Atty. Richard L. Travis

Atty. Richard L. Travis

Richard L. Travis is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, insurance defense, workers compensation defense and 2 other areas of law.

Sioux Falls Sioux Falls 46 yrs experience 46 year
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Profile Summary

About Richard L. Travis at a glance

Richard L. Travis is a Member based in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, practicing at May & Johnson, P.C.. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Their practice focuses on personal injury, workers comp, litigation, and insurance. Admitted to practice in South Dakota (1980) and U.S. District Court, District of South Dakota (1980). Educated at University of South Dakota (J.D., 1980) and University of South Dakota (B.S., 1976). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Sioux Falls, SD and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Richard L. Travis is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, insurance defense, workers compensation defense and 2 other areas of law
  • Richard L. received a B.S. degree from University of South Dakota in 1976, and has been licensed for 46 years
  • Richard L. practices at May & Johnson, P.C. in Sioux Falls, SD

Practice Areas Explained

Richard L. Travis's Areas of Practice

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

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.

Richard L. Travis is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in South Dakota →

Workers Compensation

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

Richard L. Travis 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.

Richard L. Travis is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in South Dakota →

Insurance Law

Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.

Richard L. Travis is one of 121,912 insurance attorneys indexed nationally. Browse insurance 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 Richard L. Travis

Where is Richard L. Travis's law office located?
Richard L. Travis's law practice is located in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. The firm is May & Johnson, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Richard L. Travis handle?
Richard L. Travis focuses on personal injury, workers comp, litigation, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in South Dakota.
How long has Richard L. Travis practiced law?
Richard L. Travis has 46+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1980.
Where did Richard L. Travis go to law school?
Richard L. Travis earned their education at (J.D., 1980); (B.S., 1976).
How can I contact Richard L. Travis for a consultation?
You can contact Richard L. Travis 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 Richard L. Travis received?
Richard L. Travis's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of South Dakota
- 1980
B.S.
University of South Dakota
- 1976

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

South Dakota
Admitted: 1980
U.S. District Court, District of South Dakota
Admitted: 1980

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