Nebraska Lawyers

I have been practicing law for over 25 years. My career includes almost two decades in private practice and time in various government roles as an Assistant Attorney General from 1998 to 2000, as Legislative Counsel to U.S. Representative Lee Terry from 2003 to 2004, as General Counsel to the Nebraska State Auditor of Public Accounts from 2004 to 2007, and as Deputy and Counsel to the Nebraska State Treasurer from 2007 to 2008. I earned my Juris Doctorate (J.D.) from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln College of Law in 1998, following completion of my Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Political Science...

Vanessa attended the University of South Dakota for college, graduate school, and law school, and earned her J.D. from the University of South Dakota School of Law in 2005. She is a member of the Thomas Sterling Honor Society, the highest honor bestowed upon the top 10% of students in each USD Law graduating class. Prior to moving to Lincoln in 2008, Vanessa practiced law in rural northeastern Nebraska. Throughout her career, Vanessa has concentrated on representing individuals in family law, juvenile law, and guardianship/adoption matters in probate court. Vanessa was honored to be part of the 2008-2009 Nebraska...

Nebraska and Iowa Divorce and Child Custody trial lawyer who primarily handles divorce and child custody cases around Omaha and Elkhorn, Nebraska, Council Bluffs, Iowa and surrounding areas. Over 40+ domestic trials and countless contested hearings appearances for clients. Advocate for parents seeking to preserve their access to their children and their parental rights. Trained Nebraska Parenting Plan Mediator. Brad is a local attorney, trained mediator, dedicated father, and relentless advocate for clients with experience before most area Nebraska and Iowa judges and attorneys.

Attorney Kelly Henry Turner is a passionate advocate ready to help individuals, families and institutions find peace in times of turmoil or planning for their future. Her gentle and detailed approach help client’s diffuse conflicts as well as helping them identify the best approach or course of action to achieve their desired goals. Kelly prides herself on being transparent with her clients and helps them see the flaws in their cases from the get-go so conflicts can be resolved in a more timely and cost-effective manner. Kelly is also a trained Mediator who has successfully assisted parties resolve probate, workplace...

Attorney-Owner of Lapin Law Offices located in Lincoln, Nebraska. Represent injured, abused and disabled clients throughout Nebraska with caring, passion and dedication. Hired Patrick Driver as an Associate in mid-2011. Expanded practice areas to include claims against abusive debt collectors (FDCPA) and telemarketers (TCPA).

Jonathan Eller graduated from Brigham Young University, with a degree in English. Prior to attending BYU, Jonathan served a two year service mission in Brazil, Porto Alegre where he learned and became fluent in Portuguese. After graduating from BYU he was associated for five years with United Healthcare as an Escalation Specialist resolving high priority and managerial issues.

Jonathan always had a strong desire to become an Attorney but it wasn’t until after his father passed away that Jonathan received the inspiration needed to embark on that career path. Jonathan saw first hand the power of the law and how...

Jerusha Hancock graduated from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln with a B.A. in 2002. She received a Master's degree in counseling from Denver Seminary in 2005 and graduated from the University of Nebraska College of Law in 2008. She then clerked for Chief Justice Michael Heavican of the Nebraska Supreme Court for over three years. Jerusha worked for Nebraska Appleseed for two years in the Health Care Access Program before coming to work for the Berry Law Firm.

Berry Law has led fights against unjust prosecutions and government overreach since 1965. This team of warrior lawyers knows what it takes to win in the courtroom and beyond. John S. Berry Jr. helps his clients fight some of the most important battles of their lives. John has not only led successful teams in the courtroom, resulting in several jury trial victories, but has also led soldiers in deployments to Iraq and Bosnia. John personifies the warrior ethos that is the foundation for Berry Law’s success. Beyond the battlefield and the courtroom, John’s leadership experience extends to community organizations locally and...

Established in 1995, Petersen Criminal Defense has handled over 7000 cases. Due to ever increasing complexity and conflicting legislation, I have limited my practice solely to criminal defense such as drunk driving, federal crimes, sexual assault, drug crimes and assault.

I grew up in Spokane, Washington and discovered at an early age that I wanted to pursue a legal career.

