Overview
I joined Boyce Law Firm in April 2025 as part of the commercial litigation team. Over the course of my legal career, I’ve worked in both private practice and as in-house counsel, which has given me a well-rounded perspective on the legal challenges businesses face. Most recently, I served as in-house counsel for a financial institution, where I advised on a broad range of legal issues from the client side.
Having been both the lawyer and the client, I’m able to see legal matters from multiple angles and focus on identifying the real issues at hand. I take a level-headed, practical approach to every case and aim to help clients reach solutions that are clear, efficient, and effective.
Bio
A native of Watertown, South Dakota, Joe Dylla grew up with values that continue to shape his work ethic today: honesty and hard work. He earned his undergraduate degree in Business from the University of Minnesota, followed by his Juris Doctor from the University of South Dakota School of Law in 2010.
After law school, Joe clerked for the Fourth Judicial Circuit of South Dakota, where he supported judges with legal research and writing. He then transitioned into private practice at Bangs McCullen and later Cutler Law Firm, gaining broad litigation experience. His most recent role before joining Boyce Law Firm was as in-house counsel at The First National Bank in Sioux Falls, where he advised on business and regulatory matters.
Joe is passionate about supporting South Dakota businesses and is proud to work alongside the experienced attorneys at Boyce Law Firm. He currently lives in Sioux Falls with his wife, Kira.
Practice Areas
Professional and Community
- Sioux Falls Rotary South – Member, 13 years
- Junior Achievement of South Dakota – Volunteer, 10 years
Publications and Presentations
- A Case for the Adoption of the Revised Uniform Limited Liability Company Act in South Dakota, 2011
- Burley v. Kytec Innovative Sports Equipment, Inc.: Expert Testimony in Strict Products Liability Cases in South Dakota, 2009