Atty. James Richard Even

Atty. James Richard Even

James Richard Even is a lawyer practicing personal injury, birth injury, automobile accidents and injuries and 8 other areas of law. James received a B.A. degree from University of Hartford in 1984, and has been licensed for 39 years.

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Profile Summary

About James Richard Even at a glance

James Richard Even is a Member based in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, practicing at Even Law Firm. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on car accidents, medical malpractice, wrongful death, personal injury, and motorcycle. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (1987), Connecticut (1988), U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts (1988), and South Dakota (1989). Educated at Western New England College (J.D., 1987) and University of Hartford (B.A., 1984). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Minnehaha County, Massachusetts and American Bar Associations State Bar of South Dakota South Dakota Trial Lawyers Association The Association of Trial Lawyers of America. Serands clients in Sioux Falls, SD and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • James Richard Even is a lawyer practicing personal injury, birth injury, automobile accidents and injuries and 8 other areas of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from University of Hartford in 1984, and has been licensed for 39 years
  • James practices at Even Law Firm in Sioux Falls, SD

Practice Areas Explained

James Richard Even's Areas of Practice

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

Car Accidents

Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.

James Richard Even is one of 36,807 car accidents attorneys indexed nationally. Browse car accidents attorneys in South Dakota →

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

James Richard Even is one of 49,086 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice attorneys in South Dakota →

Wrongful Death

James Richard Even is one of 31,253 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death 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.

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

Motorcycle Accidents

James Richard Even is one of 11,237 motorcycle attorneys indexed nationally. Browse motorcycle 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 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 James Richard Even

Where is James Richard Even's law office located?
James Richard Even's law practice is located in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. The firm is Even Law Firm. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Richard Even handle?
James Richard Even focuses on car accidents, medical malpractice, wrongful death, personal injury, motorcycle. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in South Dakota.
How long has James Richard Even practiced law?
James Richard Even has 39+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1987.
Where did James Richard Even go to law school?
James Richard Even earned their education at (J.D., 1987); (B.A., 1984).
How can I contact James Richard Even for a consultation?
You can contact James Richard Even 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 Richard Even received?
James Richard Even's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Western New England College
- 1987
B.A.
University of Hartford
- 1984

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Massachusetts
Admitted: 1987
Connecticut
Admitted: 1988
U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts
Admitted: 1988
South Dakota
Admitted: 1989
U.S. District Court, District of Connecticut
Admitted: 1991
U.S. District Court, District of South Dakota
Admitted: 1993
Minnesota
Admitted: 2011

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