Atty. John A. Schlimgen

Atty. John A. Schlimgen

John A. Schlimgen is a lawyer practicing criminal law, commercial litigation, personal injury.

Sioux Falls Sioux Falls 45 yrs experience 45 year
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Profile Summary

About John A. Schlimgen at a glance

John A. Schlimgen is a personal injury, criminal defense, business, and litigation attorney based in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Admitted to practice in South Dakota (1981). Educated at University of South Dakota (J.D., 1981) and University of South Dakota (B.A., 1971). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Sioux Falls, SD and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • John A. Schlimgen is a lawyer practicing criminal law, commercial litigation, personal injury
  • John A. received a B.A. degree from University of South Dakota in 1971, and has been licensed for 45 years
  • John A. practices in Sioux Falls, SD

Practice Areas Explained

John A. Schlimgen's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John A. Schlimgen 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.

John A. Schlimgen 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.

John A. Schlimgen is one of 214,270 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in South Dakota →

Business & Corporate Law

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

John A. Schlimgen is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in South Dakota →

Civil Litigation

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

John A. Schlimgen is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation 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 John A. Schlimgen

Where is John A. Schlimgen's law office located?
John A. Schlimgen's law practice is located in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John A. Schlimgen handle?
John A. Schlimgen focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, business, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in South Dakota.
How long has John A. Schlimgen practiced law?
John A. Schlimgen has 45+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1981.
Where did John A. Schlimgen go to law school?
John A. Schlimgen earned their education at (J.D., 1981); (B.A., 1971).
How can I contact John A. Schlimgen for a consultation?
You can contact John A. Schlimgen 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 John A. Schlimgen received?
John A. Schlimgen's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of South Dakota
- 1981
B.A.
University of South Dakota
- 1971

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

South Dakota
Admitted: 1981

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