Atty. Paul J. Brankin

Atty. Paul J. Brankin

Paul J. Brankin is a lawyer practicing criminal law.

Rapid City Rapid City 31 yrs experience 31 year
Call (605) 340-0280 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Paul J. Brankin at a glance

Paul J. Brankin is a Dakota Plains Legal Servs. based in Rapid City, South Dakota. They have 31+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1995. Their practice focuses on criminal defense. Admitted to practice in South Dakota (1995) and U.S. District Court, District of South Dakota (1995). Educated at University of South Dakota (J.D., 1994) and DePaul University (B.A., 1974). Serands clients in Rapid City, SD and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Paul J. Brankin is a lawyer practicing criminal law
  • Paul J. received a B.A. degree from DePaul University in 1974, and has been licensed for 31 years
  • Paul J. practices in Rapid City, SD

Practice Areas Explained

Paul J. Brankin's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Paul J. Brankin 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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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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Where is Paul J. Brankin's law office located?
Paul J. Brankin's law practice is located in Rapid City, South Dakota. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Paul J. Brankin handle?
Paul J. Brankin focuses on criminal defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in South Dakota.
How long has Paul J. Brankin practiced law?
Paul J. Brankin has 31+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1995.
Where did Paul J. Brankin go to law school?
Paul J. Brankin earned their education at (J.D., 1994); (B.A., 1974).
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
University of South Dakota
- 1994
B.A.
DePaul University
- 1974

Bar Admissions

South Dakota
Admitted: 1995
U.S. District Court, District of South Dakota
Admitted: 1995

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