Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Legal Representation in Aberdeen, SD
Established in 1918, Siegel Barnett & Schutz is one of South Dakota's oldest and most respected law firms. Our attorneys provide skilled representation across a broad spectrum of legal matters, including agricultural law, creditors' rights, employment law, litigation, real estate, criminal law, family law, and mediation services. With a legacy built on excellence in both trial and appellate work, we serve individuals, businesses, health providers, nonprofits, and public entities.Our team combines courtroom advocacy with alternative dispute resolution to prioritize client interests while maintaining a commitment to community service and professional leadership. Licensed in multiple states, we collaborate with attorneys nationwide to deliver comprehensive legal solutions tailored to each client's needs.
Services
Agricultural Law
Creditors Rights
Employment Law
Litigation
Real Estate
Criminal Law
Family Law
Mediation Services
Details
- Year established: 1918
Highlights and features
- We have nearly a century of legal experience serving South Dakota clients.
- Our attorneys are licensed in multiple states including North Dakota and Minnesota.
- We combine courtroom advocacy with alternative dispute resolution methods.
- Our team specializes in niche areas like agricultural law and food processing legal issues.
- We maintain active leadership roles in state and national legal organizations.
Services
Agricultural Law
Our attorneys provide specialized legal counsel for agricultural operations, including farm entity formation, land leases, pesticide liability, and compliance with federal and state agricultural regulations. We represent family farms, food processing ventures, and agribusinesses in litigation and administrative matters, addressing issues like drainage disputes, wetland regulations, and cooperative agreements while protecting clients' interests in zoning and land use cases.
Creditors Rights
We assist creditors in recovering financial assets through bankruptcy proceedings, foreclosure, repossession, and enforcement of security interests. Our practice includes representing clients in assignments for benefit of creditors, reorganization cases, and registration of foreign judgments while helping mitigate financial losses through strategic legal interventions and negotiations.
Employment Law
Our employment law services cover contract disputes, discrimination claims, harassment investigations, and compliance with ERISA regulations. We represent employers and employees in non-compete agreement enforcement, unemployment benefits disputes, and wrongful termination cases, providing both preventive guidance and litigation support in administrative and judicial forums.
Litigation
We handle complex civil and criminal litigation across state and federal courts, including appellate practice, personal injury claims, and medical malpractice defense. Our attorneys combine trial advocacy with alternative dispute resolution methods like arbitration and mediation, addressing cases involving eminent domain, insurance defense, product liability, and professional licensing disputes.
Real Estate Law
Our real estate practice covers property transactions, zoning regulations, and land use disputes for residential and commercial clients. We assist with agricultural leases, conservation easements, environmental compliance, and tax assessment appeals while providing legal support for condominium associations, landlord-tenant conflicts, and real estate contract negotiations.
People
Jeffrey T. Sveen
Attorney
Specializes in agricultural law and litigation, representing clients in farm-related legal matters and complex civil disputes. Licensed in multiple states, he combines courtroom advocacy with practical solutions for Midwest agricultural operations.
Joseph P. Barnett
Attorney
Focuses on creditors' rights and real estate law, handling foreclosure proceedings and property transactions. With decades of experience, he provides strategic legal counsel for businesses and individuals facing financial and property-related challenges.
Rodrick L. Tobin
Attorney
Specializes in employment law and agricultural legal issues, offering compliance guidance and litigation support for workplace disputes. His practice addresses non-compete agreements, personnel policies, and farm entity formation.
Jeremy Lund
Attorney
Concentrates on litigation matters, including personal injury claims and civil rights cases. Licensed in South Dakota, he represents clients in state and federal courts with a focus on achieving favorable settlements and verdicts.
Questions
What areas of law does Siegel, Barnett & Schutz specialize in?
We specialize in agricultural law, creditors' rights, employment law, litigation, real estate, criminal law, family law, and mediation services. Our attorneys handle both traditional and emerging legal issues.
How long has the firm been in operation?
Siegel, Barnett & Schutz was founded in 1918 in Aberdeen, South Dakota, making us one of the state's oldest continuously operating law firms with nearly a century of service.
Do your attorneys practice in multiple states?
Yes, our attorneys are licensed in South Dakota and several other states including North Dakota, Minnesota, Montana, and Alaska. We also collaborate with out-of-state attorneys when needed.
What alternative dispute resolution methods do you offer?
We utilize mediation and arbitration to resolve cases outside court when beneficial for clients, while maintaining strong trial advocacy capabilities for cases requiring courtroom representation.
