Atty. Douglas Patrick Barnett

Atty. Douglas Patrick Barnett

Douglas Patrick Barnett is a lawyer practicing personal injury law, civil practice, criminal law and 1 other area of law. Douglas received a B.S.B.A. degree from University of South Dakota in 1994, and has been licensed for 27 years.

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Profile Summary

About Douglas Patrick Barnett at a glance

Douglas Patrick Barnett is a personal injury, criminal defense, family law, and litigation attorney based in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. They have 27+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1999. Admitted to practice in South Dakota (1999), U.S. District Court, District of South Dakota (1999), and Iowa (2000). Educated at University of South Dakota (J.D., 1999) and University of South Dakota (B.S.B.A. University, 1994). Serands clients in Sioux Falls, SD and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Douglas Patrick Barnett is a lawyer practicing personal injury law, civil practice, criminal law and 1 other area of law
  • Douglas received a B.S.B.A. degree from University of South Dakota in 1994, and has been licensed for 27 years
  • Douglas practices in Sioux Falls, SD

Practice Areas Explained

Douglas Patrick Barnett's Areas of Practice

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

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

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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

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

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Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Douglas Patrick Barnett is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation 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 Douglas Patrick Barnett

Where is Douglas Patrick Barnett's law office located?
Douglas Patrick Barnett's law practice is located in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Douglas Patrick Barnett handle?
Douglas Patrick Barnett focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, family law, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in South Dakota.
How long has Douglas Patrick Barnett practiced law?
Douglas Patrick Barnett has 27+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1999.
Where did Douglas Patrick Barnett go to law school?
Douglas Patrick Barnett earned their education at (J.D., 1999); (B.S.B.A. University, 1994).
How can I contact Douglas Patrick Barnett for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of South Dakota
- 1999
B.S.B.A. University
University of South Dakota
- 1994

Bar Admissions

South Dakota
Admitted: 1999
U.S. District Court, District of South Dakota
Admitted: 1999
Iowa
Admitted: 2000

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