At age 16, I began working at a general practice law firm answering phones and filing legal documents. Eventually, I was admitted under Rule 16 of the Washington Supreme Court to represent clients on a limited basis. By age 19, I was...

Craig loves being a lawyer. “It’s helping people heal first, and then getting them results for their losses and permanent injury. Whether it’s a fight about liability, medical care, or treatment. If you don’t have an injury lawyer, you are more likely to get turned down on liability or proper medical treatment. Our team fights a lot of battles, for our clients. It’s rewarding to help people heal better and faster with the proper medical treatment, not to mention make the world safer. It’s satisfying to help people battle against big insurance and corporations that these people simply...

I primarily practice in the areas of criminal defense, juvenile law, and public health law. I also handle some other types of matters, including estate planning/probate, guardianships/conservatorships, name changes, adoptions, nonprofit corporation formation, and personal injury. I practice in many counties in Central Nebraska, including Buffalo, Hall, Sherman, Kearney, Furnas, Gosper, Dawson, and Seward Counties. I am originally from the Black Hills of South Dakota. I enjoy playing the cello, driving my Pontiac GTOs, reading, travelling, scuba diving, and spending time with my husband and pets.

Justin Kalemkiarian knows people. With a bachelor’s degree in psychology, a Juris Doctorate from the University of Iowa, and a background in business development, non-profits, law, and foreign affairs, Justin has an intimidating arsenal of experience that’s crafted to help his clients’ lives and get them the best results, every time. Justin’s love for people has been the foundation of his career and the reason for his pursuit into law. After working in government and non-profit work, Justin saw how the rule of law can affect the everyday lives of people. Determined to bring justice into others’ lives, Justin began pursuing...

Mike Wilson has devoted his career to protecting his clients, whether those clients have been charged with a crime or have been damaged by either negligence or intentional bad acts. Mike represents clients in criminal trials in both the State and Federal Courts, defending clients charged with everything from misdemeanors to murder. Of note are Mike’s results in the field of criminal appellate and postconviction practice, where he has obtained new trials for clients convicted of serious felonies, including both attempted murder and first-degree murder. Mike has argued many of these appeals before the Nebraska Supreme Court,...

Kole Pederson is a Nebraska and Minnesota farm succession planning and agricultural estate planning attorney, and the founder of Midwest Ag Law. He serves farm and ranch families across Nebraska — including clients near Lincoln, Columbus, Grand Island, Hastings, Kearney, Norfolk, and North Platte — helping them protect farmland, navigate Nebraska inheritance tax, and keep operations intact for the next generation. Kole grew up on a family farm, working full farm hours from an early age. He planned to take over the farm and spend his summers as an aerial applicator until an engine failure and hospital recovery forced a change...

As a former prosecutor, public defender and attorney for the State, I have several years of criminal law experience and unique insight into defending any type of criminal charges. I have also worked as legal counsel for the Tax Equalization and Review Commission, where I dealt with property tax appeals from both residential, commercial and agricultural land owners. I have extensive trial and courtroom experience and a real passion to help people. Regardless of your legal issues, service to my clients is my number one priority.

If you face serious criminal charges, you need a lawyer who understands the court system where your case will be tried. When your future is at risk, the attorney who sits beside you can make the difference between an outcome you can live with and one that you can't.

I am Nebraska criminal defense lawyer Michael Stageman. I have handled thousands of criminal cases. I know what prosecutors need to put a case together. I also know how to take that case apart from a defense point of view. From my Headquarters in Omaha, I represent people throughout Nebraska who are...

Stephen Murray is an aggressive trial attorney with nearly a decade of civil litigation experience. He started his legal career with an insurance defense firm based out of Chicago for 7 years. During that time, he started a legal consulting group where he continues to handle pre-litigation and litigation matters in most of the larger states including California, Florida, Illinois, Georgia, Texas, and New York. He is also Of Counsel at three law firms (2 in North Miami Beach and 1 in Southern California) where he handles a large volume of civil litigation (Product Liability, Premise Liability, Car Accidents, and...

