Atty. Thomas R. Hensley

Atty. Thomas R. Hensley

Thomas R. Hensley is a lawyer practicing criminal law, dui/dwi, criminal defense and 3 other areas of law.

Sioux Falls Sioux Falls 40 yrs experience 40 year
Call (605) 731-8169 Book Appointment

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About Thomas R. Hensley at a glance

Thomas R. Hensley is a dui/dwi, criminal defense, dv defense, juvenile, and government attorney based in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. They have 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Admitted to practice in South Dakota (1986) and U.S. District Court, District of South Dakota (2006). Educated at University of South Dakota (J.D. Political, 1986) and University of South Dakota (B.S. Political, 1979). Serands clients in Sioux Falls, SD and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Thomas R. Hensley is a lawyer practicing criminal law, dui/dwi, criminal defense and 3 other areas of law
  • Thomas R. received a B.S. degree from University of South Dakota in 1979, and has been licensed for 40 years
  • Thomas R. practices in Sioux Falls, SD

Practice Areas Explained

Thomas R. Hensley's Areas of Practice

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

DUI / DWI Defense

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Criminal Defense

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Domestic Violence Defense

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Juvenile Law

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Government & Administrative Law

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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 Thomas R. Hensley

Where is Thomas R. Hensley's law office located?
Thomas R. Hensley's law practice is located in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Thomas R. Hensley handle?
Thomas R. Hensley focuses on dui/dwi, criminal defense, dv defense, juvenile, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in South Dakota.
How long has Thomas R. Hensley practiced law?
Thomas R. Hensley has 40+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1986.
Where did Thomas R. Hensley go to law school?
Thomas R. Hensley earned their education at (J.D. Political, 1986); (B.S. Political, 1979).
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Education

J.D. Political
University of South Dakota
- 1986
B.S. Political
University of South Dakota
- 1979

Bar Admissions

South Dakota
Admitted: 1986
U.S. District Court, District of South Dakota
Admitted: 2006

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