team-member

Scott Swier

Avon, SD

Licensed for 24 years

Law Degree

Awards

Primary Practice Area

Business

Language

English

About

 Scott Swier is the Founder and Managing Member of Swier Law Firm. He also leads the law firm's Business Litigation Practice Group and Education Law Practice Group.Scott is a recognized authority in state and federal legal matters. While serving in private legal practice and as Assistant Attorney General for the State of South Dakota, he has represented individuals, businesses, and government entities before state and federal trial courts, state and federal appellate courts, and state and federal regulatory agencies.As Assistant Attorney General, Scott served as counsel for the State of South Dakota in many high-profile cases and his clients included the Governor's Office, the Attorney General's Office, the Secretary of State's Office, the Department of Education, the Department of Revenue and Regulation, the Department of the Environment and Natural Resources, and the South Dakota Commission on Gaming. Scott is also well-versed in the South Dakota legislative process, having coordinated legislative initiatives on behalf of the Attorney General's Office.Scott is a highly sought-after author and speaker on legal and legislative topics for state agencies, constitutional offices, and professional organizations, including the South Dakota State Medical Association, the South Dakota Pharmacists Association, the South Dakota Association of County Commissioners, the South Dakota Association of County Officials, theSouth Dakota Municipal League, the South Dakota State's Attorney's Association, the Associated School Boards of South Dakota, and the School Administrators of South Dakota.Scott is an adjunct professor at the University of South Dakota School of Law where he teaches the popular "Education and the Law" course. He is also the author of numerous legal publications on the topics of estate planning, automobile and motorcycle accidents, school law, scientific evidence, and business law. Scott's book, The South Dakota School Law Deskbook, is considered the premier resource for every school administrator, school board member, and school attorney in the state. In January 2015, Scott was featured on the cover of Sioux Falls BizNOW Magazine.Scott earned his Bachelor of Arts degree, magna cum laude, from Mount Marty College in Yankton. He earned his Juris Doctor from the University of South Dakota School of Lawwhere he served on the Board of Editors for the South Dakota Law Review.

Practices Areas

Estate Planning

Business

Education Law

Language

English

Contact

Swier Law Firm, Prof. LLC202 N. Main StreetAvon, SD, 57315202 N. Main StreetAvon, SD, 57315

Office: N/A

Website: N/A

Reviews

Beth
February 20, 2020

Scott is an amazing attorney. After I lost my husband he helped me with a lot of life changes. His caring and compassion was more than I ever expected. I can’t thank him enough for everything he did tie me.

Joshua
November 21, 2019

I sat through 3 days of lecture I’ve by Mr Swier and was in awe the entire time. I loved his passion for what he does and his knowledge of his practice. I learned so much. Thank you Mr Swier for taking time out of your busy schedule and spending it with we Wesleyan students.

Brian
May 30, 2019

Scott Swier took the time to listen to my personal situation and needs and then explained the law and how it applied to my last will, living will and dynasty trust. He then rendered sound legal advice at a very reasonable rate, answered all of my follow on questions promptly and with ease, produced the documents I needed to sign and ensured his awesome staff was there to assist me in any way necessary. Mr. Swier is a very personable and highly competent attorney. He and his staff were a joy to work with and I have great confidence in their capabilities. I feel certain that I can sleep well having chosen him and I recommend him and his firm highly.

Sue
March 4, 2019

Mr. Swier was very helpful and gracious answering our questions and addressing our concerns. He reassured us that he would be able to help us with our case and gave us relief from the pressure of the situation.

Cassie
June 16, 2017

Scott listened to everything we had to tell him and took it very seriously. His connections and personality are admirable. He is very personable and cares about your well being. I can't thank him enough for everything.

anonymous
May 16, 2017

Mr. Swier provided authoritative, compassionate, and timely support in response to my situation. I chose him for his high ethical standards, as well as his demonstrated expertise in legal fields of relevance to my case, and have not been disappointed in the slightest. I give him my very highest recommendation.

Ken
May 9, 2017

I live in Cairo Egypt, so when my exwife and I decided to get a divorce, I had not idea how difficult this would be. The exwife left me with the task, but thankfully I found Scott Swier. I'll never be able to thank Scott and his firm enough for being so dedicate and patient. I can now move on in my life. So appreciative to the Scott Swier firm.

Kelly
May 1, 2017

He replied to my question on his site within hours. I am a professional and had a subpoena very soon, so Scott spent time over the weekend on my case. In the end, Scott was able to help me protect the confidentiality of children who were counting on me to do that. Scott is empathetic and it's clear he wants to make sure when he speaks for his clients that he understands what they are wanting to have communicated to the Court. I am extremely satisfied and would use Scott again if a situation arose. His staff is excellent in the same authentic, caring manner. I can't say enough about Swier Law Firm. Kelly Ritzman, Licensed Professional Counselor-Mental Health

anonymous
December 19, 2016

I worked with Scott on my estate planning and was very pleased with the outcome. He helped me determine my exact needs without pressuring me into choices. He took his time talking with me but finished the work very timely. I appreciate the peace of mind knowing my family will be protected!

anonymous
March 14, 2013

Scott was very informative and explained all of the options available to us. Scott made sure we clearly understood the choices we had and he is so personable. He made us feel very comfortable and unafraid to ask questions. Scott has an amaizng understanding of law and is able to convey in laymans terms that knowledge to his clients.

Beth
February 20, 2020

Scott is an amazing attorney. After I lost my husband he helped me with a lot of life changes. His caring and compassion was more than I ever expected. I can’t thank him enough for everything he did tie me.

Joshua
November 21, 2019

I sat through 3 days of lecture I’ve by Mr Swier and was in awe the entire time. I loved his passion for what he does and his knowledge of his practice. I learned so much. Thank you Mr Swier for taking time out of your busy schedule and spending it with we Wesleyan students.

