Atty. Diane Patrick Best

Atty. Diane Patrick Best

Diane Patrick Best is a lawyer practicing water rights, agricultural law, water pollution and 2 other areas of law. Diane received a B.A. degree from South Dakota State in 1979, and has been licensed for 41 years.

Sioux Falls Sioux Falls 41 yrs experience 41 year
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Profile Summary

About Diane Patrick Best at a glance

Diane Patrick Best is an Asst. Atty. Gen. based in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Their practice focuses on environmental, government, and agriculture. Admitted to practice in South Dakota (1985) and Minnesota (1996). Educated at University of South Dakota (J.D., 1985) and South Dakota State (B.A., 1979). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Sioux Falls, SD and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Diane Patrick Best is a lawyer practicing water rights, agricultural law, water pollution and 2 other areas of law
  • Diane received a B.A. degree from South Dakota State in 1979, and has been licensed for 41 years
  • Diane practices in Sioux Falls, SD

Practice Areas Explained

Diane Patrick Best's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Diane Patrick Best handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Environmental Law

Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource law.

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Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

Diane Patrick Best is one of 132,225 government attorneys indexed nationally. Browse government attorneys in South Dakota →

Agricultural Law

Agriculture attorneys for farm operations, ag finance, land use, water rights, and agribusiness.

Diane Patrick Best is one of 4,793 agriculture attorneys indexed nationally. Browse agriculture 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 Sioux Falls 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 Diane Patrick Best

Where is Diane Patrick Best's law office located?
Diane Patrick Best's law practice is located in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Diane Patrick Best handle?
Diane Patrick Best focuses on environmental, government, agriculture. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in South Dakota.
How long has Diane Patrick Best practiced law?
Diane Patrick Best has 41+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1985.
Where did Diane Patrick Best go to law school?
Diane Patrick Best earned their education at (J.D., 1985); (B.A., 1979).
How can I contact Diane Patrick Best for a consultation?
You can contact Diane Patrick Best 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 Diane Patrick Best received?
Diane Patrick Best's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of South Dakota
- 1985
B.A.
South Dakota State
- 1979

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

South Dakota
Admitted: 1985
Minnesota
Admitted: 1996

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