Overview
As a trial lawyer since 2005, I have developed a solid practice by representing plaintiffs and defendants in a variety of disputes, in and out of the courtroom. I have a common-sense approach to litigation that has allowed me to develop and maintain quality relationships with my clients that remain long after their disputes have been resolved.
My current litigation practice focuses on workers’ compensation matters, general liability matters, commercial litigation and family law.
Bio
TJ Von Wald joined Boyce Law Firm’s litigation section in 2012 after practicing with another Sioux Falls law firm for over six years. Prior to starting his private practice, he worked for three circuit judges in the First Judicial Circuit of South Dakota.
Since being admitted to practice law, he has developed his litigation practice and successfully tried cases in the courts of South Dakota regarding employment matters, contract disputes, family law matters, criminal defense and injury cases. TJ has also defended numerous claims against contractors and business owners, ranging from wage disputes to fraud claims.
Throughout his career, TJ has:
- Represented employers and insurers in all aspects of workers’ compensation matters
- Represented plaintiffs and defendants in personal injury claims
- Represented clients regarding enforcement of employment agreements and covenants not to compete
- Represented employers in various discrimination and sexual harassment claims
- Defended various medical malpractice claims against health care providers
- Defended nursing home facilities in negligence actions and administration
- Represented numerous criminal defendants charged with felonies in federal court
- First-chaired jury and court trials throughout South Dakota
- Conducted administrative hearings regarding unemployment benefits and wrongful terminations
- Drafted appellate briefs to the South Dakota Supreme Court and U.S. Court of Appeals for the 8th Circuit
- Argued to the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 8th Circuit
Boyce Law Firm, LLP is a member of the National Workers’ Compensation Defense Network. http://www.nwcdn.com/
Practice Areas
- Construction Professional Malpractice Litigation
- Construction Defect Litigation
- General Construction Litigation
- Insurance & Coverage Litigation
- Construction Contract & Document Negotiation
- Construction Licensing Matters
- Construction Education & Risk Management
- Other Construction Advice & Representation
Professional and Community
- South Dakota Trial Lawyers Association (Board of Governors, 2005-2020)
- Co-Chair of Continuing Education Committee
- Chair of Family Law Committee
- Past President
- South Dakota Defense Lawyers Association
- South Dakota State Bar Association
- American Bar Association
- National Workers Compensation Defense Network
Awards and Recognitions
- Toast of the Trial Lawyers (SDTLA)
- Martindale-Hubbell – Distinguished Award
Publications and Presentations
- Presented at the 2015 SD Work Comp Summit on employer/insurer subrogation rights