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Thomas J. Olsen
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Thomas J. Olsen
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Omaha's Premier Criminal Defense Attorney-Former Prosecutor-30 Years Experience
Mr. Olsen is a former Assistant Attorney General for the State of Nebraska and Former Assistant Omaha City Prosecutor. His firm is devoted to Criminal Defense, and specializes in illegal search and seizure drug cases. Read More »
John S. Berry Jr.
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John S. Berry Jr.
(402) 466-8444 1414 Harney St
Suite 400
Omaha, NE 68102
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Criminal, DUI, Military and White Collar Crime
Creighton University
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...
Thomas M. Petersen
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Thomas M. Petersen
Omaha, NE Criminal Law Attorney with 28 years of experience
(402) 509-8070 11930 Arbor Street
Suite 201
Omaha, NE 68144
Free ConsultationCriminal, DUI, Domestic Violence and White Collar Crime
Creighton University School of Law
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...
Brendan Michael Kelly
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Brendan Michael Kelly
Omaha, NE Criminal Law Lawyer with 33 years of experience
(402) 455-1711 1904 Farnam Street
Suite 101
Omaha, NE 68102
Free ConsultationCriminal, DUI, Juvenile and Traffic Tickets
Creighton University, School of Law
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.
Justin B. Kalemkiarian
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Justin B. Kalemkiarian
Omaha, NE Criminal Law Attorney with 11 years of experience
(402) 466-8444 1414 Harney St
Suite 400
Omaha, NE 68102
Free ConsultationCriminal and DUI
University of Iowa
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...
Michael Stageman
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Michael Stageman
Omaha, NE Criminal Law Lawyer with 10 years of experience
(402) 650-4660 9202 W Dodge Rd
Suite 307
Omaha, NE 68114
Free ConsultationCriminal and DUI
Creighton University School of Law
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...
Thomas J. Olsen
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Thomas J. Olsen
Omaha, NE Criminal Law Lawyer with 35 years of experience
(402) 598-5789 209 S. 19th St., #525
Omaha, NE 68102
Free ConsultationCriminal, DUI and White Collar Crime
Syracuse University College of Law
Mr. Olsen is Nebraska's Premier Criminal Defense Attorney with more than 34 years of criminal trial experience. Tom's entire law practice is 100% devoted to Criminal Defense, and he is an expert in Criminal Defense matters, including State and Federal Drug Charges and DUI/DWI, representing thousands of clients just like you facing serious criminal charges. Tom graduated from Syracuse University College of Law with Magna Cum Laude Honors in 1988, receiving numerous awards and accolades for high scholastic achievement, including Trial Advocacy and Constitutional Law. He began his legal career with the prestigious Wall Street law firm of...
Michael Joseph Wilson
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Michael Joseph Wilson
Omaha, NE Criminal Law Lawyer with 19 years of experience
(402) 466-8444 1414 Harney St
Suite 400
Omaha, NE 68102
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Michigan State University College of Law
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,...
Perry Andrew Pirsch
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Perry Andrew Pirsch
Omaha, NE Criminal Law Lawyer with 25 years of experience
(402) 521-0930 8610 West Dodge Rd.
Suite 1
Omaha, NE 68114
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University of Nebraska - Lincoln
Perry Andrew Pirsch has 20 years of experience in the practice of law. In addition to over a decade in private practice, Perry served as an Assistant Attorney General for the State of Nebraska in Civil Litigation (1998-2000), Legislative Counsel to U.S. Rep. Lee Terry (2003-2004), General Counsel to the Nebraska State Auditor of Public Accounts (2004-2007), and Deputy and Counsel to the Nebraska State Treasurer (2007-2008).

Perry received his Juris Doctorate (J.D.) from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln (UNL) College of Law in 1998 and Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Political Science in 1994 ( UNL). He also holds a...
Thomas T Inkelaar
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Thomas T Inkelaar
Omaha, NE Criminal Law Lawyer with 37 years of experience
(877) 487-8711 12020 Shamrock Plaza
#105
Omaha, NE 68154
Free ConsultationCriminal, DUI, Elder and Personal Injury
Washburn University School of Law
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.
Bassel Farouk El-Kasaby
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Bassel Farouk El-Kasaby
Omaha, NE Criminal Law Lawyer with 22 years of experience
(402) 884-0700 308 S 19th St
Omaha, NE 68102
Free ConsultationCriminal, Appeals, Civil Rights and DUI
University of Iowa
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.
