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Richard Dale, ADR Attorney in Sioux Falls, South Dakota

Over 48 years of legal practice · focused on ADR, Insurance, and Personal Injury · 4.0/5 rating from 17 verified client reviews

Attorney

Sioux Falls, SD

Practicing adr in Sioux Falls since 1978.

48+
Years practicing
4.0 ★
17 client reviews
5
Bar admissions

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Richard Dale is an attorney based in Sioux Falls, SD. The practice focuses on ADR, Insurance, and Personal Injury. Richard has over 48 years of legal experience. Rated 4.0 out of 5 from 17 client reviews.

Based in
Sioux Falls, SD
Experience
over 48 years
Known for
ADR · Insurance · Personal Injury
  • Handles ADR, Insurance, and Personal Injury matters from Sioux Falls, SD.
  • Over 48 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
  • Recognized with BV Distinguished.

About Richard Dale: Richard Dale is an attorney based in Sioux Falls, SD. The practice focuses on ADR, Insurance, and Personal Injury. Richard has over 48 years of legal experience. Rated 4.0 out of 5 from 17 client reviews.

Areas of practice

Legal matters Richard takes on

Richard concentrates on adr, insurance, and personal injury. Each area below outlines the kind of case Richard handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

ADR cases in Sioux Falls, South Dakota

Richard takes adr matters in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Richard agrees to represent you.

Insurance cases in Sioux Falls, South Dakota

Richard takes insurance matters in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Richard agrees to represent you.

Personal Injury cases in Sioux Falls, South Dakota

Richard takes personal injury matters in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Richard agrees to represent you.

Biography

Meet Richard Dale — adr lawyer in Sioux Falls

Richard Dale is an attorney based in Sioux Falls, SD. The practice focuses on ADR, Insurance, and Personal Injury. Richard has over 48 years of legal experience. Rated 4.0 out of 5 from 17 client reviews.

Richard Dale is a lawyer practicing personal injury litigation, insurance coverage, no-fault arbitration. Richard received a A.B. degree from Boston University in 1974, and has been licensed for 48 years. Richard practices in Sioux Falls, SD.

Richard's approach to adr cases

Richard Dale is a lawyer practicing personal injury litigation, insurance coverage, no-fault arbitration. Richard received a A.B. degree from Boston University in 1974, and has been licensed for 48 years. Richard practices in Sioux Falls, SD.

The kind of cases Richard takes

Richard reviews new inquiries case-by-case for adr, insurance, and personal injury matters in Sioux Falls and the surrounding South Dakota area.

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

  • Cumberland School of Law of Samford University

    J.D. · 1978

  • Boston University

    A.B. · 1974

Jurisdictions

Richard's state bar admissions

  • Minnesota

    1988 · ACTIVE

  • U.S. Supreme Court

    1983 · ACTIVE

  • South Dakota

    1981 · ACTIVE

  • U.S. District Court,

    1980 · ACTIVE

  • Massachusetts

    1978 · ACTIVE

Richard studied at J.D. in Cumberland School of Law of Samford University and A.B. in Boston University.

Law school and academic background

Richard completed J.D. in Cumberland School of Law of Samford University and A.B. in Boston University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Richard runs in South Dakota is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Recognition and thought leadership

Richard has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • BV Distinguished

Legal awards and honors

BV Distinguished.

Affiliations

Richard's professional memberships and bar associations

  • State Bar of South Dakota South Dakota Defense Lawyers Association Minnesota Defense Lawyers Association

    membership

Locations

Richard Dale's office in Sioux Falls

Richard's primary office is at 812 E Justin Dr, Sioux Falls, SD, 57108-4646. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

812 E Justin Dr

Sioux Falls, SD 57108-4646

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Client feedback

Client reviews of Richard Dale — 4.0/5 rating from 17 verified client reviews

Every review below is from a verified client of Richard. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing adr attorneys in Sioux Falls.

4.0

17 client reviews

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Hiring guide

How to hire Richard Dale — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new adr attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Richard usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Richard charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Richard's office.

What to bring to your first meeting

Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Richard will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a adr attorney in Sioux Falls, South Dakota

A short list to run through before you commit: How many adr matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?

Fees & payment

Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Richard

Richard discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in adr practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every adr matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Richard confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Richard's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many adr practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Richard Dale

  • How much does it cost to hire Richard for a adr case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Richard walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does Richard offer a free consultation?

    Richard charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Richard's office. Some adr attorneys offer free consults — check Richard's current terms during booking.

  • How long do adr cases in South Dakota typically take?

    Simple adr matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Richard gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Richard take my case if I'm outside Sioux Falls?

    Richard is licensed in South Dakota. Matters governed by South Dakota law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Richard will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.

  • What should I bring to my first meeting with Richard?

    Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Richard will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Richard accepting new adr clients right now?

    Richard's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

ADR attorneys serving Sioux Falls, Rapid City and Pierre in South Dakota

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