Eric M. Schlimgen
Schlimgen Law Firm
- Biography
Eric Schlimgen, a Black Hills native has been practicing since 2016 with measurable success. He prides himself on a deep tradition of excellence, ensuring only the highest quality service. Eric understands the challenges and pressure that comes with every case and is here for you, every step of the way.
Dependable, calm, and well spoken, Eric approaches each new case with the attention it needs. Get in touch with him today.
During law school Eric was active on the Moot Court and Trial Team competing in several nation-wide tournaments. While at the University of South Dakota he also obtained a Masters of Public Administration and started a food recovery program which provides weekly meals to the Vermillion food pantry. In his free time he enjoys mountain biking, playing guitar and volunteering.
- Practice Areas
- Divorce
- Collaborative Law, Contested Divorce, Military Divorce, Property Division, Same Sex Divorce, Spousal Support & Alimony, Uncontested Divorce
- Family Law
- Adoption, Child Custody, Child Support, Father’s Rights, Guardianship & Conservatorship, Paternity, Prenups & Marital Agreements, Restraining Orders, Same Sex Family Law
- DUI & DWI
- Cannabis & Marijuana Law
- Marijuana Business Formation, Medical Marijuana
- Criminal Law
- Criminal Appeals, Drug Crimes, Expungement, Fraud, Gun Crimes, Internet Crimes, Sex Crimes, Theft, Violent Crimes
- Domestic Violence
- Domestic Violence Criminal Defense, Domestic Violence Restraining Orders, Victims Rights , Victims Rights
- Landlord Tenant
- Evictions, Housing Discrimination, Landlord Rights, Rent Control, Tenants’ Rights
- Personal Injury
- Animal & Dog Bites, Brain Injury, Car Accidents, Construction Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Premises Liability, Truck Accidents, Wrongful Death
- Collections
- Video Conferencing
- Fees
- Free Consultation
- Credit Cards Accepted
- Contingent Fees
- Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice
- South Dakota
- Since 2016
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- Languages
- English:
Spoken, Written
- Professional Experience
- Owner
- Schlimgen Law Firm
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2020 –
Current
- Associate Attorney
- Clayborne, Loos & Sabers
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2017 –
2020
- Law Clerk
- Unified Judicial System Fourth Judicial Circuit
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2016 –
2017
- Education
- University of South Dakota
- M.A. (2016) | Masters of Public Administration
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2013
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2016 -
- University of South Dakota
- B.A. (2013) | Political Science / Criminal Justice
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2009
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2013 - Honors: Omicron Delta Kappa Honors Society Circle President Who’s Who Amongst American Colleges and Universities Distinction Oneta H. Card Government Cooperation Scholarship University of South Dakota Outstanding Student Leader Award
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- University of South Dakota School of Law
- J.D. (2013)
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2013
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2016 - Honors: Moot Court Society.
- Activities: Women in Law, Environmental Law Group.
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- Awards
- AV Preeminent Rating
- martindale-Hubbel
- 2024
- AV Preeminent: The highest peer rating standard. This rating signifies a large number of the lawyer’s peers rank him or her at the highest level of professional excellence for their legal knowledge, communication skills and ethical standards.
- Client Champion Platinum
- martindale-Hubbel
- 2024
- Client Champion awards recognize those attorneys who excel at service as affirmed by their clients. The awards, based on the quantity and quality of an attorney’s Martindale-Hubbell client reviews, demonstrate an ongoing commitment to delivering excellent client service. Award recipients stand out from their peers with a platinum, gold or silver icon. At least ten reviews and a score of 4.5 or higher.
- Young Lawyer of the Year
- State Bar of South Dakota
- 2023
- Honored to have won the South Dakota Young Lawyer of the Year Award this year at the State Bar of South Dakota convention in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. The Award is given to a lawyer who is under 36 years of age and has less than 10 years of practice.
- Client Champion Platinum
- martindale-Hubbel
- 2023
- At least ten reviews and a score of 4.5 or higher.
- Distinguished Peer Rated for High Professional Achievement
- martindale-Hubbel
- 2023
- Distinguished: An excellent rating for a lawyer with some experience. This rating indicates the attorney is widely respected by their peers for high professional achievement and ethical standards. Schlimgen Law Firm, LLC got this award in 2023
- 40 under 40 Criminal Defense
- National Trial Lawyers Inc
- 2020
- Distinguished Peer Rated for High Professional Achievement
- Martindale-Hubbell
- 2020
- Martindale-Hubbell began in 1868 as one man’s vision to provide business men with the address of “one reliable law firm…in every city in the United States.” From its start as a simple list, Martindale-Hubbell has evolved into a leading global network of over one million lawyers.
- Pro Bono Service Award
- South Dakota State Bar & Access to Justice, Inc
- 2020
- Awarded to lawyers who perform discounted or free legal representation.
- 30 under 30
- University of South Dakota
- 2019
- 30 Under 30 recognizes outstanding young alumni who are making an impact in their professional and personal lives. Achievements are recognized in the areas of professional success, community involvement and/or university engagement.
- 2018 Pro Bono Service Award
- South Dakota State Bar & Access to Justice, Inc
- 2018
- In recognition of taking Pro Bono cases in South Dakota.
- Annual Trust & Wills/Estate Planning Essay Winner
- Costello Porter Law Firm
- 2015
- Professional Associations
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State Bar of South Dakota
 # 4776
- Member
- Current
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- Wyoming State Bar
- Member
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2017 –
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- Pennington County Bar Association
- Member
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2017 –
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- Rapid City Arts Council
- Member
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2018 –
2021 - Activities: The Rapid City Arts Council (RCAC) is a non-profit 501(c)3 organization that manages the Dahl Arts Center under contract by the City of Rapid City. We are one of the oldest and most respected arts councils in South Dakota, incorporated in 1968. The Board of Directors of the Rapid City Arts Council is the elected governing body. It has guided the Arts Council’s operations since 1968. Members are elected for a three-year term and represent arts, education, civic and business sectors within the community.
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- Publications
- “WHAT’S IN A NAME ANYWAY?”: REEVALUATING SOUTH DAKOTA’S CANNABIS STATUTORY SCHEME, South Dakota Law Review, Volume 63 Issue I, 2018
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