Brian
May 30, 2019

Scott Swier took the time to listen to my personal situation and needs and then explained the law and how it applied to my last will, living will and dynasty trust. He then rendered sound legal advice at a very reasonable rate, answered all of my follow on questions promptly and with ease, produced the documents I needed to sign and ensured his awesome staff was there to assist me in any way necessary. Mr. Swier is a very personable and highly competent attorney. He and his staff were a joy to work with and I have great confidence in their capabilities. I feel certain that I can sleep well having chosen him and I recommend him and his firm highly.

Sue
March 4, 2019

Mr. Swier was very helpful and gracious answering our questions and addressing our concerns. He reassured us that he would be able to help us with our case and gave us relief from the pressure of the situation.

Cassie
June 16, 2017

Scott listened to everything we had to tell him and took it very seriously. His connections and personality are admirable. He is very personable and cares about your well being. I can't thank him enough for everything.

anonymous
May 16, 2017

Mr. Swier provided authoritative, compassionate, and timely support in response to my situation. I chose him for his high ethical standards, as well as his demonstrated expertise in legal fields of relevance to my case, and have not been disappointed in the slightest. I give him my very highest recommendation.

Ken
May 9, 2017

I live in Cairo Egypt, so when my exwife and I decided to get a divorce, I had not idea how difficult this would be. The exwife left me with the task, but thankfully I found Scott Swier. I'll never be able to thank Scott and his firm enough for being so dedicate and patient. I can now move on in my life. So appreciative to the Scott Swier firm.

Kelly
May 1, 2017

He replied to my question on his site within hours. I am a professional and had a subpoena very soon, so Scott spent time over the weekend on my case. In the end, Scott was able to help me protect the confidentiality of children who were counting on me to do that. Scott is empathetic and it's clear he wants to make sure when he speaks for his clients that he understands what they are wanting to have communicated to the Court. I am extremely satisfied and would use Scott again if a situation arose. His staff is excellent in the same authentic, caring manner. I can't say enough about Swier Law Firm. Kelly Ritzman, Licensed Professional Counselor-Mental Health

anonymous
December 19, 2016

I worked with Scott on my estate planning and was very pleased with the outcome. He helped me determine my exact needs without pressuring me into choices. He took his time talking with me but finished the work very timely. I appreciate the peace of mind knowing my family will be protected!

anonymous
March 14, 2013

Scott was very informative and explained all of the options available to us. Scott made sure we clearly understood the choices we had and he is so personable. He made us feel very comfortable and unafraid to ask questions. Scott has an amaizng understanding of law and is able to convey in laymans terms that knowledge to his clients.

Beth
February 20, 2020

Scott is an amazing attorney. After I lost my husband he helped me with a lot of life changes. His caring and compassion was more than I ever expected. I can’t thank him enough for everything he did tie me.

Joshua
November 21, 2019

I sat through 3 days of lecture I’ve by Mr Swier and was in awe the entire time. I loved his passion for what he does and his knowledge of his practice. I learned so much. Thank you Mr Swier for taking time out of your busy schedule and spending it with we Wesleyan students.

Brian
May 30, 2019

Scott Swier took the time to listen to my personal situation and needs and then explained the law and how it applied to my last will, living will and dynasty trust. He then rendered sound legal advice at a very reasonable rate, answered all of my follow on questions promptly and with ease, produced the documents I needed to sign and ensured his awesome staff was there to assist me in any way necessary. Mr. Swier is a very personable and highly competent attorney. He and his staff were a joy to work with and I have great confidence in their capabilities. I feel certain that I can sleep well having chosen him and I recommend him and his firm highly.

Sue
March 4, 2019

Mr. Swier was very helpful and gracious answering our questions and addressing our concerns. He reassured us that he would be able to help us with our case and gave us relief from the pressure of the situation.

Cassie
June 16, 2017

Scott listened to everything we had to tell him and took it very seriously. His connections and personality are admirable. He is very personable and cares about your well being. I can't thank him enough for everything.

anonymous
May 16, 2017

Mr. Swier provided authoritative, compassionate, and timely support in response to my situation. I chose him for his high ethical standards, as well as his demonstrated expertise in legal fields of relevance to my case, and have not been disappointed in the slightest. I give him my very highest recommendation.

Ken
May 9, 2017

I live in Cairo Egypt, so when my exwife and I decided to get a divorce, I had not idea how difficult this would be. The exwife left me with the task, but thankfully I found Scott Swier. I'll never be able to thank Scott and his firm enough for being so dedicate and patient. I can now move on in my life. So appreciative to the Scott Swier firm.

Kelly
May 1, 2017

He replied to my question on his site within hours. I am a professional and had a subpoena very soon, so Scott spent time over the weekend on my case. In the end, Scott was able to help me protect the confidentiality of children who were counting on me to do that. Scott is empathetic and it's clear he wants to make sure when he speaks for his clients that he understands what they are wanting to have communicated to the Court. I am extremely satisfied and would use Scott again if a situation arose. His staff is excellent in the same authentic, caring manner. I can't say enough about Swier Law Firm. Kelly Ritzman, Licensed Professional Counselor-Mental Health

anonymous
December 19, 2016

I worked with Scott on my estate planning and was very pleased with the outcome. He helped me determine my exact needs without pressuring me into choices. He took his time talking with me but finished the work very timely. I appreciate the peace of mind knowing my family will be protected!

anonymous
March 14, 2013

Scott was very informative and explained all of the options available to us. Scott made sure we clearly understood the choices we had and he is so personable. He made us feel very comfortable and unafraid to ask questions. Scott has an amaizng understanding of law and is able to convey in laymans terms that knowledge to his clients.