
Robert J. Rohl, Car Accidents Attorney in Rapid City, South Dakota
Over 14 years of legal practice · focused on Car Accidents, General, and IP · 4.8/5 rating from 9 verified client reviews
MemberatRobert J. Rohl, Trial Lawyer
Rapid City, SD
Practicing car accidents in Rapid City since 2012.
- 14+
- Years practicing
- 4.8 ★
- 9 client reviews
- 2
- Bar admissions
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Robert J. Rohl is a member based in Rapid City, SD. The practice focuses on Car Accidents, General, and IP. Robert has over 14 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Robert J. Rohl, Trial Lawyer. Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 9 client reviews.
- Based in
- Rapid City, SD
- Experience
- over 14 years
- Known for
- Car Accidents · General · IP
- Handles Car Accidents, General, and IP matters from Rapid City, SD.
- Over 14 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Robert J. Rohl: Robert J. Rohl is a member based in Rapid City, SD. The practice focuses on Car Accidents, General, and IP. Robert has over 14 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Robert J. Rohl, Trial Lawyer. Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 9 client reviews.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Robert J. Rohl
Robert concentrates on car accidents, general, ip, and personal injury. Each area below outlines the kind of case Robert handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
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Car Accidents cases in Rapid City, South Dakota
Robert takes car accidents matters in Rapid City, South Dakota. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Robert agrees to represent you.
General cases in Rapid City, South Dakota
Robert takes general matters in Rapid City, South Dakota. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Robert agrees to represent you.
IP cases in Rapid City, South Dakota
Robert takes ip matters in Rapid City, South Dakota. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Robert agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases in Rapid City, South Dakota
Robert takes personal injury matters in Rapid City, South Dakota. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Robert agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Robert J. Rohl — Over 14 years of South Dakota car accidents experience
Robert J. Rohl is a member based in Rapid City, SD. The practice focuses on Car Accidents, General, and IP. Robert has over 14 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Robert J. Rohl, Trial Lawyer. Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 9 client reviews.
Robert J. Rohl is licensed to practice in federal and state courts of South Dakota. Robert Rohl is a trial lawyer in Rapid City, South Dakota. His practice primarily consists of personal injury and serious criminal defense matters. He serves clients throughout South Dakota, including Rapid City, Aberdeen, Deadwood, Sturgis, Spearfish and Sioux Falls. He has handled personal injury cases in other states as well, including Wyoming, Montana and Nevada.
Robert Rohl has successfully represented clients who have incurred life-changing and traumatic injuries. He has represented clients and families who, through no fault of their own, have incurred brain and spinal cord-related injuries; sexual assaults and emotional trauma; loss of limb function and amputation; boat/marine injuries; knee injuries; hand injuries; trucking crash injuries; motor vehicle crash injuries; motorcycle crash injuries; loss of vision; loss of hearing; substantial property loss; wrongful death; and malpractice.
Prior to forming his own practice, Robert Rohl received mentorship from some of the most respected trial lawyers in their fields. Robert Rohl has been mentored for the last 10 years by Randy Connelly and Greg Eiesland. Randy and Greg shared their passion for justice with Robbie and he was lucky enough to work with both of them on some of the largest personal injury and criminal defense cases in the State of South Dakota. Prior to their retirement, Robert Rohl regularly consulted with and tried cases with both Greg and Randy.
In the past few years, Robert Rohl has obtained more than 10 million dollars in compensation on behalf of his clients. For his utmost dedication to his clients, he has been included in the National Trial Lawyers Top 10 Under 40 - Civil Plaintiff, Top 10 Under 40 attorneys list by the National Academy of Criminal Defense Attorneys, Super Lawyers Rising Star selectee since 2015, and has received other selections and invitations for recognition.
