Saunders County Lawyers

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).

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.

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...

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...

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,...

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...

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.

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...

I have been a defense attorney for the last 26 plus years. I'm currently licensed in Nebraska, Iowa and hold an inactive license in Colorado. I also handle matters in federal court. Give me a call to help with criminal defense, DUI/OUI, Family and Divorce law. We offer free friendly advice and will get your matter going for you. Put us in your corner.

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...

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.

Chad J. Wythers attended the University of Nebraska (B.A. 1996) and the University of Nebraska, College of Law (J.D. 2001).

Chad is a member of the Nebraska State Bar Association, the Nebraska Criminal Defense Attorney Association (NCDAA), the Lincoln, Bar Association, and the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (NACDL). He is admitted to practice law in the State of Nebraska; the United States District Court, District of Nebraska; the United States Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit; and the United States Court of Appeals for Veterans’ Claims.

Chad has tried cases in multiple states and is a member of California...

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.

Helping families help themselves. Assisting families in Nebraska who choose to mediate their divorce and parenting plans. There is an increased interest in divorce mediation and DIY divorce. Divorce is a complex process; through mediation, we assist families in resolving their divorce without the need for litigation. We welcome the involvement of attorneys in mediation as well as mediation without attorney involvement. It is your mediation; you choose how to proceed. Divorce mediation services include assisting with an amicable divorce, uncontested divorce, DIY divorce, and contested and high-conflict divorce mediation.

An experienced business attorney, Michael assists clients in a broad array of business matters involving numerous industries and various substantive legal issues, including: • Counseling on form of business and tax ramifications of each selection; drafting organizational documents; corporate, tax and other federal, state and local filings and compliance measures; and business qualification in other states; • Structuring and negotiating domestic real estate, business and asset transactions; • General estate planning matters including wills, trusts and probate proceedings; • Representing government entities and business in cross boarder regulatory and antirust matters Japanese language litigation discovery and due...

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...

I practice primarily in the areas of real estate law, probate, estate planning , guardianship, conservatorship and debt collection. I am conveniently located in mid-town near the court houses in Omaha.

I am a 1995 graduate of Creighton Law School, Cum Laude, and have been in solo practice most of the time since, working primarily 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...

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...

• Fellow - 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 Professor • Nebraska Bar Association - Real Estate, Probate &...

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...

Eric Chandler is a former criminal prosecutor with the Douglas County Attorney's Office. Mr. Chandler left his job as a prosecutor in 2007 to open The Law Office of Eric R. Chandler, PC, LLO, which this year became Chandler Conway, PC, LLO. Mr. Chandler specializes in personal injury and criminal defense law. His injury practice is focused on helping people who have been severely injured in an accident or the families of those who have been killed. Most of Mr. Chandler's cases involve injuries or death stemming from motor vehicle accidents, trucking accidents or constructions site...

Facing a divorce or any other family law matter can be a challenging task. In these situations, it is important to remember that life will look better on the other side if you take the necessary steps to protect your rights. Adam Barritt is a caring Associate Attorney with Stange Law Firm, PC. He is ready to assist clients throughout Lancaster County, Nebraska and the surrounding areas from the firm’s Lincoln, Nebraska family law office. Adam earned his Juris Doctorate from the University of Nebraska College of Law in Lincoln, Nebraska. While in law school, he was the recipient of the...

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...

As a lawyer, I have helped hundreds (maybe thousands) of people who were hurt by bad drivers, and I'm proud that that people trust me to help them through difficult times. I am one of a very few lawyers in Nebraska who only handle car accident cases (no slip and falls, medical malpractice, criminal defense or any other type of case). I believe that excellence comes from dedication.

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 &...

As a partner of Knowles Law Firm, along with my brother Jim, our family owned and operated firm has been in business for almost 50 years. If you need a personal injury attorney in Omaha that has experience you can trust, contact our office for a free consultation today.

I attended UNL College of Law in Lincoln, Nebraska and graduated in May of 2013. I currently reside in Omaha, Nebraska which is my home. My passion is to help families grow through adoption. My practice focuses on adoption law, wills and trusts, juvenile law and immigration matters. I pride myself in giving my clients exceptional service and look forward to serving you.

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!

Tim Sullivan earned his J.D. Degree from the University of Nebraska College of Law in 1999. Tim is currently engaged in the private practice of Law. He received the Nebraska Lawyer’s Foundation Visionary Award in 2010. Tim grew up in the military; and attended numerous secular and Catholic elementary, junior high and high schools in Japan, North Carolina, New Mexico, Nebraska, Virginia, and California. Two of those years Tim attended Nebraska City schools. After graduating from Lourdes in 1977, Tim served on active duty in the U.S. Air Force, and later as a Security Specialist at...

Michael J. Fitzpatrick graduated from Peru State College in 1993 with a bachelor’s degree in history. After graduation from Peru State College, Michael attended and graduated from the State of Nebraska Police Academy in Grand Island and worked as a police office for three years. It was during his time as a law enforcement officer that Michael decided to follow his passion and attend law school. Michael received his law degree from Creighton University School of Law in 2000.

Since obtaining his law degree, Michael has had the distinct privilege to work as a prosecutor and as a defense...

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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Graeve’s 23 year career includes experience as a sole practitioner, an associate attorney, small business counsel, and elected official. Graeve has represented corporate, individual, and government clients throughout Nebraska. Graeve is a former County Attorney who served as the county’s chief legal advisor, law enforcement officer, prosecutor, and coroner. Graeve focusses her practice in the area of litigation, negotiation, and mediation. Graeve has been recognized for completing 90 hours of formal training in the theory and practice of conflict resolution techniques, including the mediation process, neutrality, agreement writing, ethics, and skills strategies, and advanced techniques for successful mediation in family...