Atty. John S. Dorsey

Atty. John S. Dorsey

John S. Dorsey is a lawyer practicing personal injury, premises liability, negligence and 3 other areas of law.

Rapid City Rapid City 40 yrs experience 40 year
Call (605) 646-3894 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About John S. Dorsey at a glance

John S. Dorsey is a Managing Partner based in Rapid City, South Dakota, practicing at Whiting, Hagg & Dorsey Prof. LLP. They have 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Their practice focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, workers comp, federal crimes, and slip & fall. Admitted to practice in South Dakota (1986), South Dakota (1986), and U.S. District Court, District of South Dakota and U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit U.S. Supreme (1988). Educated at University of South Dakota (J.D., 1986) and University of South Dakota (B.S., 1983). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of State Bar of South Dakota American Bar Association South Dakota Trial Lawyers Association The Association of Trial Lawyers of America and Certified Civil Trial Advocate, National Board of Trial Advocacy. Serands clients in Rapid City, SD and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • John S. Dorsey is a lawyer practicing personal injury, premises liability, negligence and 3 other areas of law
  • John received a B.S. degree from University of South Dakota in 1983, and has been licensed for 40 years
  • John practices at Whiting, Hagg & Dorsey Prof. LLP in Rapid City, SD

Practice Areas Explained

John S. Dorsey's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John S. Dorsey 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.

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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 S. Dorsey is one of 214,270 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in South Dakota →

Workers Compensation

Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

John S. Dorsey is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in South Dakota →

Federal Crimes

John S. Dorsey is one of 6,773 federal crimes attorneys indexed nationally. Browse federal crimes attorneys in South Dakota →

Slip & Fall / Premises Liability

John S. Dorsey is one of 29,473 slip & fall attorneys indexed nationally. Browse slip & fall 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 John S. Dorsey

Where is John S. Dorsey's law office located?
John S. Dorsey's law practice is located in Rapid City, South Dakota. The firm is Whiting, Hagg & Dorsey Prof. LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John S. Dorsey handle?
John S. Dorsey focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, workers comp, federal crimes, slip & fall. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in South Dakota.
How long has John S. Dorsey practiced law?
John S. Dorsey has 40+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1986.
Where did John S. Dorsey go to law school?
John S. Dorsey earned their education at (J.D., 1986); (B.S., 1983).
How can I contact John S. Dorsey for a consultation?
You can contact John S. Dorsey 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 S. Dorsey received?
John S. Dorsey's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of South Dakota
- 1986
B.S.
University of South Dakota
- 1983

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

South Dakota
Admitted: 1986
South Dakota
Admitted: 1986
U.S. District Court, District of South Dakota and U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit U.S. Supreme
Admitted: 1988

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