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Ellery Grey is an experienced South Dakota criminal defense attorney who practices in both federal and state court. In his nearly ten years of practice he has defended clients against nearly every type of criminal accusation, including: allegations of attempted murder, white collar crime, arson, rape, aggravated assault, DUI, and drug charges. Mr. Grey is recognized for his abilities in the courtroom, and in particular, before a jury.
Mr. Grey believes that the highest calling for any lawyer is to defend the liberty of a person who is accused of a crime. He has devoted himself and his firm to providing the very best protection for both the client and the constitutional principles of the presumption of innocence and the right to trial by jury.
Prior to going into private practice, Mr. Grey worked as an Assistant Public Defender in the Pennington County Public Defenders Office where he handled virtually every type of criminal case.
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21 years | 2,500 cases
21 years
Free Consultation
$0 first 15 minutes
State: South Dakota
Acquired: 2004
No misconduct found
909 St. Joseph St., Floor 10, Rapid City, SD, 57701
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Posted by Kevin | October 5, 2015 | Hired Attorney
I hired Mr. Grey and found him to be professional and most helpful. He took my case told me all of my options and then I made the decision to proceed with Mr. Grey's help . The communication was the best that I have ever had with a lawyer or law firm. Either Mr. Grey or his associates contacted me fr...
Posted by Kevin | September 6, 2015 | Hired Attorney
Mr. Grey called me within 15 minutes of my inquiry. He was very helpful in explaining my options for my particular case. After reviewing all options and receiving a price quote I elected to retain Mr. Grey and his firm to represent me.
"Ellery is passionate about his work and does a fantastic job. As opposing counsel, he was always respectful and made valid arguments. If he made the argument, he had the authority to back it up."
"Ellery provides first class legal representation. As an experienced defense attorney, he knows the ins and outs of the legal system and will work tirelessly to ensure excellent representation for all his clientele."
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2024
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2023
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2022
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2021
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2020
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2019
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2018
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2016
BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2014
Board Certified, National Board of Trial Advocacy
2012 - Present
Attorney, Grey Law Office
2005 - 2012
Associate, Rensch Law Office
2004 - 2005
Attorney, Pennington County Public Defender
2013 - Present
National Board of Trial AdvocacyBoard Certified Criminal Defense Lawyer
2012 - Present
National Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
2012 - Present
South Dakota Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
2010 - Present
Federal Criminal Justice Act Panel Selection CommittieChairman
2004 - Present
Black Hills Criminal Defense BarPresident
Conviction reversed
2004
JD - Juris Doctor
2014
Sixth Amendment Right to Confrontation in Child Sex Abuse Cases
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