Stephen J. Wesolick

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Stephen J. Wesolick: Attorney with Aspen Legacy Planning
Attorney Awards
  • Martindale-Hubbell Peer AV Preeminent Rating
  • Platinum Client Champion
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Biography

Stephen has been a licensed attorney for over 25 years, with extensive experience in complex business, commercial and family legal issues. More recently, he has dedicated himself to helping families navigate the challenging and ever-changing world of estate planning and elder law. He brings his experience, knowledge, and judgment into every client relationship to serve as a trusted advisor, understanding that each family’s situation is unique and special.

Decades of Legal Experience

Having worked and supported himself through college and law school, Stephen graduated from South Texas College of Law in Houston, Texas in 1992. He was first licensed as an attorney in Texas the same year and practiced in Houston for the first 14 years of his career. In 2006, Stephen was admitted to the State Bar of South Dakota and established his firm in Rapid City. He has been married to his wife, Lisa, for 31 years and they have three sons.

Modern Solutions to Handle Your Needs

Stephen is a member of WealthCounsel®, the premier community of nearly 4,000 trust and estate attorneys dedicated to the highest levels of service to families like yours. Stephen is also a member of ElderCounsel® and the National Association of Elder Law Attorneys (NAELA), providing the support and resources necessary to offer unparalleled services in elder law, special needs planning, and veterans pension planning. What this means for clients is that they receive the benefits of a national law firm and, at the same time, the personal attention of a dedicated local team. This combination is not available anywhere else.
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Areas of Practice (16)

  • Estate Planning
  • Powers of Attorney
  • Wills
  • Trusts
  • Transfer-on-Death Deeds
  • Elder Law
  • Long-Term Care/Medicaid Planning
  • Special Needs Planning
  • Business and Ranch Succession Planning
  • Trust and Estate Administration
  • Court Proceedings
  • Probate
  • Guardianships
  • Transitional Care Planning
  • Estate and Fiduciary Litigation
  • VA Pensions and Benefits

Education & Credentials

University Attended:
Sam Houston State University, B.S., 1987
Law School Attended:
South Texas College of Law, J.D., 1992
Year of First Admission:
1992
Admission:
1992, Texas; 1993, U.S. District Court, Northern, Southern, Eastern and Western Districts of Texas; 2006, South Dakota
Birth Information:
Houston, Texas, 1965
ISLN:
901030816

Payment Information

Fixed Hourly Rates
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Credit Cards Accepted
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Other Information
Free initial consultation, Fixed fees available

Peer Reviews

4.7/5.0 (20 reviews)
Martindale-Hubbell® AV Preeminent Rating Badge

  • Legal Knowledge

    4.7/5.0

  • Analytical Capability

    4.7/5.0

  • Judgment

    4.7/5.0

  • Communication

    4.8/5.0

  • Legal Experience

    4.8/5.0

  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Managing Partner on 05/03/23 in Civil Litigation

    I've practiced in Court and Meetings with Stephen for Years and cannot recommend him enough for this AV Rating.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Attorney on 03/03/21 in Elder Law

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Partner on 02/22/21 in Civil Litigation

    Stephen is an honest and hard working lawyer. He adheres to the highest ethical standards.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Member on 02/21/21 in Wills and Probate

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Member on 02/21/21 in Business Law

    Solid lawyer. Good with his clients

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Senior Partner on 02/19/21 in Estate Planning

    Mr. Wesolick is an outstanding lawyer in all fields of practice and it is very appropriate to grant him an AV rating.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Attorney on 02/18/21 in Trusts and Estates

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Partner on 02/16/21 in Trusts and Estates

    Stephen exemplifies the highest standard of professionalism, commitment to client, and demand for excellence. He is knowledgeable and responsive to client needs. I would retain him in a heart beat if I needed estate planning and drafting servic... Read more

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Other on 02/16/21 in Civil Litigation

    In my opinion Stephen epitomizes what a good lawyer should be - respectful in court to all of the parties -well-prepared -punctual -I have never known him to be antagonistic -just straight forward . He has a broad knowledge of the law and does his b... Read more

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Attorney on 02/16/21 in Estate Planning

    Every client I've referred to Stephen has reported back being very pleased with his services.

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Lawyers Client Review
5.0/5.0 (13 reviews)
Platinum Client Champion

Stephen Wesolick and the Wesolick Team are the Best! We have had the honor to work with them for many years. They have a very welcoming, personable, and friendly environment. Stephen, Lisa & Stephanie...

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Video Call Options

  • Zoom

  • Skype

  • FaceTime

Contact Stephen J. Wesolick

Contact Information:

605-800-7986  Phone

www.aspenlegacyplanning.com/about-us/stephen-j-wesolick

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