Atty. Don Petersen
Don Petersen is a lawyer practicing business law, corporate law, estate planning and 1 other area of law. Don received a B.S. degree from University of South Dakota in 1979, and has been licensed for 40 years.
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Don Petersen is a Partner based in Mitchell, South Dakota, practicing at MorganTheeler LLP. They have 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Their practice focuses on estate planning, business, and real estate. Admitted to practice in South Dakota (1986). Educated at University of South Dakota (J.D., 1986) and University of South Dakota (B.S., 1979). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of American Bar Association The State Bar of South Dakota Electric Cooperative Bar Association. Serves clients in Mitchell, SD and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Don Petersen is a lawyer practicing business law, corporate law, estate planning and 1 other area of law
- Don received a B.S. degree from University of South Dakota in 1979, and has been licensed for 40 years
- Don practices at MorganTheeler LLP in Mitchell, SD
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An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
Don Petersen is one of 203,974 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.
Don Petersen is one of 452,854 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in South Dakota →
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
Don Petersen is one of 286,061 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in South Dakota →
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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 Mitchell 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.
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