Justin T. Clarke

Justin, a native of Estelline, South Dakota, joined the firm in 2010 as an associate in the firm’s litigation section. Justin’s practice focuses on insurance defense, workers’ compensation, and employment matters. Justin graduated from the University of Kansas School of Law in 2010. While in law school, he served as a staff editor for the Kansas Journal of Law and Public Policy and participated in KU Law’s Moot Court competition. When Justin isn’t working, he enjoys spending time with his family and friends, cooking, and supporting SDSU athletics.

Professional Experience

Davenport, Evans, Hurwitz & Smith, LLP
Associate: 2010 – present

Admitted to Practice (State):

South Dakota, 2010

Admitted to Practice (Federal):

United States District Court, District of South Dakota, 2011

Professional Memberships

State Bar of South Dakota
American Bar Association
South Dakota Defense Lawyers Association
Defense Research Institute

Education

South Dakota State University (B.S., cum laude, 2006)
University of Kansas School of Law (J.D., 2010)

Other

Staff Editor, Kansas Journal of Law and Public Policy, 2009-2010
CALI Award, Insurance Law