Alan David Martin
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Alan David Martin
Omaha, NE Criminal Law Attorney with 23 years of experience
(402) 980-2200 1905 Harney Street--Suite 502
Omaha, NE 68102
Free ConsultationCriminal, Consumer, DUI and Divorce
South Texas College of Law
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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Eric Robert Chandler
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Eric Robert Chandler
Omaha, NE Criminal Law Lawyer
(402) 933-6858 1018 Dodge Street
Suite 5
Omaha, NE 68102
Free ConsultationOffers Video ConferencingVideo ConfCriminal, Medical Malpractice, Personal Injury and Products Liability
University of Nebraska - Lincoln
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...
Andrew Strotman
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Andrew Strotman
Omaha, NE Criminal Law Lawyer with 38 years of experience
(402) 466-8444 1414 Harney St
Suite 400
Omaha, NE 68102
Free ConsultationCriminal and Military
Creighton University School of Law
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...
Michael John Fitzpatrick
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Michael John Fitzpatrick
Omaha, NE Criminal Law Attorney with 24 years of experience
(402) 346-9140 1905 Harney St #501
Omaha, NE 68102
Criminal, DUI and Personal Injury
Creighton University School of Law
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...
Ivan Velasco Jr.
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Ivan Velasco Jr.
Omaha, NE Criminal Law Attorney with 22 years of experience
(402) 932-4826 319 S. 17th St.
Ste. 728
Omaha, NE 68102
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Lewis & Clark Law School
Ivan Velasco, Jr.'s parents immigrated to the United States from El Salvador in the late 1960s. Ivan grew up speaking Spanish and English. He graduated from Harvard University in 1998, and from Lewis and Clark Law School in 2001. He has been practicing law since 2001, and now exclusively practices immigration law.
Shurie Graeve
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Shurie Graeve
Omaha , NE Criminal Law Attorney with 29 years of experience
(402) 393-0307 9290 W Dodge Rd
Suite 104
Omaha , NE 68114-3320
Criminal, Divorce, Family and White Collar Crime
Creighton University School of Law
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...
Michael Poepsel
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Michael Poepsel
Omaha, NE Criminal Law Attorney with 39 years of experience
(402) 346-2283 1905 Harney St
Omaha, NE 68102
Free ConsultationCriminal, DUI, Domestic Violence and Traffic Tickets
Creighton University School of Law
Michael Poepsel specializes in criminal defense and is committed to providing personal service for every case taken on. Of coarse, there is no substitute for our free, no-obligation, in-person initial case evaluation. We want welcome the opportunity to meet with you and your family, discuss your circumstances and assist you in determining your legal rights.
Desirae  Solomon
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Desirae Solomon
Omaha, NE Criminal Law Lawyer with 20 years of experience
(402) 578-4260 13215 Birch Drive Suite 103
Omaha, NE 68164
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Creighton University School of Law
Working diligently for more than a decade to protect and advise her clients in a wide variety of legal matters, Desirae Solomon has earned the respect of her clients and colleagues alike. Specializing in civil litigation, Desirae combines over 16 years of experience with a keen understanding of the Nebraska community, to benefit her clients with pragmatic legal advice resulting in the best possible outcome.
Angela Houston Heimes
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Angela Houston Heimes
Omaha, NE Criminal Law Lawyer with 25 years of experience
(866) 503-9304 1500 Omaha Tower
2120 South 72nd Street
Omaha, NE 68124
Criminal, Divorce, Family and Juvenile
Creighton University School of Law
Angela H. Heimes is an attorney with over twenty years experience, who has successfully negotiated and litigated on behalf of hundreds of clients over the years. Her areas of expertise are divorce, custody, guardianships, criminal cases, and juvenile court cases. She practices in Douglas County, Sarpy County, Cass County, and other surrounding areas in Eastern Nebraska.


Harry A. Hoch
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Harry A. Hoch
Omaha, NE Criminal Law Attorney with 15 years of experience
(402) 986-7858 1004 Farnam St
#103
Omaha, NE 68102
Free ConsultationCriminal, Personal Injury and Workers' Comp
Creighton University School of Law
Harry Hoch III started practicing law after graduating from Creighton University School of Law in 2009. As an associate with an Omaha firm, Harry defended workers’ compensation and personal injury claims for insurance companies. This experience gave Harry valuable insight into the process insurance companies analyze and value injury claims.

