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Woods Fuller offers timely insights into the legal and business issues affecting South Dakota and the upper Midwest. Our attorneys share practical perspectives on corporate law, estate planning, employment, litigation, and other key areas to help clients stay informed and make confident decisions. Each insight is designed to clarify complex topics and provide useful guidance for navigating today’s evolving legal landscape.
James Moore Admitted to American College of Trial Lawyers
James Moore, a shareholder with Woods, Fuller, Shultz and Smith, has become a Fellow of the American College of Trial Lawyers, one of the premier legal associations in North America.
Your Cyber Legacy: 3 Tips for your Digital Assets
What are digital assets and what role do they play in estate planning?
Do Your Parents Have an Estate Plan?
The thought of speaking with your parents about important and often sensitive topics like their finances and estate planning probably makes you want to run as fast as you can in the opposite direction. Nonetheless, having this conversation is the key to ensuring that your parents are able to live their golden years without financial worries and that their wishes are carried out after their death.
Woods Fuller Attorneys and Practice Areas Recognized in “Chambers USA” and “Chambers High Net Worth” Guides
Woods Fuller is proud to share several practice groups and attorneys have once again been listed in Chambers and Partners’ annual guides, ranking attorneys and practice areas around the globe.
2026 Lawyer of the Year and Best Lawyers Announced by “Best Lawyers”
Woods Fuller proudly announces that 18 of its attorneys are recognized in the 32nd edition of The Best Lawyers in America®, with two honored as “Lawyer of the Year” and four included in Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch. These prestigious awards reflect the firm’s dedication to legal excellence and peer-recognized achievements.
Deadline: Oral Agricultural Lease Renewal
South Dakota law dictates that oral agricultural leases for 40+ acres automatically renew on September 1st unless written termination notice is given by either party before that date. This renewal applies the same terms and conditions as the previous year.
The Role of Operating Agreements: An Essential Document for Every LLC
Starting a business is exciting, but protecting it is just as important. One often-overlooked safeguard is the operating agreement — your company’s legal playbook. It sets the rules for decision-making, ownership changes, and daily operations, helping to prevent disputes and protect members from personal liability. Whether you’re launching a multi-member LLC or running a single-member company, an operating agreement is key to long-term success.
Six Signs It Might Be Time to Update Your Estate Plan
Life changes—your estate plan should too. Attorney Gabrielle J. Kauk shares six signs it might be time to update your plan, from major life events to changes in assets, relationships, or simply the passage of time.
Woods Fuller Attorney Presents Employment Law Update at Medi-Sota Conference
The Health Law Team at Woods Fuller is dedicated to serving community hospital employers, including those in Minnesota.
Summer Hires: What to Know About FLSA and Child Labor
Agriculture, tourism, and municipal services all rely on seasonal workers, making it essential to comply with the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and child labor laws.
Hot Topic: Artificial Intelligence and Health Care
The implementation of artificial intelligence in health care is raising new legal concerns. Here are some things to take into account if using AI.
Important HIPAA Updates
The Health Law Team at Woods Fuller shines a light on two important HIPAA updates