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A Pillar of the South Dakota Legal Community
Davenport, Evans, Hurwitz and Smith, LLP is one of South Dakota’s oldest, largest, and most prestigious law firms. Founded in 1939 by Holton Davenport and Ellsworth Evans, the firm has grown into a legal powerhouse with over 30 attorneys serving a local, national, and international clientele. Headquartered in downtown Sioux Falls, the firm has a rich history of excellence and integrity. They are known for their rigorous selection of attorneys, attracting top legal talent from across the region. Davenport Evans is a full-service firm with a robust practice in both business law and litigation. They are the go-to counsel for major financial institutions, healthcare providers, and corporations facing complex legal challenges. The firm’s longevity is a testament to its unwavering commitment to client success and its ability to adapt to the evolving needs of the modern world.
Comprehensive Legal Services
Davenport Evans offers an extensive array of specialized legal services, including:
- Banking and Financial Services: Representing banks and financial institutions in regulatory matters, lending, and litigation.
- Commercial Litigation Lawyers: Handling high-stakes business disputes, class actions, and appellate work.
- Trusts and Estate Planning Lawyers: providing sophisticated advice on wealth transfer, trust administration, and tax planning for high-net-worth individuals.
- Employment and Labor Lawyers: Advising employers on compliance, discrimination claims, and labor relations.
- Real Estate Lawyers: Assisting with commercial property development, leasing, and land use.
- Health Care Lawyers: counseling hospitals and medical professionals on regulatory compliance and liability defense.
Recognized Leaders
The firm and its attorneys consistently receive top rankings from legal directories such as Chambers USA, The Best Lawyers in America, and Super Lawyers. They are celebrated for their depth of knowledge and their ability to handle the most sophisticated legal matters. Davenport Evans is also deeply committed to the community, with many attorneys serving on non-profit boards and participating in civic activities. Clients choose Davenport Evans for their reputation as a top-tier firm that delivers results with professionalism and efficiency. Whether you are a large corporation or an individual, you can trust this firm to protect what you have built.
Historic Downtown Headquarters
The firm’s offices are located in a unique and historic setting: the former Moe Hospital building in downtown Sioux Falls. This distinctive cream-colored brick building, constructed in 1917, has been beautifully preserved and adapted for modern legal practice. Located at the corner of 14th Street and Main Avenue, it stands as a landmark in the city and reflects the firm’s deep roots in Sioux Falls history.
Specializing In
Banking Law, Commercial Litigation, Trust Administration, Employment Law
Address & Location
Located in the historic Downtown Sioux Falls neighborhood, just off the corner of West 14th Street and South Dakota Avenue.
Building Location
The office is situated in a commercial building in downtown Sioux Falls, which is easily identifiable near Lyon Park and a local Starbucks.
Suite Access
Enter the building through the main entrance. As a single-tenant facility occupied by the firm, visitors can head straight through the lobby to the front reception desk.
Parking Details
Clients and visitors can utilize the on-site surface parking lot behind the building, or park in the nearby public First Lutheran Church surface lot.
Public Transit
Served by Sioux Area Metro Route Blue Line (Outbound); nearest stop is at Minnesota/13th SW.
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