Atty. Joel Alan Arends

Atty. Joel Alan Arends

Joel Alan Arends is a lawyer practicing administrative law, business law, cobra and 13 other areas of law. Joel has been licensed for 19 years.

Sioux Falls Sioux Falls 19 yrs experience 19 year
Call (605) 800-5942 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Joel Alan Arends at a glance

Joel Alan Arends is a Member based in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, practicing at Arends Law, P.C.. They have 19+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2007. Their practice focuses on divorce, wills, probate, personal injury, and family law. Admitted to practice in South Dakota (2007) and Iowa (2015). Educated at University of South Dakota School of Law (JD, 2006). Serands clients in Sioux Falls, SD and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Joel Alan Arends is a lawyer practicing administrative law, business law, cobra and 13 other areas of law
  • Joel has been licensed for 19 years
  • Joel practices at Arends Law, P.C. in Sioux Falls, SD

Practice Areas Explained

Joel Alan Arends's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Joel Alan Arends handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Divorce

A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.

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Wills

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Probate

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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.

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Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

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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 Joel Alan Arends

Where is Joel Alan Arends's law office located?
Joel Alan Arends's law practice is located in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. The firm is Arends Law, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Joel Alan Arends handle?
Joel Alan Arends focuses on divorce, wills, probate, personal injury, family law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in South Dakota.
How long has Joel Alan Arends practiced law?
Joel Alan Arends has 19+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2007.
Where did Joel Alan Arends go to law school?
Joel Alan Arends earned their education at (JD, 2006).
How can I contact Joel Alan Arends for a consultation?
You can contact Joel Alan Arends 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

JD
University of South Dakota School of Law
- 2006

Bar Admissions

South Dakota
Admitted: 2007
Iowa
Admitted: 2015

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