Anthony J. (Tony) Teesdale

Anthony J. Teesdale, known as Tony, is the owner and attorney at Teesdale Law in Brookings, South Dakota. His primary work includes criminal defense, family law, estate planning, education law, and civil litigation. He represents people facing criminal allegations and also assists university students with Title IX complaints and disciplinary proceedings. His practice emphasizes protecting individual rights while addressing the specific concerns of each client. He also assists clients with civil claims and probate-related legal matters.

Tony earned his Juris Doctor from the University of South Dakota School of Law in 2015. His legal studies included work in trial advocacy and alternative dispute resolution. He completed his undergraduate studies at the University of South Dakota before continuing there for law school. His education supports his work in courtroom advocacy, negotiation, and the analysis of criminal and civil disputes.

Tony handles criminal matters ranging from misdemeanors to serious felony allegations, including DUI defense. His broader practice extends to divorce, custody and support matters, wills, trusts, probate, and disputes in education settings. He has also represented clients in appellate proceedings and helped address procedural issues that can determine how a case moves forward. His work combines litigation with counseling on decisions outside the courtroom. His student representation can involve school disciplinary processes that operate separately from conventional criminal court proceedings.

Anthony J. Teesdale is active in the Brookings legal community and has served in bar association roles and with East River Legal Services. He has also volunteered with the Brookings Fire Department. His professional activities reflect an interest in access to legal services and the Brookings community. He approaches criminal and family law matters with attention to client rights, informed choices, and the consequences of legal decisions.

Law Office Affiliations

• Attorney, Teesdale Law Office PLLC
• Member, State Bar of South Dakota
• Secretary/Treasurer, State Bar of South Dakota – Young Lawyers Section (2024)
• Co-Chair, State Bar of South Dakota – Law Practice Management Committee (2021)
• Board Member, East River Legal Services (2024)
• Former President, Brookings County Bar Association
• Defense Representative, Drug Court Advisory Council
• Member, American Bar Association
• Member, South Dakota Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
• Member, South Dakota Trial Lawyers Association
• Teen Court Judge, Boys and Girls Club Brookings Advisory Council
• Founding Member and Vice President, Brookings Curling Club
• Defense Attorney, Brookings County Problem Solving Courts
• Member, Brookings Volunteer Fire Department
• Member, Brookings County Youth Mentoring Program
• Member, Brookings Optimist Club

Licensed State

• South Dakota

Education

• University of South Dakota School of Law
  Juris Doctor (J.D.)

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