Dakota Plains Legal Services
VerifiedFamily Law Attorney
10 Wakpamni Cap Lp, Pine Ridge, SD 57770, United States
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About Dakota Plains Legal Services
Dakota Plains Legal Services (DPLS) is a non-profit legal services organization that provides free civil legal assistance to eligible low-income individuals, older Americans, and veterans. The organization serves both Native American and non-Native clients across South Dakota and North Dakota, including nine tribal nations and thirty-four counties. DPLS operates eight offices, all situated on or near tribal nations, and is committed to increasing access to justice through quality legal assistance.
DPLS's mission is to promote equal access to justice and improve the lives of its low-income clients. The organization offers legal representation, advocacy, conflict resolution, and community education options. It is primarily funded by the Legal Services Corporation and is classified as a Native American Program for LSC purposes, with a history of effective advocacy for Native American clients.
The firm assists with civil legal issues in both state and tribal courts. Practice areas include Housing, Employment, Public Benefits, Family Law, Wills and Estates, Education, Health, Consumer/Finance, Economic Development Assistance and Incorporation, Individual Rights, and Indian/Tribal Law. DPLS does not typically handle criminal cases unless court-appointed, nor small claims, personal injury, or medical malpractice. Eligibility for services is determined by income and residence, with some individuals, such as those over 60, eligible regardless of income. Assistance may include advice, brief service, or representation as counsel of record.
From the firm’s website
- Services listed
- Housing, Employment, Public Benefits, Family Law, Wills and Estates, Education, Health, Consumer / Finance, Economic Development Assistance and Incorporation, Individual Rights, Indian / Tribal Law
- Fees
- DPLS offers legal help for free to eligible individuals, though clients may be responsible for separate court costs or other case-associated costs.
- Offices
- 151 E. 2nd St. P.O. Box 489 Mission, SD 57555
- 140 White Ghost Dr. P.O. Box 20 Fort Thompson, SD 57339
- 301 Veterans Ave., Suite 4 Sisseton, SD 57262
- #10 Wakpamni Cap Loop P.O. Box 1989 Pine Ridge, SD 57770
- 104 Carignan St. P.O. Box 507 Fort Yates, ND 58538
Source: dpls.org · checked October 15, 2026. Lawyers Near Me hasn’t independently verified these details.
Hours of Operation
- Monday
- 8:30 am–4 pm
- Tuesday
- 8:30 am–4 pm
- Wednesday
- 8:30 am–4 pm
- Thursday
- 8:30 am–4 pm
- Friday
- Closed
- Saturday
- Closed
- Sunday
- Closed
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Dakota Plains Legal Services — Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Dakota Plains Legal Services located?+
Dakota Plains Legal Services is located at 10 Wakpamni Cap Lp, Pine Ridge, SD 57770, United States. Use the "Get Directions" link on this page to navigate there.
What kind of cases does Dakota Plains Legal Services handle?+
Dakota Plains Legal Services handles Civil Litigation, Employment, Estate Planning, Family Law. Confirm that they cover your specific legal matter during your first consultation.
How do I contact Dakota Plains Legal Services?+
Call Dakota Plains Legal Services at +1 605-891-3218 or visit their website. Many firms offer a free or low-cost initial consultation.
Is Dakota Plains Legal Services well rated?+
Dakota Plains Legal Services has a 4.1-star rating based on 15 Google reviews. Ratings are sourced from Google and shown for reference.
Client Reviews
5 reviews- Mr Seward· via Google
The workers at this establishment are polite, eager to assist, knowledgeable and caring.
4 years ago - Stephen Kills Small· via Google
Notary was pure vish and helped me with no problems
4 years ago - carla laysbad· via Google
No one answers phone Ever! No voice mail available for any of the attorneys not even the receptionist. Website isn't any help either. 😧
Edited 6 years ago - rich bell· via Google
Nice place…great people….Very good attorneys….helped me with my second divorce….
4 years ago - DeLonnie Bettelyoun· via Google
Dakota Plains did and excellent job for me, very professional and helpful with all the paperwork. They went over and beyond for my case, I recommend them highly 5 stars from me.
3 years ago