Atty. R. Alan Peterson

Atty. R. Alan Peterson

R. Alan Peterson is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, workers compensation, administrative law.

Sioux Falls Sioux Falls 40 yrs experience 40 year
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Profile Summary

About R. Alan Peterson at a glance

R. Alan Peterson is an Attorney based in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. They have 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Their practice focuses on workers comp, litigation, and government. Admitted to practice in South Dakota (1986). Educated at University of South Dakota (J.D., 1986) and Northern State College (B.S., 1973). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Past-Chair, Workers' Compensation Committee, The State Bar of South Dakota. Serands clients in Sioux Falls, SD and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • R. Alan Peterson is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, workers compensation, administrative law
  • R. Alan received a B.S. degree from Northern State College in 1973, and has been licensed for 40 years
  • R. Alan practices in Sioux Falls, SD

Practice Areas Explained

R. Alan Peterson's Areas of Practice

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

Workers Compensation

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

R. Alan Peterson is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in South Dakota →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

R. Alan Peterson is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in South Dakota →

Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

R. Alan Peterson is one of 132,225 government attorneys indexed nationally. Browse government 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 R. Alan Peterson

Where is R. Alan Peterson's law office located?
R. Alan Peterson's law practice is located in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does R. Alan Peterson handle?
R. Alan Peterson focuses on workers comp, litigation, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in South Dakota.
How long has R. Alan Peterson practiced law?
R. Alan Peterson has 40+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1986.
Where did R. Alan Peterson go to law school?
R. Alan Peterson earned their education at (J.D., 1986); (B.S., 1973).
How can I contact R. Alan Peterson for a consultation?
You can contact R. Alan Peterson 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 R. Alan Peterson received?
R. Alan Peterson's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of South Dakota
- 1986
B.S.
Northern State College
- 1973

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

South Dakota
Admitted: 1986

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