Atty. James P. Hurley

Atty. James P. Hurley

James P. Hurley is a lawyer practicing trial practice, commercial litigation, insurance bad faith and 5 other areas of law.

Rapid City Rapid City 52 yrs experience 52 year
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Profile Summary

About James P. Hurley at a glance

James P. Hurley is an Attorney based in Rapid City, South Dakota. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Their practice focuses on personal injury, business, bankruptcy, litigation, and insurance. Admitted to practice in South Dakota (1974). Educated at University of South Dakota (J.D., 1974) and South Dakota State University (B.S. South, 1966). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Pennington County and American (President, 1999) Bar Associations State Bar of South Dakota South Dakota Trial Lawyers Association The Association of Trial Lawyers of America. Serands clients in Rapid City, SD and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • James P. Hurley is a lawyer practicing trial practice, commercial litigation, insurance bad faith and 5 other areas of law
  • James P. received a B.S. degree from South Dakota State University in 1966, and has been licensed for 52 years
  • James P. practices in Rapid City, SD

Practice Areas Explained

James P. Hurley's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James P. Hurley 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.

James P. Hurley is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in South Dakota →

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

James P. Hurley is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in South Dakota →

Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

James P. Hurley is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in South Dakota →

Civil Litigation

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

James P. Hurley is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in South Dakota →

Insurance Law

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

James P. Hurley is one of 121,912 insurance attorneys indexed nationally. Browse insurance 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 Rapid City 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 P. Hurley

Where is James P. Hurley's law office located?
James P. Hurley's law practice is located in Rapid City, South Dakota. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James P. Hurley handle?
James P. Hurley focuses on personal injury, business, bankruptcy, litigation, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in South Dakota.
How long has James P. Hurley practiced law?
James P. Hurley has 52+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1974.
Where did James P. Hurley go to law school?
James P. Hurley earned their education at (J.D., 1974); (B.S. South, 1966).
How can I contact James P. Hurley for a consultation?
You can contact James P. Hurley 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 James P. Hurley received?
James P. Hurley's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of South Dakota
- 1974
B.S. South
South Dakota State University
- 1966

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

South Dakota
Admitted: 1974

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