South Dakota Statutes

§ 16-19-31 — License to practice law as trust--Duty to conform to standards.

South Dakota·Title 16 COURTS AND JUDICIARY·Ch. 16-19 DISCIPLINE OF ATTORNEYS
A license to practice law in this state is a privilege and a continuing proclamation by the Supreme Court that a licensed attorney is an officer of the Court, is fit to be entrusted with legal and judicial matters, and is able to aid in the administration of justice. It is the duty of an attorney to act, both professionally and personally, in conformity with the standards of conduct governing members of the bar.

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Legislative History

Supreme Court Rule 78-1, Rule II (a); SL 2016, ch 246 (Supreme Court Rule

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