Atty. Gary P. Thimsen

Atty. Gary P. Thimsen

Gary P. Thimsen is a lawyer practicing employment law, insurance defense, aviation and 1 other area of law.

Sioux Falls Sioux Falls 50 yrs experience 50 year
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Profile Summary

About Gary P. Thimsen at a glance

Gary P. Thimsen is a Shareholder based in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, practicing at Woods, Fuller, Shultz & Smith P.C.. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Their practice focuses on employment, civil rights, insurance, and aviation. Admitted to practice in South Dakota (1976). Educated at University of South Dakota (J.D., 1976) and Augustana College (B.S., 1973). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Lawyer Pilot Bar Association Defense Research Institute American Board of Trial Advocates. Serands clients in Sioux Falls, SD and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Gary P. Thimsen is a lawyer practicing employment law, insurance defense, aviation and 1 other area of law
  • Gary P. received a B.S. degree from Augustana College in 1973, and has been licensed for 50 years
  • Gary P. practices at Woods, Fuller, Shultz & Smith P.C. in Sioux Falls, SD

Practice Areas Explained

Gary P. Thimsen's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Gary P. Thimsen handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

Gary P. Thimsen is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in South Dakota →

Civil Rights

Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.

Gary P. Thimsen is one of 70,245 civil rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse civil rights attorneys in South Dakota →

Insurance Law

Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.

Gary P. Thimsen is one of 121,912 insurance attorneys indexed nationally. Browse insurance attorneys in South Dakota →

Aviation Law

Aviation attorneys for aircraft accidents, FAA regulation, pilot defense, and aviation industry matters.

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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 Gary P. Thimsen

Where is Gary P. Thimsen's law office located?
Gary P. Thimsen's law practice is located in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. The firm is Woods, Fuller, Shultz & Smith P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Gary P. Thimsen handle?
Gary P. Thimsen focuses on employment, civil rights, insurance, aviation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in South Dakota.
How long has Gary P. Thimsen practiced law?
Gary P. Thimsen has 50+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1976.
Where did Gary P. Thimsen go to law school?
Gary P. Thimsen earned their education at (J.D., 1976); (B.S., 1973).
How can I contact Gary P. Thimsen for a consultation?
You can contact Gary P. Thimsen 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 Gary P. Thimsen received?
Gary P. Thimsen's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of South Dakota
- 1976
B.S.
Augustana College
- 1973

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

South Dakota
Admitted: 1976

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