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Sprouting a Business in Hemp

Among the early throes of a worldwide pandemic, an emergency was declared in order to legalize the growth, production and transportation of hemp in the state of South Dakota as of March 27, 2020. This Bill setup a regulatory system through the Department of Agriculture (“Department”) to provide for licensing, inspection, and promulgation of rules to ensure compliance with all applicable laws – local, state, and federal.

GPNA Tip of the Week: Land Ownership

Gunderson, Palmer, Nelson & Ashmore, LLP attorney Stacy Hegge writes a brief summary of the latest South Dakota Supreme Court case in Moeckly v. Hanson SD 45. In that case, the Supreme Court upheld the circuit court’s determination that there was no joint tenancy in real property owned by a husband and wife, and so upon the wife’s death, the individuals identified in the wife’s will were entitled to the wife’s interest in the property.

GPNA Tip Of The Week: Alimony

If you are currently paying alimony and you believe your obligation ends upon the occurrence of a certain event, such as retirement or reaching the age of social security eligibility, consult your attorney before you stop making those alimony payments. Once the event occurs, you may still need the court’s permission to end or reduce the alimony payments.

Little Sisters of the Poor Saints Peter and Paul Home v. Pennsylvania

Gunderson, Palmer, Nelson & Ashmore, LLP Legal Intern Keely Kleven writes a summary of the United States Supreme Court's decision in Little Sisters of the Poor Saints Peter and Paul Home v. Pennsylvania.

South Dakota Trust Law Update - 2020 Edition by Attorney Patrick G. Goetzinger

Gunderson, Palmer, Nelson & Ashmore, LLP attorney Patrick G. Goetzinger provides an update on the South Dakota Trust Laws for 2020.

New Laws Affecting Landlords and Tenants in South Dakota

Gunderson, Palmer, Nelson & Ashmore, LLP has provided a summary of three newly enacted legislation that directly affects landlords and tenants in the state. Every situation is different. Please consult with counsel to determine how these changes may impact you. This information is being provided for your review and consideration. If you have any questions or would like additional information, please don’t hesitate to contact any of the attorneys at GPNA.