Stephani Bennett served in the Air Force as an Airborne Cryptologic Linguist. She received her Bachelor’s degree from the University of Nebraska at Omaha and her Juris Doctor from the University of Nebraska College of Law. In law school, she clerked for attorneys in Lincoln and Omaha and served as vice president of a student organization responsible for setting up five events a year. Stephani practiced Family Law, Criminal Law, and Native American Law before finding a passion for Veterans’ Benefits Law. She is a strong proponent of Constitutional rights, particularly with regard to the Second Amendment. Stephani joined the...

Thomas T. Inkelaar is passionate about personal injury law, and considers this complicated and sensitive field his area of expertise. He’s prepared, enthusiastic and unwavering in his commitment to help his clients receive the most appropriate resolutions. As founder of Law Office of Thomas T. Inkelaar LLC, Thomas has established himself as a professional, qualified attorney who is authorized to practice law in Kansas and Nebraska.

Attorney Eric Hagen of Liberty Law Group specializes in a wide range of criminal defense matters, offering aggressive advocacy and strategic guidance to clients facing serious legal challenges. His experience spans DUI/OWI defense, sexual assault allegations, drug offenses, and domestic violence or other violent-crime charges, where he works to safeguard clients’ rights and challenge the prosecution’s case at every stage. He also represents individuals accused of financial crimes, gun and weapons violations, burglary, and other felony or misdemeanor offenses. In addition, Attorney Hagen handles complex federal criminal cases and assists professionals whose careers may be jeopardized by criminal accusations through...

Attorney Seth Morris of Liberty Law Group focuses his practice on defending individuals against a wide range of criminal accusations, providing strategic and proactive representation tailored to each client’s specific situation. His work includes DUI/OWI cases, sexual assault defense, drug-related charges—including complex interstate drug stop investigations—and domestic violence matters. He also represents clients in Title IX proceedings, allegations of child abuse, and a growing range of cybercrime cases. Attorney Morris is skilled in navigating sensitive charges such as unlawful intrusion and prostitution offenses, providing a steady, knowledgeable defense aimed at minimizing consequences and protecting his clients’ rights. Alongside his work...

I am William “Bill” Steffens, a personal injury attorney with 40 years of legal experience serving individuals and families across Nebraska. As a senior partner at Steffens Law Office, I have dedicated most of my career to representing those injured due to negligence, focusing on thorough case evaluation, long-term advocacy, and practical solutions. For the past 25 years, I have focused my practice on injury law, handling various claims involving motor vehicle collisions, serious injuries, and intricate liability matters. My approach relies on experience, patience, and the understanding that injury cases often require time and detailed documentation to fully evaluate their...

Nominated one of "10 Best" Attorneys for Nebraska by the American Institute of Family Law Attorneys in 2015. Winner of Michael W. Amdor Memorial Excellence in Legal Research Award.

I began as a Lawyer in Oregon with an almost exclusive criminal law practice. I relocated to Nebraska in November 2005 and began to focus on Family Law and Divorce and Juvenile Law. I also handle other civil types of legal issues. I have extensive litigation background and a successful history regarding criminal and family law outcomes.
While in Oregon, I was concurrently licensed in the State of Washington and in the DC Court of Appeals, and the US District Court for Oregon, and the 9th Circuit Court of Appeals.
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Bassel El-Kasaby is senior partner of KasabyNicholls. Practicing primarily in Immigration law, civil rights, and transportation law, Bassel holds a Juris Doctor degree with distinction from the University of Iowa. He also has a Masters Degree in Urban Planning. A former faculty member at the University of Nebraska at Omaha Aviation Institute, he was involved in teaching and research on aviation law, policy, and regulation.

Liam K. Meehan is a Partner at Wagner Meehan and Watson, LLP. He has practiced out of an office in Sarpy County since 2012. Mr. Meehan has an active family law practice in Sarpy, Douglas, and Pottawattamie County in Iowa. He handles divorces, modifications, child support and paternity cases. Mr. Meehan also has experience in criminal law dealing with both simple first time driving under influence charges to also handling more serious felonies. Mr. Meehan has represented criminal clients at the Nebraska Supreme Court on numerous occasions.

Mr. Meehan been awarded the Top 10 under 40 by The...