In May of 2016, Harry founded Harry A. Hoch III Law, L.L.C. Since that time, he has continued to dedicate his practice to helping people injured in workplace accidents and motor vehicle collisions. In addition to representing the injured, Harry also represents people that have been charged with crimes.

Harry is licensed...
Adam Sipple
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Adam Sipple
Omaha, NE Criminal Law Attorney with 30 years of experience
(402) 778-5055 12020 Shamrock Plaza
Suite 200
Omaha, NE 68154
Free ConsultationCriminal, Civil Rights, Personal Injury and White Collar Crime
Washington University in St. Louis
Marcus Sladek
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Marcus Sladek
Omaha, NE Criminal Law Lawyer with 11 years of experience
(402) 933-6858 17504 Wright Street
Omaha, NE 68130
Criminal
Creighton University School of Law
With vast experience as both a defense attorney and prosecutor, Marcus Sladek is as well-rounded in the art of criminal defense as one will find in the greater Omaha area. Marcus gives great care, attention and a personal touch to every client he represents, whether charged with a crime or injured in an accident. After nearly 12 years’ experience in both defense practice and the Omaha City Prosecutor’s office, Marcus calls the Douglas County Courthouse his second home. Demonstrating a deliberate, soft approach with prosecutors and judges, Marcus also provides expertise in evidentiary rules and vigorous litigation skills...
Alton Elie Mitchell
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Alton Elie Mitchell
Omaha, NE Criminal Law Lawyer with 17 years of experience
(402) 706-8760 101 S 38th Ave
Omaha, NE 68131
Criminal, DUI, Divorce and Family
Jerry Sena
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Jerry Sena
Omaha, NE Criminal Law Attorney with 25 years of experience
(402) 884-7444 1913 Farman Street, Suite B
Omaha, NE 68102
Free ConsultationCriminal, Divorce and Insurance Claims
University of Nebraska - Lincoln
Went into private practice directly after law school for Paragas Law Offices, from 1999 to 2002; Adams & Sullivan. P.C., from 2002 to 2006. In 2006 began the law firm of J. Joseph Sena, PC LLO, Attorney at Law until forming the law partnership of Sena & Polk, LLP. Areas of practice include Immigration, Criminal, (State and Federal) (DUI, Drug Possession, assault, traffic etc.) Domestic (divorce child support, paternity, etc.) Personal Injury, Wrongful Death, etc. 2013, added a third partner to become Sens Polk & Stacy, LLP, Areas of practice include Immigration, Criminal, (State and Federal) (DUI, Drug...
William O'Brien
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William O'Brien
Omaha, NE Criminal Law Lawyer with 16 years of experience
(402) 201-8581 5062 S. 108th St., #111
Omaha, NE 68137
Criminal, Civil Rights, DUI and Social Security Disability
University of Nebraska - Lincoln
John Stevens Berry Sr.
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John Stevens Berry Sr.
Omaha, NE Criminal Law Attorney with 59 years of experience
(402) 466-8444 1414 Harney St
Suite 400
Omaha, NE 68102
Criminal and Cannabis Law
John Stevens Berry, Sr. has appeared in court in 24 states and two foreign countries. Following his military service, he was briefly associated with the Henry B. Rothblatt Offices in New York in 1970 and 1971, where he tried a number of high-profile cases. He returned to Lincoln, Nebraska, in 1971 and has continued to have a regional criminal trial practice. In 1986, he was Civilian Defense Counsel in the biggest drug bust in the history of Japan. He has conducted seminars for practicing lawyers in Kansas City, Missouri, and Lincoln and Omaha, Nebraska, and has been invited to the...
Timothy Ashford
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Timothy Ashford
Omaha, NE Criminal Law Lawyer with 34 years of experience
(402) 660-5544 1603 Farnam Street
Omaha, NE 68101
Free ConsultationCriminal, DUI and Personal Injury
Drake University
As one of Nebraska’s top criminal defense attorneys, Mr. Timothy L. Ashford was invited by the Nebraska State Bar Association as a criminal defense attorney to speak on a panel in which 580 Nebraska Attorneys were in attendance. Only a few criminal defense attorneys have been invited by the Nebraska State Bar Association to speak on a panel in front of 580 attorneys so it was an honor for Mr. Ashford to receive the invitation and to speak. As a former prosecutor and now a defense attorney, Attorney Ashford has used his experience and knowledge of the law to...
