Atty. Challis Dern Williams

Atty. Challis Dern Williams

Challis Dern Williams is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, family. Challis received a degree from University of North Dakota, and has been licensed for 10 years.

Grand Forks Grand Forks 10 yrs experience 10 year
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Profile Summary

About Challis Dern Williams at a glance

Challis Dern Williams is a criminal defense and family law attorney based in Grand Forks, North Dakota. They have 10+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2016. Admitted to practice in North Dakota (2016) and Minnesota (2017). Educated at University of North Dakota School of Law (J.D., 2016) and University of North Dakota (—). Serands clients in Grand Forks, ND and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Challis Dern Williams is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, family
  • Challis received a degree from University of North Dakota, and has been licensed for 10 years
  • Challis practices in Grand Forks, ND

Practice Areas Explained

Challis Dern Williams's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Challis Dern Williams handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Criminal Defense

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

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in North Dakota

Practicing law in North Dakota. Legal matters in North Dakota are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Grand Forks are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate North Dakota state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in North 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 North Dakota courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Challis Dern Williams

Where is Challis Dern Williams's law office located?
Challis Dern Williams's law practice is located in Grand Forks, North Dakota. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Challis Dern Williams handle?
Challis Dern Williams focuses on criminal defense, family law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in North Dakota.
How long has Challis Dern Williams practiced law?
Challis Dern Williams has 10+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2016.
Where did Challis Dern Williams go to law school?
Challis Dern Williams earned their education at (J.D., 2016); (—).
How can I contact Challis Dern Williams for a consultation?
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
University of North Dakota School of Law
- 2016
University of North Dakota
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

North Dakota
Admitted: 2016
Minnesota
Admitted: 2017

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