I practice primarily in the areas of real estate law, landlord law, probate and estate planning, in Douglas County, Nebraska and Sarpy County, Nebraska. Our office is conveniently located in mid-town Omaha. I am a 1995 graduate of Creighton Law School, Cum Laude, and have been primarily in solo practice most of the time since, working in the state courts in Omaha and Sarpy County, and doing appellate work at the Nebraska Supreme Court and Court of Appeals. I previously served in the United States Marine Corps and managed computer facilities for McDonnell Douglas, prior to my legal career. I am always...

Jeffrey F Putnam is a personal injury attorney and workers compensation attorney located in Omaha, Nebraska. If you have head, neck, or back injuries from your job or an auto accident, call today.

• Immediate Past Nebraska State Chairman American College of Trust and Estate Counsel [ACTEC] • Certified Estate Planning Law Specialist • Member Board of Directors Estate Law Specialist Board, Inc., the only estate planning certification organization accredited by the American Bar Association • Martindale-Hubbell AV-Preeminent Peer Review Rating and Distinguished Peer and Client Reviews • Best Lawyers in America • Super Lawyers • Omaha Estate Planning Council • Creighton University School of Law – Estate Planning Adjunct ...

A Heartland native, born in Omaha, Nebraska, Kyle McGinn is the fourth generation of respected lawyers in Council Bluffs, Iowa. He has significant jury trial experience. Before graduating with Distinction from the University of Nebraska College of Law in 2014, he graduated Magna Cum Laude from Creighton University in 2009 with a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and History. Prior to entering the practice of law, Kyle worked for a Nebraska Senator in the United States Senate. He maintains an active interest in politics, including serving as Precinct Caucus Chair in the 2020 Iowa Caucus. Kyle joined Hauptman, O’Brien, Wolf &...

When you are navigating a family law issue, having a dependable advocate can make all the difference. I am Kristine Roberts, a Senior Associate Attorney with Stange Law Firm, and I assist clients from our Omaha, Nebraska office. My focus is on helping individuals and families through divorce, custody, and other domestic relations matters with clarity, understanding, and practical guidance. I earned my Juris Doctor from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln College of Law and obtained a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with concentrations in Accounting and Marketing from Midland Lutheran College. I am licensed to practice law in Nebraska and...

Bottlinger Law L.L.C. is a full service law firm located in Omaha, NE. Jason Bottlinger’s legal services focus on comprehensive estate planning, agricultural law, and civil litigation including personal injury, medical malpractice, and contract law. From the beginning consultation to the closing arguments, we will be there every step of the way. Whether you need help planning your legacy, have a contract disagreement, or your neighbor's cows ate your corn; contact us today to see what we can do for you!

Andrew served ten years in the Marine Corps, first as an infantry officer and later as a judge advocate. He commanded a rifle platoon, a Dragons platoon, and a company in the Second Marine Division. After attending Creighton University on the Funded Law Program and graduating summa cum laude in 1986, he served as a trial defense counsel at Marine Corps Base, Quantico, Virginia. He participated in several high-profile military cases involving charges ranging from homicide to capital espionage.

In the years following his military service, Andrew has handled complex white collar criminal and civil cases in federal, military and...

Sean Cuddigan has been practicing law since 2008. Sean received his law degree from Creighton University School of Law. Sean’s primary focus is working on social security disability cases alongside his father owner Timothy J. Cuddigan. Sean has spent countless hours learning the in’s and out’s of Social Security Disability law including the process to collect medical records, call doctors, and appeal application denials. Most of Sean’s clients struggle with the disability process and seeing a client smile after winning a case is what drives Sean to do what he does. Sean enjoys the whole process from preparing for...

Eric R. Chandler is a founding partner of Chandler | Conway, a personal injury law firm based in Omaha, Nebraska. He represents individuals and families across Nebraska who have been injured in car accidents, trucking collisions, and other serious injury cases. Before entering private practice, Eric served as a criminal prosecutor with the Douglas County Attorney’s Office, where he handled numerous cases in court. That trial experience informs how he approaches personal injury claims today—from investigating liability to preparing cases for trial when necessary. Eric has spent much of his legal career representing injured clients in disputes with insurance companies and large...