Atty. John P. Blackburn
John P. Blackburn is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, criminal defense, general practice and 6 other areas of law.
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About John P. Blackburn at a glance
John P. Blackburn is a probate, criminal defense, estate planning, real estate, and workers comp attorney based in Yankton, South Dakota. They have 58+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1968. Admitted to practice in South Dakota (1968) and Nebraska (1983). Educated at University of South Dakota (J.D., 1968) and University of South Dakota (B.A., 1965). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Yankton, SD and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- John P. Blackburn is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, criminal defense, general practice and 6 other areas of law
- John received a B.A. degree from University of South Dakota in 1965, and has been licensed for 58 years
- John practices in Yankton, SD
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John P. Blackburn's Areas of Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John P. Blackburn handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.
John P. Blackburn is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in South Dakota →
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
John P. Blackburn is one of 214,270 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in South Dakota →
An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
John P. Blackburn is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in South Dakota →
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
John P. Blackburn is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in South Dakota →
Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.
John P. Blackburn is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp 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 Yankton 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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