Staci Reindl
Spearfish,SD
Summary
An analytical and detail-oriented individual whose approach to her profession is that of a "problem-solver," skilled at identifying issues, providing extensive legal research, sound legal advice, and advocacy. An accomplished and caring professional who possesses exceptional organizational abilities, as well as effective written and verbal communication skills.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Freelance Attorney
Reindl Law Office
01.2023 - Current
- Contract with attorneys on a part-time basis on substantive legal projects, attend court, counsel clients, conduct extensive research and writing in appellate cases.
- Serve as a mentor and consultant in my specialty areas and law office management.
Deputy Public Defender
Lawrence County Public Defender’s Office
10.2018 - 12.2022
- Represented indigent criminal defendants and juveniles, primarily high-level felonies, as a trial attorney, through every stage of litigation, including motion hearings, court and jury trials, and sentencing hearings. Handled a heavy caseload before multiple judges, coordinating client contacts, staff participation, filing deadlines, and investigative and research tasks at both the trial court and appellate levels.
Solo Practitioner
Reindl Law Office
01.2000 - 12.2018
- Owned a general law practice that served the needs of people in the four-state area, specializing in criminal and juvenile defense, family law, estate planning, and criminal and civil appeals. With the support of assistants, paralegals, and associates, a team approach to client service was achieved. Business aspects included a range of responsibilities from financial, compliance, and staff supervision, to marketing, client outreach, and community visibility.
Education
Juris Doctor -
University of South Dakota Knudson School of Law
Vermillion, South Dakota05-1994
BS Political Science - undefined
Northern State University
Aberdeen, South Dakota05-1991
Skills
- Organized, efficient, and client-focused
- Interpersonal skills and adaptability
- Strong verbal communication and public speaking
- Lifelong learner adept at deductive reasoning
- Effective researcher through data collection and analysis
- Hard working, energetic, and conscientious
Timeline
Freelance Attorney
Reindl Law Office
01.2023 - Current
Deputy Public Defender
Lawrence County Public Defender’s Office
10.2018 - 12.2022
Solo Practitioner
Reindl Law Office
01.2000 - 12.2018
BS Political Science - undefined
Northern State University
Juris Doctor -
University of South Dakota Knudson School of Law
ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE
- Teen Court Judge and Leader
- Law Enforcement Instructor in Criminal Law and Procedures
- Junior Achievement Volunteer
- Freshman Impact Participant
- Historic Lead-Deadwood Arts Council Board Member
- Jewel Cave National Monument Interpreter