Atty. Eric John Nies

Atty. Eric John Nies

Eric John Nies is a lawyer practicing business law, estate planning, probate and 5 other areas of law. Eric received a B.A. degree from University of South Dakota in 2001, and has been licensed for 21 years.

Spearfish Spearfish 21 yrs experience 21 year
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Profile Summary

About Eric John Nies at a glance

Eric John Nies is a Member based in Spearfish, South Dakota, practicing at Nies & Karras, P.C.. They have 21+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2005. Their practice focuses on probate, personal injury, family law, estate planning, and business. Admitted to practice in South Dakota (2005), Wyoming (2006), and North Dakota (2025). Educated at University of South Dakota (J.D., 2005) and University of South Dakota (B.A., 2001). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Serands clients in Spearfish, SD and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Eric John Nies is a lawyer practicing business law, estate planning, probate and 5 other areas of law
  • Eric received a B.A. degree from University of South Dakota in 2001, and has been licensed for 21 years
  • Eric practices at Nies & Karras, P.C. in Spearfish, SD

Practice Areas Explained

Eric John Nies's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Eric John Nies handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Probate

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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.

Eric John Nies is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in South Dakota →

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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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.

Eric John Nies is one of 226,537 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.

Eric John Nies is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business 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 Eric John Nies

Where is Eric John Nies's law office located?
Eric John Nies's law practice is located in Spearfish, South Dakota. The firm is Nies & Karras, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Eric John Nies handle?
Eric John Nies focuses on probate, personal injury, family law, estate planning, business. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in South Dakota.
How long has Eric John Nies practiced law?
Eric John Nies has 21+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2005.
Where did Eric John Nies go to law school?
Eric John Nies earned their education at (J.D., 2005); (B.A., 2001).
How can I contact Eric John Nies for a consultation?
You can contact Eric John Nies 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 Eric John Nies received?
Eric John Nies's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
University of South Dakota
- 2005
B.A.
University of South Dakota
- 2001

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

South Dakota
Admitted: 2005
Wyoming
Admitted: 2006
North Dakota
Admitted: 2025

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