Thomas Horgan
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Thomas Horgan
Omaha, NE Criminal Law Lawyer
(402) 965-0652 13304 West Center Road
Suite 109
Omaha, NE 68144
Criminal, Family, Insurance Defense and Personal Injury
Creighton University School of Law
Sean Conway
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Sean Conway
OMAHA, NE Criminal Law Attorney
(402) 933-6858 17504 Wright St., Ste. 101
OMAHA, NE 68183
Criminal, Personal Injury and Workers' Comp
Whether his clients are charged with a crime or injured in an accident, Sean Conway works tirelessly to ensure the best possible outcome for those he represents. He cares deeply about his clients and about justice – a great combination for someone who excels in both criminal defense and personal injury law. Sean’s beginnings as a public defender helped shape him into the lawyer he is today. His years of experience and knowledge of the ins and outs of the law has helped lessen or eliminate the charges for many of his clients charged with major felonies, drug trafficking and conspiracy...
Kevin Ryan
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Kevin Ryan
Omaha, NE Criminal Law Attorney
(402) 341-9300 209 S 19th St
Omaha, NE 68102
Criminal
Michael Gooch
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Michael Gooch
Omaha, NE Criminal Law Attorney with 46 years of experience
(402) 333-0722 P. O. Box 540938
Omaha, NE 68154
Criminal and Appeals
Jeffrey S Leuschen
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Jeffrey S Leuschen
Omaha, NE Criminal Law Attorney with 10 years of experience
(402) 957-2738 319 South 17th Street
Suite 700
Omaha, NE 68102
Criminal, DUI, Family and Juvenile
Creighton University School of Law
Jeff Leuschen is licensed to practice law in Nebraska and provides representation throughout eastern Nebraska. His practice is focused in the areas of criminal defense, family law, juvenile law, and civil litigation. He understands that whether you are charged with a crime, going through a divorce or custody action, or had someone breach a contract, that it is on the forefront of your mind. Whatever the issue may be it can be both mentally and emotionally taxing. Jeff will listen to your story and as your advocate strive to get the best outcome possible.
James Crampton
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James Crampton
Omaha, NE Criminal Law Lawyer
(402) 341-9929 319 S 17th St Ste 740
Omaha, NE 68102
Criminal, DUI, Divorce and Family
D.A. 'Duke' Drouillard
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D.A. "Duke" Drouillard
Omaha, NE Criminal Law Lawyer
(402) 905-2100 Farnam 1600 Executive Suites
1603 Farnam St.
Omaha, NE 68102
Criminal and Juvenile
Annette Marie Ruffcorn
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Annette Marie Ruffcorn
Omaha, NE Criminal Law Lawyer with 12 years of experience
(402) 699-8318 3606 N 156th St
Ste 101-330
Omaha, NE 68116
Criminal, Business, Civil Rights and Estate Planning
University of Nebraska College of Law
Arturo Perez
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Arturo Perez
Omaha, NE Criminal Law Attorney
(402) 507-5089 14301 First National Bank Pkwy, Suite 100
Omaha, NE 68154
Criminal and Juvenile
John Wilke
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John Wilke
Omaha, NE Criminal Law Attorney with 45 years of experience
(402) 345-2000 1823 Harney Street
Suite 1006
Omaha, NE 68102
Criminal, DUI, Divorce and Personal Injury
Julie Frank
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Julie Frank
Omaha, NE Criminal Law Lawyer
(402) 346-2215 209 S 19th Street
Suite 323C
Omaha, NE 68102
Criminal, Juvenile and Social Security Disability
Mr. D.C. Bradford
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Mr. D.C. Bradford
Omaha, NE Criminal Law Attorney
1620 Dodge St. #1800
Omaha, NE 68102-1505
Criminal
Nicholas Edmund Wurth
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Nicholas Edmund Wurth
Omaha, NE Criminal Law Attorney
(402) 884-9620 319 S. 17th Street
Suite # 522
Omaha, NE 68102
Criminal, Business, DUI and Family
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