Atty. Charles L. Riter

Atty. Charles L. Riter

Beta Gamma Sigma. Attorney, Office of Regional Counsel, Internal Revenue Service, St.

Rapid City Rapid City 60 yrs experience 60 year
Call (605) 600-1550 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Charles L. Riter at a glance

Charles L. Riter is a Retired Partner based in Rapid City, South Dakota, practicing at Bangs, McCullen, Butler, Foye & Simmons, L.L.P.. They have 60+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1966. Their practice focuses on trusts, estate planning, business, and tax. Admitted to practice in South Dakota (1966), U.S. Tax Court (1966), U.S. District Court, District of South Dakota (1970), and U.S Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit (1973). Educated at University of South Dakota (J.D., 1966) and University of South Dakota (B.S. Northwestern, 1963). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Pennington County and American Bar Associations State Bar of South Dakota. Serands clients in Rapid City, SD and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Beta Gamma Sigma
  • Attorney, Office of Regional Counsel, Internal Revenue Service, St. Paul, Minnesota, 1966-1970
  • Listed in Best Lawyers In America and Chambers Leading Lawyers for Business

Practice Areas Explained

Charles L. Riter's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Charles L. Riter handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Trusts

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Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

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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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Charles L. Riter

Where is Charles L. Riter's law office located?
Charles L. Riter's law practice is located in Rapid City, South Dakota. The firm is Bangs, McCullen, Butler, Foye & Simmons, L.L.P.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Charles L. Riter handle?
Charles L. Riter focuses on trusts, estate planning, business, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in South Dakota.
How long has Charles L. Riter practiced law?
Charles L. Riter has 60+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1966.
Where did Charles L. Riter go to law school?
Charles L. Riter earned their education at (J.D., 1966); (B.S. Northwestern, 1963).
How can I contact Charles L. Riter for a consultation?
You can contact Charles L. Riter directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Charles L. Riter received?
Charles L. Riter's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of South Dakota
- 1966
B.S. Northwestern
University of South Dakota
- 1963

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

South Dakota
Admitted: 1966
U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 1966
U.S. District Court, District of South Dakota
Admitted: 1970
U.S Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit
Admitted: 1973
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1978

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