Atty. Neil Fulton

Atty. Neil Fulton

Neil Fulton is a lawyer practicing civil rights, trial practice, appellate practice and 1 other area of law. Neil received a B.A. degree from Yale University in 1994, and has been licensed for 29 years.

Vermillion Vermillion 29 yrs experience 29 year
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About Neil Fulton at a glance

Neil Fulton is a Dean based in Vermillion, South Dakota. They have 29+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1997. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, litigation, civil rights, and appellate. Admitted to practice in South Dakota (1997), U.S. District Court, District of South Dakota (1997), U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit (1998), and U.S. Supreme Court (2003). Educated at University of Minnesota (J.D., 1997) and Yale University (B.A., 1994). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Vermillion, SD and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Neil Fulton is a lawyer practicing civil rights, trial practice, appellate practice and 1 other area of law
  • Neil received a B.A. degree from Yale University in 1994, and has been licensed for 29 years
  • Neil practices in Vermillion, SD

Practice Areas Explained

Neil Fulton's Areas of Practice

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

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.

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Civil Litigation

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Civil Rights

Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.

Neil Fulton is one of 70,245 civil rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse civil rights attorneys in South Dakota →

Appellate Practice

Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.

Neil Fulton is one of 86,319 appellate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse appellate 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 Vermillion 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 Neil Fulton

Where is Neil Fulton's law office located?
Neil Fulton's law practice is located in Vermillion, South Dakota. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Neil Fulton handle?
Neil Fulton focuses on criminal defense, litigation, civil rights, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in South Dakota.
How long has Neil Fulton practiced law?
Neil Fulton has 29+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1997.
Where did Neil Fulton go to law school?
Neil Fulton earned their education at (J.D., 1997); (B.A., 1994).
How can I contact Neil Fulton for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Neil Fulton received?
Neil Fulton's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Minnesota
- 1997
B.A.
Yale University
- 1994

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

South Dakota
Admitted: 1997
U.S. District Court, District of South Dakota
Admitted: 1997
U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit
Admitted: 1998
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 2003

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