Eric M. Schlimgen

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.

University of South Dakota

M.A. (2016) | Masters of Public Administration

2013 - 2016

University of South Dakota

B.A. (2013) | Political Science / Criminal Justice

2009 - 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

University of South Dakota School of Law

J.D. (2013)

2013 - 2016

Honors: Moot Court Society.

Activities: Women in Law, Environmental Law Group.

Owner

Schlimgen Law Firm

2020 - Current

Associate Attorney

Clayborne, Loos & Sabers

2017 - 2020

Law Clerk

Unified Judicial System Fourth Judicial Circuit

2016 - 2017

“WHAT’S IN A NAME ANYWAY?”: REEVALUATING SOUTH DAKOTA’S CANNABIS STATUTORY SCHEME, South Dakota Law Review, Volume 63 Issue I, 2018

Lecturer on intricacies of South Dakota's juxtaposed marijuana statutes, Rapid City

February 20, 2019

Pennington County Public Defender's Officer

The Pennington County Public Defender's Officer has a monthly lecture series on developments in the area of Criminal Defense. I was the speaker regarding the defense of marijuana cases, specifically regarding the discrepancies in South Dakota's current statutes as two definitions of marijuana apply--choosing the right definition is the difference between a felony and misdemeanor.

Lecturer on intricacies of South Dakota's juxtaposed marijuana statutes, Rapid City

February 13, 2019

Pennington County Defense Bar

The Pennington County Defense Bar is a collection of attorneys who meet for the purpose of advancing the practice of Criminal Defense. I spoke on the topic of the discrepancies of South Dakota's Marijuana Statutes related to my Law Review Article.

Take Back the Night Foundation, Panelist on forum for dating and domestic violence, Black Hills State University

November 2, 2017

Take Back The Night; Black Hills State University

Gold Client Champion

martindale-Hubbel

2023

Distinguished Peer Rated for High Professional Achievement

Martindale-Hubbel

2023

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.

40 under 40 Criminal Defense

National Trial Lawyers Inc

2020

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.

State Bar of South Dakota  # 4776

Member

Current

Wyoming State Bar

Member

2017 - Current

Pennington County Bar Association

Member

2017 - Current

Rapid City Arts Council

Member

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.

South Dakota

Since 2016

Wyoming

Since 2017

Federal Circuit

Since 2017

• Credit Cards Accepted
• Contingent Fees

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

Traffic Tickets

Suspended License

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