Putting Client Service First For 55 Years

About Us

Founded in 1995, our firm has a long-standing reputation in Sioux Falls for high-quality legal advice and representation that solves problems. We believe in excellent customer service and client representation. Our attorneys primarily practice in bankruptcy, DUI and criminal defense, estate planning, probate and business law, although we have experience in a variety of areas.

Arlie Brende has more than 40 years of experience. Throughout his career, he has shown a commitment to giving back. In 1975, he founded the cover band Arlie’s All-Stars, which has raised over $500,000 for charities. The South Dakota Rock and Roll Music Association honored the band in 2011 with a Music in the Community Recognition Award.

The partners at Brende & Meadors were born and raised in South Dakota. To read more about the backgrounds and individual qualifications of the lawyers at Brende & Meadors, please see the biographies below.

We believe the best lawyers solve problems — and that’s what we’ll do for you. Learn more about how we can help and get answers to your questions. Call 605-333-0070 or, if you prefer, send our attorneys a message via e-mail.