Atty. Donald D. Richards

Atty. Donald D. Richards

Donald D. Richards is a lawyer practicing general practice, criminal law, real estate and 2 other areas of law.

Spearfish Spearfish 25 yrs experience 25 year
Call (605) 981-3528 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Donald D. Richards at a glance

Donald D. Richards is a criminal defense, estate planning, business, and real estate attorney based in Spearfish, South Dakota. They have 25+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2001. Admitted to practice in South Dakota (2001). Educated at University of South Dakota (J.D. Political, 2000) and University of South Dakota (B.S. Political, 1989). Serands clients in Spearfish, SD and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Donald D. Richards is a lawyer practicing general practice, criminal law, real estate and 2 other areas of law
  • Donald D. received a B.S. degree from University of South Dakota in 1989, and has been licensed for 25 years
  • Donald D. practices in Spearfish, SD

Practice Areas Explained

Donald D. Richards's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Donald D. Richards 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.

Donald D. Richards is one of 214,270 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in South Dakota →

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.

Donald D. Richards is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in South Dakota →

Business & Corporate Law

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

Donald D. Richards is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in South Dakota →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

Donald D. Richards is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate 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 Spearfish 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 Donald D. Richards

Where is Donald D. Richards's law office located?
Donald D. Richards's law practice is located in Spearfish, South Dakota. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Donald D. Richards handle?
Donald D. Richards focuses on criminal defense, estate planning, business, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in South Dakota.
How long has Donald D. Richards practiced law?
Donald D. Richards has 25+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2001.
Where did Donald D. Richards go to law school?
Donald D. Richards earned their education at (J.D. Political, 2000); (B.S. Political, 1989).
How can I contact Donald D. Richards for a consultation?
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Education

J.D. Political
University of South Dakota
- 2000
B.S. Political
University of South Dakota
- 1989

Bar Admissions

South Dakota
Admitted: 2001

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