Atty. Michael D. Stevens

Atty. Michael D. Stevens

Michael D. Stevens is a lawyer practicing personal injury, trials, wills and 15 other areas of law.

Yankton Yankton 48 yrs experience 48 year
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Profile Summary

About Michael D. Stevens at a glance

Michael D. Stevens is a Partner based in Yankton, South Dakota, practicing at Blackburn & Stevens, Prof. LLC. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Their practice focuses on wills, trusts, probate, personal injury, and criminal defense. Admitted to practice in South Dakota (1978) and Nebraska (1983). Educated at University of South Dakota (J.D., 1978) and Bethel College (B.A., 1975). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Yankton, SD and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Michael D. Stevens is a lawyer practicing personal injury, trials, wills and 15 other areas of law
  • Michael received a B.A. degree from Bethel College in 1975, and has been licensed for 48 years
  • Michael practices at Blackburn & Stevens, Prof. LLC in Yankton, SD

Practice Areas Explained

Michael D. Stevens's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael D. Stevens handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Wills

Michael D. Stevens is one of 34,541 wills attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wills attorneys in South Dakota →

Trusts

Michael D. Stevens is one of 104,171 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in South Dakota →

Probate

Michael D. Stevens is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in South Dakota →

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.

Michael D. Stevens 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.

Michael D. Stevens is one of 214,270 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense 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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Michael D. Stevens

Where is Michael D. Stevens's law office located?
Michael D. Stevens's law practice is located in Yankton, South Dakota. The firm is Blackburn & Stevens, Prof. LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael D. Stevens handle?
Michael D. Stevens focuses on wills, trusts, probate, personal injury, criminal defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in South Dakota.
How long has Michael D. Stevens practiced law?
Michael D. Stevens has 48+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1978.
Where did Michael D. Stevens go to law school?
Michael D. Stevens earned their education at (J.D., 1978); (B.A., 1975).
How can I contact Michael D. Stevens for a consultation?
You can contact Michael D. Stevens 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 Michael D. Stevens received?
Michael D. Stevens's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of South Dakota
- 1978
B.A.
Bethel College
- 1975

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

South Dakota
Admitted: 1978
Nebraska
Admitted: 1983

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