Robert C. Riter, Jr.

Bob Riter joined the firm in 1973. His legal efforts are focused principally upon litigation and trial work in all courts in this state, with a concentration in the defense practice. He also spends significant time appearing before state administrative bodies, and engaging in lobbying and legislative work.

Professional memberships include: State Bard of South Dakota (Commission and Past Chair of Ethics Committee, Administrative Law Committee and Continuing Legal Education Committee); Defense Research Institute (DRI) (State Representative, 1994-1999 Member, Board of Directors, 1999-2003); South Dakota Defense Lawyers Association (Past President 1994-1995); Fellow, American Bar Foundation; American Board of Trial Advocates; American College of Trial Lawyers.

Bob has lectured and given presentations before Insurance law classes at the University of South Dakota, School of Law, Continuing Education programs of the South Dakota State Bar, and Defense Research Institute (DRI) gatherings. He has also authored law review articles on the patient/physician privilege and civil justice reform.

Bob received his law degree from the University of South Dakota in 1973. He holds a Bachelor of Science degree with emphasis on economics from the University of South Dakota School of Business received in 1970.