Jason Unger

Jason Unger is an attorney at Unger Law Office, PLLC in Flandreau, South Dakota. He has practiced in South Dakota and Minnesota since 2012, serving businesses as corporate counsel and representing clients in civil litigation, contract matters, criminal defense, employment law, personal injury, and estate planning. His broad practice allows him to assist companies and individuals with legal questions that require practical advice, careful preparation, and responsive representation.

Jason earned his J.D. from the University of St. Thomas School of Law in 2011 after receiving a B.A. from Valparaiso University in 2007. He attended law school on the UST Law President’s Scholarship, which covered full tuition. While in law school, he clerked with Engelmeier & Umanah, P.A., worked with its mediation practice, and volunteered through the Minnesota Justice Foundation, the Tubman Organization, and the Minnesota Law Collective.

Jason’s experience includes advising South Dakota businesses on corporate matters, reviewing and preparing contracts, handling civil disputes, and defending individuals in criminal cases. His early work in employment law and mediation helped him develop a detailed understanding of litigation strategy and dispute resolution. He also assisted the Minnesota Law Collective with the defense of a first-degree murder case, adding meaningful exposure to complex criminal proceedings and courtroom preparation.

Jason Unger combines a varied legal practice with sustained service to the Flandreau community. He serves on the Avera Flandreau Hospital Advisory Board, the Flandreau Development Corporation Board, and the Flandreau City Council. He has received the Minnesota Justice Foundation Outstanding Service Award and participates in professional groups involving corporate counsel, criminal defense, in-house counsel, and trial law. His clients benefit from practical judgment, community knowledge, and experience across both business and individual legal matters.

Law Office Affiliations

• Attorney, Unger Law Office
• Member, South Dakota State Bar Association
• Member, Minnesota State Bar Association
• Member, Association of Corporate Council
• Member, South Dakota Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
• Member, South Dakota In House Council Committee
• Member, South Dakota Trial Lawyers Association

Licensed State

• South Dakota
• Minnesota

Education

• University of St. Thomas School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Valparaiso University
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)

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