Atty. Gordon D. Swanson

Atty. Gordon D. Swanson

Gordon D. Swanson is a lawyer practicing general practice, trial practice, appellate practice and 6 other areas of law.

Sturgis Sturgis 34 yrs experience 34 year
Call (605) 981-3528 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Gordon D. Swanson at a glance

Gordon D. Swanson is a probate, personal injury, criminal defense, estate planning, and business attorney based in Sturgis, South Dakota. They have 34+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1992. Admitted to practice in South Dakota (1992) and U.S. District Court, District of South Dakota (1994). Educated at University of South Dakota (J.D., 1992) and South Dakota State University (B.A., 1984). Serands clients in Sturgis, SD and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Gordon D. Swanson is a lawyer practicing general practice, trial practice, appellate practice and 6 other areas of law
  • Gordon D. received a B.A. degree from South Dakota State University in 1984, and has been licensed for 34 years
  • Gordon D. practices in Sturgis, SD

Practice Areas Explained

Gordon D. Swanson's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Gordon D. Swanson handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Probate

Gordon D. Swanson is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in South Dakota →

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.

Gordon D. Swanson is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in South Dakota →

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.

Gordon D. Swanson 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.

Gordon D. Swanson 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.

Gordon D. Swanson 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 Sturgis 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 Gordon D. Swanson

Where is Gordon D. Swanson's law office located?
Gordon D. Swanson's law practice is located in Sturgis, South Dakota. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Gordon D. Swanson handle?
Gordon D. Swanson focuses on probate, personal injury, criminal defense, estate planning, business. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in South Dakota.
How long has Gordon D. Swanson practiced law?
Gordon D. Swanson has 34+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1992.
Where did Gordon D. Swanson go to law school?
Gordon D. Swanson earned their education at (J.D., 1992); (B.A., 1984).
How can I contact Gordon D. Swanson for a consultation?
You can contact Gordon D. Swanson 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.

Education

J.D.
University of South Dakota
- 1992
B.A.
South Dakota State University
- 1984

Bar Admissions

South Dakota
Admitted: 1992
U.S. District Court, District of South Dakota
Admitted: 1994

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