Atty. William A. May
William A. May is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, plaintiffs personal injury, insurance litigation and 6 other areas of law.
Civil Litigation & More Attorney · Serving Rapid City, SD · 39+ Years Experience
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About William A. May at a Glance
William A. May is a Black Hills Surgery Ctr., LLP based in Rapid City, South Dakota. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on personal injury, business, tbi/sci, litigation, and health care. Admitted to practice in South Dakota (1987) and U.S. District Court, District of South Dakota and U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit (1988). Educated at University of South Dakota (J.D., 1987) and Black Hills State College (B.S., 1983). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Rapid City, SD and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About William A. May
- William A. May is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, plaintiffs personal injury, insurance litigation and 6 other areas of law
- William A. received a B.S. degree from Black Hills State College in 1983, and has been licensed for 39 years
- William A. practices in Rapid City, SD
Practice Areas Explained
William A. May's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases William A. May handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Rapid City.
Personal Injury in Rapid City
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.
William A. May is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in South Dakota →
Business & Corporate Law in Rapid City
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
William A. May is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in South Dakota →
Brain & Spinal Cord Injury in Rapid City
William A. May is one of 10,159 tbi/sci attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tbi/sci attorneys in South Dakota →
Civil Litigation in Rapid City
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
William A. May is one of 450,750 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in South Dakota →
Health Care Law in Rapid City
Health care attorneys for HIPAA, Medicare, Medicaid, regulatory compliance, and medical licensing matters.
William A. May is one of 66,157 health care attorneys indexed nationally. Browse health care attorneys in South Dakota →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Rapid City
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 Rapid City 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.
Rapid City Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Rapid City-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Rapid City Choose William A. May
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish William A. May's practice in the field of personal injury, business, tbi/sci, litigation, and health care.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
William A. May brings 39+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in South Dakota and U.S. District Court, District of South Dakota and U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit, William A. May can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering personal injury, business, and tbi/sci, William A. May can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Rapid City
A Rapid City-based practice means William A. May attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues William A. May Handles in Rapid City
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters William A. May has experience with under South Dakota law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact William A. May directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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