Robert Rohl is a member of the American Association for Justice, serves on the Board of Governors for the South Dakota Trial Lawyers Association, a member of the Federal Practice Committee for the District of South Dakota, holds memberships in the South Dakota Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers and the Pennington County Bar Association. He gives back to his community by donating his time to a nonprofit he co-founded, Serenity Management. Serenity Management is a local Black Hills non-profit that provides sober living housing to those actively suffering from addiction.
Honors
• Super Lawyers - Rising Star (Criminal Defense & Personal Injury), 2015 to Present
• Graduate, Gerry Spence Trial Lawyers College
• Top 40 Under 40, National Academy of Criminal Defense Attorneys
• Top 10 Under 40, Civil Plaintiff, National Trial Lawyers
• Best DWI and DUI Lawyers
• National Academy of Criminal Defense Attorneys
Past Positions
• Johnson Eiesland & Rohl, Trial Lawyer
• DeMersseman, Jensen, Tellinghuisen & Huffman, LLP, Attorney
• Dakota Plains Legal Services, Inc., Chief Deputy
• Randal E. Connelly, Attorney at Law, Attorney
• Fourth Judicial Circuit, State of South Dakota, Judicial Law Clerk
Professional Associations
• South Dakota Trial Lawyers Association, Board of Governors, 2013 to Present
• South Dakota Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, Member
• Pennington County Bar Association, Member
• American Association for Justice, Criminal Law Section, President/Section Leader, 2018
• Black Hills Criminal Defense Association, Past President, 2018
• Serenity Management (local nonprofit co-founded by Robbie), Vice President
• Federal Practice Committee for the District of South Dakota, Member
Working with Robert on a car accidents matter
Robert J. Rohl is licensed to practice in federal and state courts of South Dakota. Robert Rohl is a trial lawyer in Rapid City, South Dakota. His practice primarily consists of personal injury and serious criminal defense matters. He serves clients throughout South Dakota, including Rapid City, Aberdeen, Deadwood, Sturgis, Spearfish and Sioux Falls. He has handled personal injury cases in other…
Clients Robert works with
Robert reviews new inquiries case-by-case for car accidents, general, and ip matters in Rapid City and the surrounding South Dakota area.
Credentials
Robert J. Rohl's legal education and bar admissions
University of South Dakota School of Law
J.D. · 2011
University of Saint Thomas
B.A. Economics · 2008
Jurisdictions
Robert's state bar admissions
U.S. District Court
2013 · ACTIVE
South Dakota
2012 · ACTIVE
Robert studied at J.D. in University of South Dakota School of Law and B.A. Economics in University of Saint Thomas.
Law school and academic background
Robert completed J.D. in University of South Dakota School of Law and B.A. Economics in University of Saint Thomas. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Robert runs in South Dakota is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of Robert J. Rohl
Robert has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Locations
Robert J. Rohl's office in Rapid City
Robert's primary office is at 2902 West Main Street, Suite 4, Rapid City, SD, 57702. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Robert J. Rohl, Trial Lawyer
2902 West Main Street, Suite 4
Rapid City, SD 57702
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Client reviews of Robert J. Rohl — 4.8/5 rating from 9 verified client reviews
Every review below is from a verified client of Robert. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing car accidents attorneys in Rapid City.
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How to hire Robert J. Rohl — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new car accidents attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Robert usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Robert charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Robert's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Robert will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a car accidents attorney in Rapid City, South Dakota
A short list to run through before you commit: How many car accidents matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Robert
Robert discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in car accidents practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every car accidents matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Robert confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Robert's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many car accidents practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Robert J. Rohl
How much does it cost to hire Robert for a car accidents case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Robert walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Robert offer a free consultation?
Robert charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Robert's office. Some car accidents attorneys offer free consults — check Robert's current terms during booking.
How long do car accidents cases in South Dakota typically take?
Simple car accidents matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Robert gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Robert take my case if I'm outside Rapid City?
Robert is licensed in South Dakota. Matters governed by South Dakota law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Robert will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Robert?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Robert will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Robert accepting new car accidents clients right now?
Robert's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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