Atty. Sharla Svennes

Atty. Sharla Svennes

Sharla Svennes is a lawyer practicing family law, general civil litigation, civil appeals and 10 other areas of law. Sharla received a B.A. degree from University of Sioux Falls in 2009, and has been licensed for 14 years.

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Profile Summary

About Sharla Svennes at a glance

Sharla Svennes is a Partner based in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. They have 14+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2012. Their practice focuses on divorce, child custody, personal injury, family law, and business. Admitted to practice in South Dakota United States Court of Federal Claims (2012). Educated at Chicago-Kent College of Law (J.D., 2012) and University of Sioux Falls (B.A., 2009). Active member of South Dakota Bar Association Second Circuit Bar Association Vaccine Injured Petitioners Bar Association. Serands clients in Sioux Falls, SD and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Sharla Svennes is a lawyer practicing family law, general civil litigation, civil appeals and 10 other areas of law
  • Sharla received a B.A. degree from University of Sioux Falls in 2009, and has been licensed for 14 years
  • Sharla practices in Sioux Falls, SD

Practice Areas Explained

Sharla Svennes's Areas of Practice

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

Divorce

A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.

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Child Custody & Visitation

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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.

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Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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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 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 Sharla Svennes

Where is Sharla Svennes's law office located?
Sharla Svennes's law practice is located in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Sharla Svennes handle?
Sharla Svennes focuses on divorce, child custody, personal injury, family law, business. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in South Dakota.
How long has Sharla Svennes practiced law?
Sharla Svennes has 14+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2012.
Where did Sharla Svennes go to law school?
Sharla Svennes earned their education at (J.D., 2012); (B.A., 2009).
How can I contact Sharla Svennes for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Chicago-Kent College of Law
- 2012
B.A.
University of Sioux Falls
- 2009

Bar Admissions

South Dakota United States Court of Federal Claims
Admitted: 2012

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