the United States Department of State
- During this period, he served as a diplomat at U.S. embassies in the former Soviet Union and in various roles in Washington, D.C., including on the staff of two secretaries of state
- His diplomatic career focused on international trade, commercial, and energy issues, in particular assisting U.S. companies doing business abroad
- In 2014, Aaron returned home with his family to become deputy cabinet secretary in the Governor’s Office of Economic Development (“GOED”)
- As deputy secretary, he served as GOED’s chief operating officer and general counsel, overseeing the agency and staff and handling a wide variety of business development, finance, and legal issues
- Aaron served as GOED’s interim cabinet secretary twice before later joining the Governor’s Office as a senior policy advisor
- While in the Governor’s Office, Aaron was heavily involved in public safety, transportation, and economic development issues
- Aaron subsequently left the Governor’s Office for an opportunity to practice law at a firm in Pierre, where he focused on business and government clients, before once again answering the call of public service and returning to the Governor’s Office as chief of staff
- Aaron and his wife Laura have two school-age sons and are proud to be raising them in South Dakota
Practice Areas Explained
Aaron P. Scheibe's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Aaron P. Scheibe handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Pierre.
Divorce in Pierre
A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.
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Probate in Pierre
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Personal Injury in Pierre
Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.
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Criminal Defense in Pierre
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
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Family Law in Pierre
Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Pierre
Practicing law in South Dakota. Legal matters in South Dakota are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Pierre are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate South Dakota state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in South Dakota brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in South Dakota courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Pierre Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Pierre-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Pierre Choose Aaron P. Scheibe
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Aaron P. Scheibe's practice in the field of divorce, probate, personal injury, criminal defense, and family law.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Aaron P. Scheibe brings 14+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering divorce, probate, and personal injury, Aaron P. Scheibe can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Pierre
A Pierre-based practice means Aaron P. Scheibe attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Aaron P. Scheibe Handles in Pierre
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Aaron P. Scheibe has experience with under South Dakota law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Aaron P. Scheibe directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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