Anthony John Teesdale
Teesdale Law Office PLLC • Brookings, SD
Criminal DefenseEstate PlanningPersonal Injury
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Brookings, SD, US
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**Anthony John Teesdale** **Owner/Operator, Teesdale Law Office PLLC** **Location: Brookings, SD** **Practice Areas: Estate Planning, Criminal Law, Family Law, Educational Law, Civil Litigation** Anthony J. Teesdale is a dedicated attorney and the founder of Teesdale Law Office PLLC, located in the heart of Brookings, South Dakota. With a strong commitment to safeguarding individual liberties, Anthony focuses on a diverse array of legal practice areas, including estate planning, criminal law, family law, educational law, and civil litigation. He also provides invaluable support to students navigating Title IX and disciplinary proceedings within South Dakota universities. A New Jersey native, Anthony's journey has taken him through Indiana and Missouri before he settled in South Dakota for his higher education. He earned both his undergraduate and law degrees from the University of South Dakota, laying a solid foundation for his legal career, which began in 2015. In 2022, he realized his entrepreneurial vision by establishing his own practice, where he continues to serve the Brookings community with passion and integrity. In addition to his legal practice, Anthony actively engages with the Brookings community as the President of the Brookings County Bar Association. He is also the Vice Chair of the Junior Achievement Brookings Board of Directors and contributes as a volunteer firefighter for the City of Brookings. His commitment to access to justice is further exemplified through his role on the Board of Directors for East River Legal Services and as the Third Circuit Representative for the Young Lawyers Section of the State Bar of South Dakota. Additionally, Anthony chairs the Member Benefits Committee of the State Bar of South Dakota, advocating for the rights and benefits of fellow attorneys. Residing in Brookings with his wife, Alexandra, and their two children, Anthony is deeply invested in the community and dedicated to helping families and individuals secure their future through comprehensive estate planning and legal guidance.
About Criminal Defense Law
Criminal defense attorneys represent individuals accused of crimes, protecting their constitutional rights throughout the legal process. They work to achieve the best possible outcome through negotiation or trial. Common matters include dui/dwi, drug charges, assault, theft.
Credentials
Education
2015 University of South Dakota School of Law JD - Juris Doctor
Languages
English
Recognition & Involvement
Awards
2015 Appointment to Trial Advocacy Team, University of South Dakota School of Law 2013 Appointment to ADR Board, University of South Dakota School of Law
Publications
2014 The Federal Lawyer Drawining the Waters Around the Islands of Justice: Opportunities in Rural Practice for New Law School Graduates
Associations
2019 - Present South Dakota State Bar Third Circuit Representative of the Young Lawyer's Section 2019 - Present Brookings County Bar Association President 2019 - Present Junior Achievement of South Dakota - Brookings Board Vice Chair 2019 - Present East River Legal Services Board Member 2019 - Present South Dakota State Bar Co-chair of the Law Pratice Management Committee
Speaking
2019 Annual Meeting/Convention of the State Bar of South Dakota Technology for the Solo or Small Law Firm
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Updated: May 25, 2026