Atty. Lee R. Burd

Atty. Lee R. Burd

Lee R. Burd is a lawyer practicing divorce, custody, adoption and 1 other area of law.

Sioux Falls Sioux Falls 55 yrs experience 55 year
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Profile Summary

About Lee R. Burd at a glance

Lee R. Burd is a Member based in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, practicing at Burd Law Office. They have 55+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1971. Their practice focuses on divorce, child custody, family law, and adoption. Admitted to practice in South Dakota (1971), U.S. District Court, District of South Dakota (1971), U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit (1981), and U.S. Supreme Court (1982). Educated at University of South Dakota J.D. (—) and University of South Dakota B.A. (—). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Second Judicial Circuit, Minnehaha County and American Bar Associations State Bar of South Dakota. Serands clients in Sioux Falls, SD and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Lee R. Burd is a lawyer practicing divorce, custody, adoption and 1 other area of law
  • Lee R. received a B.A. degree from University of South Dakota, and has been licensed for 55 years
  • Lee R. practices at Burd Law Office in Sioux Falls, SD

Practice Areas Explained

Lee R. Burd's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Lee R. Burd 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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Child Custody & Visitation

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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.

Lee R. Burd is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in South Dakota →

Adoption

Lee R. Burd is one of 15,997 adoption attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adoption 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 Lee R. Burd

Where is Lee R. Burd's law office located?
Lee R. Burd's law practice is located in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. The firm is Burd Law Office. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Lee R. Burd handle?
Lee R. Burd focuses on divorce, child custody, family law, adoption. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in South Dakota.
How long has Lee R. Burd practiced law?
Lee R. Burd has 55+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1971.
Where did Lee R. Burd go to law school?
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How can I contact Lee R. Burd for a consultation?
You can contact Lee R. Burd 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 Lee R. Burd received?
Lee R. Burd's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

University of South Dakota J.D.
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University of South Dakota B.A.
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Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

South Dakota
Admitted: 1971
U.S. District Court, District of South Dakota
Admitted: 1971
U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit
Admitted: 1981
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1982

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