Atty. Brian L. Utzman
Brian L. Utzman is a lawyer practicing general practice, bankruptcy, divorce and 3 other areas of law.
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About Brian L. Utzman at a glance
Brian L. Utzman is a Member based in Rapid City, South Dakota, practicing at Smoot & Utzman, P.C.. They have 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Their practice focuses on divorce, personal injury, estate planning, business, and bankruptcy. Admitted to practice in Colorado (1986), South Dakota (1986), U.S. District Court, District of South Dakota (1994), and U.S. Supreme Court (1999). Educated at University of Denver (J.D., 1985) and University of Minnesota (B.S., 1981). Recognitions include CV Notable. Active member of The Colorado Bar Association State Bar of South Dakota. Serands clients in Rapid City, SD and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Brian L. Utzman is a lawyer practicing general practice, bankruptcy, divorce and 3 other areas of law
- Brian received a B.S. degree from University of Minnesota in 1981, and has been licensed for 40 years
- Brian practices at Smoot & Utzman, P.C. in Rapid City, SD
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Brian L. Utzman's Areas of Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Brian L. Utzman handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.
A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.
Brian L. Utzman is one of 50,487 divorce attorneys indexed nationally. Browse divorce attorneys in South Dakota →
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.
Brian L. Utzman is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in South Dakota →
An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
Brian L. Utzman is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in South Dakota →
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Brian L. Utzman is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in South Dakota →
A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.
Brian L. Utzman is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in South Dakota →
Jurisdictional Context
Why local counsel matters in South Dakota
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 Rapid City 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 andnue, 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.
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