Jeff Bratkiewicz

Jeff Bratkiewicz is a Sioux Falls attorney at Bangs McCullen Law Firm, with a broad litigation practice focused on solving difficult legal problems. He represents clients in business disputes, construction matters, insurance issues, healthcare law, medical malpractice defense, product liability defense, and general civil litigation. His work often involves detailed facts, complex rules, and high-pressure decisions. Jeff uses clear analysis, strong writing, and direct communication to help clients understand their options and move toward practical results in court, appeals, hearings, negotiations, and administrative proceedings or other agencies.

Jeff earned his J.D. from the University of South Dakota School of Law. He earned his B.A. in Political Science and Broadcast Journalism from South Dakota State University. His legal education prepared him to review facts, study rules, and present arguments in a clear way. His undergraduate training supports his ability to communicate with clients, courts, agencies, and opposing parties. He is admitted in South Dakota, Nebraska, Iowa, federal district courts, the Eighth Circuit, and the Federal Court of Claims.

Jeff has a career including trial and appellate experience in state and federal courts. After law school, he served as a federal law clerk for the Honorable Lyle E. Strom, a Senior U.S. District Court Judge in Omaha, Nebraska. That experience strengthened his understanding of courtroom practice, legal research, and judicial decision-making. He has handled bench trials, jury trials, administrative hearings, and civil appeals. His matters include contract disputes, zoning issues, tax audits, business litigation, and professional licensing complaints for many clients.

Jeff Bratkiewicz helps people and businesses by giving practical guidance when legal issues feel confusing or urgent. Clients rely on him to identify key problems, explain risks, and pursue workable solutions. He often helps clients resolve conflicts without formal litigation when that path serves their goals. When litigation is needed, he prepares cases with discipline and attention to detail. His practice supports individuals, companies, healthcare providers, landlords, creditors, and other clients who need steady counsel through disputes, claims, investigations, and appeals.

Law Office Affiliations

• Partner, Bangs McCullen Law Firm
• Member, State Bar of South Dakota
• Member, Nebraska State Bar Association
• Member, Iowa State Bar Association

Licensed State

• South Dakota
• Nebraska
• Iowa

Education

• University of South Dakota School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• South Dakota State University
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)

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