About
Lisa K. Cagle is an associate attorney at Gunderson, Palmer, Nelson & Ashmore, LLP in Rapid City, South Dakota. She focuses her legal practice on business law, estate planning, real estate law, employment law and probate. With a strong background in research and legal writing, Lisa provides strategic legal solutions to individuals and businesses. Her dedication to helping clients navigate complex legal matters has made her a trusted advisor in the field.
Lisa earned her B.S. in Chemical Engineering from the University of California Los Angeles. She then pursued her J.D. at Samford University, Cumberland School of Law, graduating cum laude in the top 10% of her class. During law school, she served as the Research and Writing Editor for The American Journal of Trial Advocacy and was selected for the Public Affairs Research Council of Alabama.
Lisa is admitted to practice law in both North Dakota (2019) and South Dakota (2020). She has extensive experience assisting clients with business transactions, contract negotiations, and estate planning. Her work ensures that individuals and families have secure plans in place for asset protection and succession. She also provides guidance on employment law matters, helping businesses maintain compliance with regulations and employment policies.
In addition to her legal practice, Lisa is an active member of professional organizations, including the American Bar Association, South Dakota Bar Association, North Dakota Bar Association, and the Pennington County Bar Association. She has also served as the president of the West River Estate and Financial Planning Council, further demonstrating her leadership in estate and financial planning matters.
Lisa K. Cagle has contributed to legal scholarship through multiple publications on estate planning, wills, and trust law. Her work helps legal professionals and clients better understand the complexities of estate planning in South Dakota. With her strong legal knowledge and dedication to client success, Lisa continues to provide valuable legal support to businesses, individuals, and families across the region.
Law Office Affiliations
- Attorney, Gunderson, Palmer, Nelson and Ashmore, LLP
- Member, American Bar Association
- Member, South Dakota Bar Association
- Member, North Dakota Bar Association
- Member, Pennington County Bar Association
Licensed State
- North Dakota
- South Dakota
Education
- Samford University
Juris Doctor (JD) - University of California Los Angeles
BS in Chemical Engineering
Awards & Badges




- Communications and media
- Contracts and agreements
- Discrimination
- Franchising
- Land use and zoning
- Landlord or tenant
- Limited liability company (LLC)
- Litigation
- Partnership
- Power of attorney
- Probate
- Residential real estate
- Sexual harassment
- Trusts
- Wills and living wills
- Workers compensation
- Wrongful termination