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Your Trusted Legal Partner in Sturgis, SD
Strain Morman Law Firm has served clients in Sturgis, SD, and surrounding areas since 1906, rooted in a commitment to personalized legal counsel. Our seasoned attorneys specialize in trial litigation, personal injury, business transactions, probate, and criminal defense, combining over a century of collective experience with a client-centered approach. We prioritize understanding each client's unique needs while anticipating future legal challenges, offering strategic representation in local, state, and federal courts. Our practice spans civil rights, medical malpractice, real estate disputes, and corporate planning, supported by a legacy of community involvement and professional excellence.We maintain transparency in communication, ensuring clients are informed throughout their cases while delivering cost-effective solutions. Recognized for our trial success, including multimillion-dollar verdicts, we blend aggressive advocacy with ethical standards to protect client interests. Our team's expertise extends to estate planning, helping families navigate probate and asset protection, and advising businesses on compliance and transactions. With a history of mentorship and civic engagement, we continue Dale Morman's founding vision of service, ensuring every client receives dedicated representation tailored to their legal battles.
Services
Trial Litigation
Personal Injury
Business Transactional
Probate & Estate Planning
Real Estate
Tort Action
Criminal Defense
Details
- Year established: 1906
Highlights and features
- We offer over a century of combined legal experience in Sturgis and national courts.
- Our attorneys specialize in trial litigation, personal injury, and business law.
- We maintain a proven track record of multimillion-dollar verdicts and settlements.
- Our team provides personalized attention with a focus on client education.
- We are available 24/7 for urgent legal matters and client consultations.
What people say
Excellent legal advice
Aggressive in pursuing cases
Professional and prompt
Knowledgeable in the field
Kept informed throughout
Services
Trial Litigation
Our trial litigation practice provides strategic counsel for corporate clients, injured individuals, and civil rights cases. We prepare every case for trial while seeking cost-effective resolutions through arbitration or mediation. With decades of courtroom experience, we handle complex disputes in business, medical malpractice, and constitutional violations.
Personal Injury
We represent clients in motor vehicle accidents, premises liability, and assault cases. Our team secures compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain through settlements or jury verdicts. Specializing in catastrophic injury cases, we advocate for victims of negligence in South Dakota and national jurisdictions.
Probate & Estate Planning
Our estate planning attorneys create wills, trusts, and probate strategies to protect assets and family legacies. We guide executors through probate processes while minimizing tax liabilities. Services include trust administration, guardianship, and advanced healthcare directives tailored to individual family needs.
Real Estate
We handle real estate transactions, title disputes, and boundary conflicts for residential and commercial properties. Our services include contract drafting, zoning compliance, and litigation support. We represent buyers, sellers, and lenders in financing and property development matters across South Dakota.
Criminal Defense
Our criminal defense team provides aggressive representation for state and federal charges. We defend clients in DUI, drug offenses, and violent crime cases. With experience in appellate courts, we challenge evidence and negotiate plea agreements while protecting constitutional rights throughout the legal process.
People
Michael Strain
Attorney
Recognized as South Dakota Trial Lawyer of the Year, Michael Strain has tried over 100 cases to verdict. He specializes in civil rights, medical malpractice, and criminal defense, obtaining multimillion-dollar settlements. A Super Lawyer awardee, he lectures nationally on trial advocacy.
Keith R. Smit
Former Partner
Keith Smit practiced law in Sturgis for 43 years, specializing in corporate and probate law. He contributed to community projects like the Sturgis Community Center and mentored attorneys. His tax planning expertise benefited clients in the Black Hills region until his passing in 2021.
Questions
What determines a valid personal injury case?
If someone else's negligence caused your injury, including car accidents, slips, or assaults, you may have a claim.
Can I be charged with DUI without driving?
Yes, physical control of a vehicle while impaired can lead to DUI charges even if not actively driving.
What are the benefits of a living trust?
Living trusts avoid probate, allow asset management during incapacity, and distribute assets directly to beneficiaries after death.
Does the firm handle out-of-state cases?
Yes, through affiliations, we represent clients in federal and state courts nationwide.
