Eric Michael Schlimgen

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Eric Michael Schlimgen

4.8
27 reviews
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Rating: 9.9

Licensed for 9 years

Child support Lawyer at Spearfish, SD
Practice Areas: Child Support, Adoption, Criminal Defense ... +8 more

611 Dahl Road, Suite 1, Spearfish, SD

About Eric

Biography

Practice Areas

11

Practice Areas

Child Support 15%

15%
Adoption 13%

13%
Alimony 10%

10%
Child Custody 10%

10%
Criminal Defense 10%

10%
Divorce and Separation 10%

10%
Federal Crime 10%

10%
DUI and DWI 7%

7%
Family 5%

5%
Litigation 5%

5%
Personal Injury 5%

5%

Fees and Rates

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Awards

Platinum Client Champion
AV Preeminent Peer Review Rating

Licenses

Licensed in Wyoming for 8 years

State: Wyoming

Acquired: 2017

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in South Dakota for 9 years

State: South Dakota

Acquired: 2016

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Schlimgen Law Firm

611 Dahl Road, Suite 1, Spearfish, SD, 57783

schlimgenlawfirm.com/

Online Presence

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Eric Michael Schlimgen's Reviews

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Posted by Karson | January 23, 2026 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Very Thoughtful and Tactful

Eric Schlimgen has been an outstanding attorney to work with. Victor Management has retained Eric on numerous complicated matters, and his depth of knowledge, responsiveness, and commitment to getting things done right have consistently stood out. He works hard, often in the office on weekends, becau...se he genuinely cares about his clients and their outcomes. Eric is thoughtful, thorough, and relentless in advocating for the best solution. I would highly recommend him to anyone looking for an attorney who is dependable, sharp, and fully invested in his clients’ success.

Posted by Ruth | May 18, 2023 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Quick and Professional

Assisted with setting up wills and provided insight on the process and any family issues that may arise. Responds in a timely manner and very professional.

Posted by Larry | May 17, 2023 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Sioux Replications

Eric was recommended the perfect attorney for my lawsuit, as he was "aggressive" to fight the charge against me. He proved effective in challenging opposing counsel and gave wise advice to consider before the final meeting, which certainly proved valuable. His "poker" dialog with the other side sav...ed me a great deal of money, for which Eric proved to be a God-send. I certainly would suggest Eric for others facing a lawsuit.

Posted by Ahmed | March 28, 2023 | Hired Attorney

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Review of Appreciation

Eric is a professional and friendly attorney. He agreed to help me with my case, even though he had a bus schedule. He gave me his advice and told me about options to work based on. Thank you very much for your support.

Posted by Shane | March 22, 2023 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Great Experience!

Eric helped me with a contract for my small business and I could not recommend his services high enough. Eric was very timely in his responses and it was obvious to me that he cared greatly about my problems. At any point if I had questions about the process he was more than happy to walk me through ...all the details to add clarity until I fully understood. He was extremely knowledgeable and I appreciated the insight he added, he was very helpful in bringing up issues and questions that I hadn't otherwise thought of. I will be using his services the next time it is needed and refer everyone to his law firm.

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Eric Michael Schlimgen's Lawyer Endorsements

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L. Adam Bryson

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 14

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Eric is a very professional and knowledgeable attorney."

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Experience

Rating:  9.9 (Superb)

Honors

2026

Bar Register of Preeminent Lawyers, Martindale-Hubbell®

2025

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2025

Client Champion Platinum, Martindale-Hubbell®

2025

AV Preeminent -- Peer Rated for Highest Professional Excellence, Martindale-Hubbell®

2025

Top 10 Family Law Lawyer Under 40, National Academy Of Family Law Attorneys

2024

Rising Stars, Super Lawyers

2023

Client Champion Award - Gold, Martindale-Hubbell

2023

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2023

2023 Young Lawyer of The Year Award, South Dakota State Bar

2023

Distinguished - Peer Rated for High Professional Achievement, Martindale-Hubbell®

2022

Client Champion Award -- Silver, Martindale-Hubbell

2022

Distinguished - Peer Rated for High Professional Achievement, Martindale-Hubbell®

2022

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2020

40 under 40 Criminal Defense Lawyer, National Trial Lawyers Inc

2019

30 Under 30, University of South Dakota

2018

2018 Pro Bono Service Award, South Dakota State Bar Association & Access 2 Justice, Inc.

2015

Trust & Wills/Estate Planning Essay Winner, Costello Porter Law Firm

2013

Criminal Justice Faculty Appreciation Award, University of South Dakota

2013

Who's Who Amongst American Colleges and Universities, Who's Who Amongst American Colleges and Universities

Work Experience

2020 - Present

Owner, Schlimgen Law Firm

2017 - 2020

Associate, Clayborne, Loos & Sabers

2016 - 2017

Law Clerk Fourth Judicial Circuit South Dakota, Unified Judicial System

Associations

2016 - Present

South Dakota State Bar

Member

2017 - 2020

Pennington County Bar Association

Member

Education

2016

University of South Dakota School of Law

J.D.

2016

University of South Dakota

M.P.A.

2013

University of South Dakota

B.S. Criminal Justice & Political Science

Speaking Engagements

2019

Pennington County Public Defender's Monthly Meeting

Fighting THC cases using South Dakota's current statutory scheme

2019

Pennington County Defense Bar Monthly Meeting

Addressing the juxtaposition in South Dakota's marijuana statutes

Publications

2018

University of South Dakota Law Review “WHAT’S IN A NAME ANYWAY?”: REEVALUATING SOUTH DAKOTA’S CANNABIS STATUTORY SCHEME.

Languages

English

Activity

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