Atty. James A. Miskimins

Atty. James A. Miskimins

James A. Miskimins is a lawyer practicing general practice, business law, real estate and 6 other areas of law.

Mitchell Mitchell 37 yrs experience 37 year
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About James A. Miskimins at a glance

James A. Miskimins is a Shareholder based in Mitchell, South Dakota, practicing at Taylor & Miskimins, P.C.. They have 37+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1989. Their practice focuses on wills, trusts, probate, criminal defense, and family law. Admitted to practice in South Dakota U.S. District Court, District of South Dakota (1989). Educated at University of Minnesota (J.D., 1988) and South Dakota State University (B.S., 1985). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of State Bar of South Dakota (Member, Bridge the Gap & Pattern Jury Instruction Committees) Davison County Bar Association American Bar Association South Dakota Trial Lawyers Association. Serands clients in Mitchell, SD and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • James A. Miskimins is a lawyer practicing general practice, business law, real estate and 6 other areas of law
  • James A. received a B.S. degree from South Dakota State University in 1985, and has been licensed for 37 years
  • James A. practices at Taylor & Miskimins, P.C. in Mitchell, SD

Practice Areas Explained

James A. Miskimins's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James A. Miskimins handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Wills

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Trusts

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Probate

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Criminal Defense

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Family Law

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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 Mitchell 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 James A. Miskimins

Where is James A. Miskimins's law office located?
James A. Miskimins's law practice is located in Mitchell, South Dakota. The firm is Taylor & Miskimins, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James A. Miskimins handle?
James A. Miskimins focuses on wills, trusts, probate, criminal defense, family law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in South Dakota.
How long has James A. Miskimins practiced law?
James A. Miskimins has 37+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1989.
Where did James A. Miskimins go to law school?
James A. Miskimins earned their education at (J.D., 1988); (B.S., 1985).
How can I contact James A. Miskimins for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has James A. Miskimins received?
James A. Miskimins's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of Minnesota
- 1988
B.S.
South Dakota State University
- 1985

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

South Dakota U.S. District Court, District of South Dakota
Admitted: 1989

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