Blaine County Lawyers

When family law and divorce issues arise in Omaha, Nebraska, it is common to feel like you don’t know where to begin. This time in your life is likely filled with emotions and stress, but having caring and competent legal counsel in your corner can provide you with peace of mind and you can rest easy knowing that your case is in caring hands. Greggory “Gregg” Norman is a passionate Junior Associate Attorney with Stange Law Firm, PC. He can represent clients in Douglas County, Nebraska, and the surrounding areas, from the firm’s Omaha, NE family law office. Gregg attended Creighton...

I first learned about the irrational disability decision making process of the Social Security in the 1980s. My sister was born with Downs Syndrome, an intellectual disability. She worked in a sheltered workshop and earned enough to have a small Social Security payment.My family was stunned when Social Security cut off her benefits because she medically improved. This of course was not true because individuals living with down syndrome don't medically improve. My father battled with social security and got her back on benefits. Later she received a settlement for the money she was owed. This inspired me to enter...

David A. Domina founded Domina Law Group in 1975. His diverse and extensive trial experience makes him stand out among all other trial lawyers. Just one of the factors that sets Mr. Domina apart is that he is one of only a handful of attorneys to have won a jury verdict for more than $1 billion. He is experienced in handling national, regional and local proceedings for cases that involve commercial litigation, cattle and dairy law, eminent domain, complex personal injury and many others. On his own, he tried over 340 cases to verdict and argued over 250 state and...

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.

Jared earned his Juris Doctorate from the University of Nebraska College of Law, where he focused on litigation, mediation, family law, and employment law. During law school, Jared gained valuable legal experience working as a Senior-Certified Student Guardian ad Litem for the UNL Children’s Justice Clinic where he represented children subjected to abuse or neglect by a parent. He also worked as a legal intern for the Project Harmony/Foster Care Review Office which oversees all Nebraska youth in out-of-home placements. His legal work also included spending time as a legal intern with the South Dakota Attorney General’s Office. Before attending...

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...

Thomas E. (Tom) Whitmore was educated at Creighton University in Omaha. He began his career in 1969 as an associate at a prominent Omaha business law firm. In 1970, he accepted an opportunity to enter corporate practice, first with Fairmont Foods Company, then a New York Stock Exchange listed Company and later with the Foods Division of The Coca Cola Company. He resumed private law practice when he joined McGrath, North, O’Malley & Kratz, the law firm that represented ConAgra, Inc. and Valmont Industries, Inc. as well as a number of prominent Omaha business interests. In 1979, he left that...

Protecting your family and business.

Julianne M. Spatz is a partner with the law firm of Kinsey Rowe Becker & Kistler, LLP. Much of Julianne's practice is dedicated to counseling individuals, families and businesses in her areas of specialty. These areas include immigration, estate planning, guardianship, special needs trusts, business formation and juvenile law.

Represents individuals and businesses with respect to complex business litigation in federal and state courts and arbitration proceedings concerning corporate disputes, copyright, trademark and unfair competition, computers and technology and products.

Leading The Robert Pahlke Law Group, Attorney Pahlke has been practicing personal injury, product liability, railroad injury (FELA), and medical malpractice law for over three decades. His skill and high-quality service has made him a sought-out attorney not just for cases in Nebraska, but also from other states including New York, Florida, Missouri, California, Washington, and Montana. Attorney Pahlke believes it is important to meet with potential clients in person not only for a better introduction, but also so that the individual has the opportunity to explain their situation. Attorney Pahlke is prepared to represent individuals who have been involved...

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...

I am a former blue-collar worker turned attorney. I have previously worked as a furniture delivery driver, bullet manufacturer, and was an enlisted member of the U.S. Navy. My prior non-professional work experience gives me a unique client perspective. I offer many of my legal services on a flat fee basis and also provided Limited Scope Representation for certain matters, including Family Law matters and Business Formation/Compliance. I also accept payments for those who need the option. I have substantial courtroom experience in both Criminal and Civil matters, including Divorce, Paternity, and Custody actions. I also have substantial knowledge and experience concerning...

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.

Attorney Christopher P. Welsh has worked on both sides of the law as a defense attorney representing insurance companies and a personal injury lawyer for private practices. His only focus now is to help personal injury clients get the financial compensation and peace of mind they deserve. He understands the opposition we face and knows how to win a lawsuit against major corporations and insurance agencies.

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...

Our lawyers offer bankruptcy and non-bankruptcy solutions to debt and cash flow problems for small and large businesses, individuals and families.

