Chris White

Chris is a partner at the firm. Chris was born and raised in the Sioux City Area. He obtained his Bachelor of Arts degree in criminal justice and political science from the University of Sioux Falls, South Dakota. Chris also played football for the University of Sioux Falls. He went on to receive his law degree from the University of South Dakota School of Law.

Following law school Chris joined a law firm in Aberdeen, South Dakota, where he primarily practiced in civil litigation. Chris was elected as the Brown County State’s Attorney in 2016. During his time at the State’s Attorney’s Office, Chris successfully prosecuted several homicide cases and was the legal advisor for one of the largest counties in South Dakota. During his time as State’s Attorney, Chris also served as a Special Assistant United States Attorney in the District of South Dakota.

Chris is licensed and actively practices law in state and federal courts throughout Iowa, Nebraska, and South Dakota. He resides outside of Jackson, Nebraska, with his wife and four children. When not working, Chris enjoys spending time with his family outdoors, archery hunting, and watching sports.

Experience

  • Represented clients in various types of litigation since 2010. 
  • Counsel in over 50 civil and criminal trials. 

Practice Areas

  • Litigation 
  • Construction
  • Insurance
  • Personal Injury
  • Public Entity/Law Enforcement Representation
  • Civil Litigation 
  • Contract Negotiation 
  • Employment Related Matters

Professional and Community Involvement

  • Iowa State Bar Association, Member
  • Nebraska State Bar Association, Member
  • South Dakota State Bar Association, Member
  • Pheasants Forever-Dixon County Chapter, Board Member
  • Ponca Youth Sports Teams, Coach 
  • South Dakota State’s Attorney’s Association, Former Member of Board of Directors
  • Marsy’s Law Task Force, Former Board Member
  • S.D. HB 1183 Oversight Council, Former Member
  • S.D. HB 1183 Crisis Response Training Review Team, Former Member 
  • Sidekicks Youth Mentoring Program, Former Member of Board of Directors
  • YMCA Reach and Rise Youth Mentoring Program, Former Member of Board of Directors
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