Best Criminal Defense Lawyers in Rapid City, SD

15 firms listed · 11 in Rapid City · 1 open 24/7 · 2 open weekends · 10 rated 4.5+

Data verified October 16, 2026

Skinner Law Office

Skinner Law Office

(47)
  • Public Defender
  • Choice
  • Job
“In my dealings with Meade county and the Sturgis police department, which by the way are horrible, Matt and Brenna made me always free that I was in the best hands possible and I was never stressed about my predicament.”
Free Initial Consultation
In Business Since 2013
508 Columbus St, Rapid City, SD
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The Law Offices of Clayborne, Loos & Sabers

The Law Offices of Clayborne, Loos & Sabers

(42)
  • Best Interest
  • Life
  • Questions
“From our initial introduction call, Hollie was always professional, compassionate, knowledgeable, understanding, and a skilled negotiator and strategist.”
Emergency Services
In Business Since 2009
2834 Jackson Blvd Suite 201, Rapid City, SD
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Beardsley, Jensen & Lee

Beardsley, Jensen & Lee

(49)
  • Work
  • Research
  • Questions
“Brad jumped in to a different attorney's mess and helped me out wished I would have had him from the beginning maybe I would have been better took care of.”
In Business Since 1998
4200 Beach Dr #3, Rapid City, SD
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Bangs McCullen Law Firm

Bangs McCullen Law Firm

(28)
  • Question
  • Ethical
  • Job
“Sometimes a 5 minute question will turn in to 20 minutes because he is so easy to talk to and down to earth, our conversation will cover our kids and life in general.”
Family Business
In Business Since 1997
333 West Blvd # 400, Rapid City, SD
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Rensch Law Office A Professional Law Corporation

Rensch Law Office A Professional Law Corporation

(36)
  • Money
  • Understanding
  • Questions
“Very professional and amazing law firm I have used John Rush and Nate Nelson I always recommend them to everyone and anyone they have helped me out tremendously, if you are looking for legal help this is definitely the place to go !”
In Business Since 2005
832 St Joseph St, Rapid City, SD
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Pechota Law Office

Pechota Law Office

(5)
“Terry Pechota had been a big help for my family and I.”
In Business Since 2016
1617 Sheridan Lake Rd, Rapid City, SD
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The 15 firms listed for Rapid City, SD defend criminal charges for people. What each states about the offenses it takes and the courts it appears in comes from its own website; ratings and quotes come from public reviews.

Area overview: Rapid City, SD

11 of the 15 firms we list are based in Rapid City; the other 4 serve Rapid City from Spearfish (43 mi), Custer (28 mi) and Sturgis (28 mi). 14 of the firms on this page have a rating, from 4.1 to 4.9 across 472 reviews; 5 have 50 or more reviews and 10 are rated 4.5 or higher. When clients rate these firms on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (96%), responsiveness (86%) and quality (75%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the firms on this page are "results" and "knowledge". 1 is open around the clock and 2 are open on weekends. Domain records put 12 websites of the firms on this page at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 1997. 1 offers urgent consultations; 4 offer a free initial consultation and 2 are family- or locally-owned. We have a website on file for all 15 of the firms on this page; 13 publish a contact page and 5 list a public email. We count these figures across the firms on this page; distances are straight-line, and hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the firm before you book a consultation.

Are criminal law firms listed for Rapid City open on Saturdays or Sundays?

2 of the 15 firms on this page list hours on a Saturday or a Sunday. Arrests keep no office hours, so the more useful question is whether a firm answers its phone for a custody call at night. Ask that directly when you call, and ask who picks up.

Robert J. Rohl, Trial Lawyer

Robert J. Rohl, Trial Lawyer

(9)
  • Questions
“Robbie was great to work with and always kept us and the client informed throughout the process, and with teamwork we were able to get a great result for the client.”
In Business Since 2022
2902 W Main St #4, Rapid City, SD
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Nooney & Solay

Nooney & Solay

(7)
  • Knowledge
“These folks really know their stuff”
Family Business
In Business Since 2011
326 Founders Park Dr, Rapid City, SD
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Robert Pasqualucci Attorney at Law

Robert Pasqualucci Attorney at Law

(10)
“This is the most amazing divorce lawyer in South Dakota but his paralegal is the most incredible, caring, knowledgeable on your rights and you always feel that they have your back.”
In Business Since 2005
550 N 5th St, Rapid City, SD
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Grey & Eisenbraun Prof.

Grey & Eisenbraun Prof.

(5)
“Amazing lawyers, ellery helped me with a terrible situation, but i do have one thing, they said they'd always check up on me too see how things are going but never did.”
Free Initial Consultation
In Business Since 2012
909 St Joseph St 10th floor, Rapid City, SD
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Betsey Harris, Lawyer, Professional L.l.c

Betsey Harris, Lawyer, Professional L.l.c

Accepts All Major Credit Cards
In Business Since 2015
710 N Lacrosse St Suite 1, Rapid City, SD
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Southern Hills Law, Pllc

Southern Hills Law, Pllc

(20)
  • Legal Representation
  • Strategy
  • Stress
“I got a ticket for illegal lane change I am from Minnesota and with gas so expensive I didn't know what to do and Southern Hills Law was there for me and saved me tons of money I am very appreciative for what they did”
Transparent Fees & Pricing
Free Initial Consultation
In Business Since 2022
Custer, SD · 28 mi from Rapid City
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Strain Morman Law Firm

Strain Morman Law Firm

(5)
  • Job
“I worked with Mike Strain and I loved the assistance that he provided me with.”
In Business Since 1999
Sturgis, SD · 28 mi from Rapid City
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Kinney Law, pc

Kinney Law, pc

(34)
  • Traveling
  • Motorcycle
  • Team
“I'm still currently being represented Kim seems to have a great understanding of exactly what needs done, she's been the only attorney who was willing to stand up for what was right and defend an innocent man.”
In Business Since 2009
Spearfish, SD · 43 mi from Rapid City
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Wilde Law Offices, Prof.

Wilde Law Offices, Prof.

(6)
  • Custody
“The day I hired Dylan I was able to obtain my court date, was able to get primary custody of my children and finally after 2 years was able to get a divorce.”
Free Initial Consultation
In Business Since 2002
Spearfish, SD · 43 mi from Rapid City
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Criminal Law Attorney Services in Rapid City, SD Cost Estimates

Minimum cost
$1685
Maximum cost
$20212
National Average
$6176
Avg Per Hour Rates
$394
$3931
$6738
Average price range is based on 402 cost profiles
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Average Cost $6176
Minimum cost $1685
Maximum cost $20212
Avg Per Hour Rates $394

Average range $3931 to $6738 is based on 402 cost profiles.

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