Michael Dean Bornitz
also known as Michael Bornitz, Mike Bornitz
About Michael
Biography
Mike has been selected as the South Dakota Trial Lawyer of the Year for 2020 by the South Dakota Trial Lawyers Association. The annual honor is reserved exclusively for the most respected trial lawyers who demonstrate high ethical standards, a commitment to upholding and maintaining the jury trial system, and have achieved success in litigation. Mike was raised to work hard and stand up for people who need help. He represents people and small businesses who have been injured and mistreated, often by insurance companies. He focuses on litigation in the areas of personal injury, insurance bad faith, products liability, wrongful death, worker’s compensation, and in business and estate litigation. He has tried dozens of cases in state and federal courts and administrative agencies in South Dakota, Minnesota, Iowa and Nebraska, and argued many cases before the South Dakota Supreme Court and the Eighth Circuit Court of Appeals. Mike is an aggressive and tireless advocate for his clients. He has obtained substantial settlements and judgments, recovering millions of dollars for his clients by helping to enforce safety rules and holding those who break them accountable. The article discussing the 2020 Trial Lawyer of the Year award can be found at: ?uri=urn:aaid:scds:US:9c15e50f-66cb-4845-a357-d8581e5ad4db. He has been named to the list of Great Plains Super Lawyers, which lists the top 5 percent of lawyers in South Dakota, North Dakota, Iowa and Nebraska. Mike is a native of Yankton, South Dakota. He was interviewed by the Yankton Daily Press & Dakotan and discussed how his Yankton roots helped lead to his success in the courtroom. The article can be found at: ?rct=j&sa=t&url=&ct=ga&cd=CAEYACoTODEzNzYwODI5NjIzMTc3MDQ5NzIaZWM2OTAxMzc5NjRhODMzMDpjb&usg=AFQjCNGbKDJICQt-gDrAXsa40NTNo920Mg
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
33%-40%
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in South Dakota for 29 years
State: South Dakota
Acquired: 1996
No misconduct found
Licensed in Nebraska for 26 years
State: Nebraska
Acquired: 1999
No misconduct found
Location
Cutler Law Firm, LLP
140 N. Phillips Ave., 4th Floor, Sioux Falls, SD, 57101-1400
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Michael Dean Bornitz's Reviews
Avvo Review Score
4 Client Reviews
Showing 1 - 1 of 1 review | Motorcycle Accident
Posted by Darryl | October 30, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Motorcycle Accident
Motorcycle accident
I was in a motorcycle accident. Mike guided me through the process fairly and with great judgement and timing in my opinion. He was personable, yet firm. He offered guidance not direction which made him ethically sound in my opinion. Without Mike's guidance, I would have not been able to recover eve...
Michael Dean Bornitz's Lawyer Endorsements
"With decades of experience opposing Michael in a variety of client matters I have come to respect his advocacy, his loyalty, and his dedication to his clients. He is an exceptional trial lawyer. He has earned my respect. I always know that when I am working with Michael, I am working with a straight-shooter who upholds the best of our profession."
"Mike is extremely sharp and hard-working. One of his best attributes, however, is the fact that he is constantly researching and looking for ways to help his clients and improve their chances of recovering for their injuries."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mike has a great reputation. He is a fierce litigator and trial attorney. He has had great success for his clients. Very personable. Gets along well with other lawyers. A lawyers lawyer."
"Mike is one of the outstanding trial lawyers in South Dakota. Mike gets great results for his clients."
"Outstanding lawyer and advocate. Truly among the best!"
"I have known Mike since college. He is a wonderful lawyer with a stellar reputation. He is not afraid to take on tough cases and fight passionately for the rights of his clients."
"Mike is an outstanding trial lawyer of exceptional character. He is experienced, ethical and great in the courtroom."
"Mike works tirelessly to ensure those that are injured have the best representation. He has long record of success because of his meticulous preparation, detailed knowledge of the law, and unparalleled dedication to his clients case. Moreover, Mike has a passion for his job that is second to none."
"I endorse this lawyer."
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Experience
Honors
2020
Great Plains Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2020
South Dakota Trial Lawyer of the Year, South Dakota Trial Lawyers Association
2018
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2016
Member, Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum
Work Experience
2000 - Present
Partner, Cutler Law Firm
1997 - 2000
Associate, James & Associates
1996 - 1997
Law Clerk, Law Clerk, 5th Judicial Circuit
Associations
2016 - Present
Iowa Association for JusticeMember
2011 - Present
American Association for JusticeMember
2000 - Present
Second Circuit State Bar AssociationMember
2000 - Present
South Dakota Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
1999 - Present
Nebraska State Bar AssociationMember
1997 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
1997 - Present
South Dakota State BarMember
Sample of Legal Cases
$4,750,000
$2,100,000
$1,500,000
$1,900,000
$1,100,000
$1,000,000
Education
1996
JD
1996
Master of Public Administration
1992
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2019
2012
Estate Litigation
2012
Landlord-Tenant Law
Publications
2018
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Is there any exceptions to the statute of limitations for medical malpractice?
16 Mar 2021
Will I be compensated enough to at least put a down payment on a vehicle ?
20 Sep 2018
Can I be pulled over in South Dakota because my license plate light is burnt out?
10 Aug 2018