Atty. Thomas J. Von Wald
Background and Experience: TJ Von Wald joined the firm’s Litigation Section in 2012 after practicing with another Sioux Falls law firm for over six years. Before starting in private practice, he clerked for three circuit judges in the First Judicial Circuit of South Dakota.
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Thomas J. Von Wald is a Partner based in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, practicing at Boyce Law Firm, L.L.P.. They have 21+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2005. Their practice focuses on medical malpractice, personal injury, criminal defense, family law, and construction. Admitted to practice in South Dakota (2005) and U.S. District Court, District of South Dakota (2005). Educated at University of South Dakota (J.D., 2004) and University of South Dakota (B.S. University, 2001). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of American Bar Association State Bar of South Dakota South Dakota Trial Lawyers Association American Association for Justice. Serands clients in Sioux Falls, SD and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Background and Experience: TJ Von Wald joined the firm’s Litigation Section in 2012 after practicing with another Sioux Falls law firm for over six years
- Before starting in private practice, he clerked for three circuit judges in the First Judicial Circuit of South Dakota
- Since being admitted to practice law, TJ has developed his litigation practice and successfully tried cases in the courts of South Dakota regarding employment matters, contract disputes, family law matters and criminal defense
- He has also defended numerous claims against contractors and business owners ranging from wage disputes to fraud claims
- TJ has:•Represented Employers and Insurers in all aspects of workers’ compensation matters•Represented plaintiffs and defendants in personal injury claims•Represented clients regarding enforcement of employment agreements and covenants not to compete•Represented employers in various discrimination and sexual harassment claims•Defended various medical malpractice claims against health care providers•Defended nursing home facilities in negligence actions•Represented numerous criminal defendants in federal felony charges•First-chaired jury and court trials throughout South Dakota•Conducted administrative hearings regarding unemployment benefits and wrongful terminations•Drafted appellate briefs to the South Dakota Supreme Court and U.S
- Court of Appeals for the 8th Circuit •Argued to the U.S
- Court of Appeals for the 8th Circuit
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Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.
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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 attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
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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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