Atty. Tom Nicholson

Atty. Tom Nicholson

Tom Nicholson is a lawyer practicing litigation, construction law, business / corporation / real estate law/ contracts and 3 other areas of law. Tom received a B.S. degree from University of South Dakota in 1973, and has been licensed for 47 years.

Sioux Falls Sioux Falls 47 Years Experience 47 year
Call (605) 789-3757

Profile Summary

About Tom Nicholson at a glance

Tom Nicholson is a Member based in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, practicing at Nicholson & Nicholson Law. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Their practice focuses on divorce, probate, wrongful death, real estate, and construction. Admitted to practice in South Dakota (1979) and U.S. District Court, District of South Dakota, U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit and U.S. Suprem (1979). Educated at University of South Dakota (J.D., 1978) and University of South Dakota (B.S., 1973). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Sioux Falls, SD and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Tom Nicholson is a lawyer practicing litigation, construction law, business / corporation / real estate law/ contracts and 3 other areas of law
  • Tom received a B.S. degree from University of South Dakota in 1973, and has been licensed for 47 years
  • Tom practices at Nicholson & Nicholson Law in Sioux Falls, SD

Practice Areas Explained

Tom Nicholson's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Tom Nicholson 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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Probate

Tom Nicholson is one of 115,645 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in South Dakota →

Wrongful Death

Tom Nicholson is one of 28,053 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death attorneys in South Dakota →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

Tom Nicholson is one of 286,061 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in South Dakota →

Construction Law

Tom Nicholson is one of 36,357 construction attorneys indexed nationally. Browse construction 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 venue, 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 Tom Nicholson

Where is Tom Nicholson's law office located?
Tom Nicholson's law practice is located in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. The firm is Nicholson & Nicholson Law. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Tom Nicholson handle?
Tom Nicholson focuses on divorce, probate, wrongful death, real estate, construction. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in South Dakota.
How long has Tom Nicholson practiced law?
Tom Nicholson has 47+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1979.
Where did Tom Nicholson go to law school?
Tom Nicholson earned their education at (J.D., 1978); (B.S., 1973).
How can I contact Tom Nicholson for a consultation?
You can contact Tom Nicholson 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 Tom Nicholson received?
Tom Nicholson's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of South Dakota
- 1978
B.S.
University of South Dakota
- 1973

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

South Dakota
Admitted: 1979
U.S. District Court, District of South Dakota, U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit and U.S. Suprem
Admitted: 1979

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