Family Law
Family Law - Child Support
The South Dakota Legislature established guidelines which courts must use to determine that a fair share of parental income and resources is allocated to the child when that child’s parents are...
Family Law - Custody & Visitation
How do I make my South Dakota custody and visitation schedule?
When creating a child visitation schedule in the State of South Dakota, it is important to be aware of the laws governing child...
Family Law - Divorce
A divorce is a legal action that ends a marriage. During a divorce, parties divide assets and debts. It may also provide for spousal support, which is sometimes called alimony. The divorce...
Family Law - Domestic Violence
What is domestic violence?
A pattern of coercive behavior that is used by one person to gain power and control over another, which may include physical violence, threat of violence, sexual,...
Family Law - Guardianship_Conservatorship
What is a Guardianship or Conservatorship?
Guardianships and conservatorships are court-created and court-supervised relationships between two people. In a guardianship a person, called the...
Family Law - Name Change
Who is allowed to change their name?
Many South Dakota residents may change their name following marriage or through divorce proceedings. However, some people wish to change their name for...
Family Law - Parenting Plans
How do I make my SD parenting plan / child custody agreement?
In South Dakota, you can write up your own parenting plan (on your own or with the other parent) or you can work with an attorney...
Family Law - Protection Orders
There are three types of Protection Orders in South Dakota:
Domestic Abuse Protection Order
Stalking Protection Order
Vulnerable Adult Protection Order
South Dakota Protection from...