Deziree has lived in Nebraska most of her life. She graduated from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln in 2013 with a B.A. in Psychology which provided her with an essential foundation for helping people through some of the most difficult times in their lives and sparking her interest in the legal field. Prior to graduating from the Nebraska College of Law with her Juris Doctor in 2016, Deziree was as a senior-certified law student and participated in the law school’s Family Law Clinic, both of which gave her practical experience in handling real cases for real people. These...

John Mitchell Heida is an experienced and highly rated attorney in the areas of intellectual property, business and aviation law. He has held senior management and legal roles in several cutting-edge technology companies and represents technology innovators, business owners, aircraft operators, mechanics and pilots in private practice. He remains an active pilot with an ATP certificate and jet rating.

The Law Office of Donald L. Schense opened in 1998. I earned my undergraduate degree in 1978 and law degree in 1982 from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. Before opening my Law Practice, I held positions as an active duty Judge Advocate in the United States Air Force (Colonel, Ret.), Deputy Lancaster County Attorney, Deputy Douglas County Attorney, and Special Assistant United States Attorney. I retired from the Nebraska Air National Guard in 2009 after 25 years of service as the Senior Staff Judge Advocate assigned to Joint Force Headquarters for the state of Nebraska. I have a total of 33...

S. A. Mora James, JD, has been practicing law since April 22, 1992. Mora James is a seasoned litigator both in Federal and State courts of Nebraska including the U.S. Immigration Court in Omaha. In addition, Mora James has Appellate experience in the U.S. Appeals Court of the 8th Circuit and the U.S. Supreme Court. Mora James respectfully represents clients across the State of Nebraska. Mora James is dedicated to provide top quality legal services to all people with compassion and understanding in the most welcoming atmosphere possible. Mora James believes that the pursuit of Justice should be available to all...

As a Lincoln, NE criminal defense lawyer with a background as a Federal Defender, Carlos A. Monzón knows how to handle tough and challenging cases. He previously served on the Minority and Justice Task Force Implementation Committee, handling hundreds of cases before the United States District Court for the District of Nebraska. He is affiliated with numerous associations and organizations, including the Nebraska Hispanic Bar Association, the Nebraska Criminal Defense Attorneys Association, and the Child Guidance Center. He has been practicing law for more than a decade and received the Charitable Funds Visionary Award for improving the administration of justice...

My law practice is devoted to handling complex commercial real estate matters throughout the United States. I represent both national lending institutions and borrowers in negotiating, documenting and closing mortgage loan and mezzanine loan transactions. I am experienced in representing clients in connection with distressed commercial real estate loans including negotiating forbearance agreements, workouts, restructurings, property acquisitions and dispositions. I also actively represent clients in commercial real estate acquisition, development, leasing, disposition, sale-leaseback and tenant in common transactions.

Robert L. Kardell (Bob) is an attorney whose practice focuses on proactive cyber incident planning and legal requirements as well as cyber-breach incident response. The practice area also includes legal and technology-based risk management solutions, technology and cyber-defense policy and protections, intrusion remediation, and fraud prevention and investigation. Bob has more than 22 years of experience working for the Federal Bureau of Investigation as a Special Agent. In his career, Bob has also worked on cyber-crime investigations as well as public corruption, white collar, and financial criminal and civil investigations. Bob has been both a certified computer forensics examiner and...

I am licensed to practice law in Nebraska & Iowa. I have been a practicing attorney since 1999. I have experience in all areas of family law, including divorce, child custody, child support, parenting time, modification existing decrees, paternity, guardianship, and adoption. I have focused experience in contested custody cases as well as cases involving relocating parents who wish to move with their children out of Nebraska. I also have extensive experience in juvenile law and grandparent rights cases.

John Lentz chose the legal profession later in life because he wanted a challenging and rewarding career where he could help people in unfortunate situations and help people plan in order to avoid those same circumstances in the future. John graduated from the University of Nebraska College of Law, receiving a Juris Doctorate with Distinction in 2010. He also holds a Master of Arts in Philosophy. While in law school, John received CALI Excellence for the Future Awards in Bankruptcy, Secured Transactions, Business Planning, and Native American Law Seminar....

Robert was born and raised in Lincoln, Nebraska. He graduated from Nebraska Wesleyan University with a Bachelor of Science Degree and his law degree from The University of Nebraska College of Law. He has worked for Cada Law since he was an undergraduate student. Robert is a member of the Nebraska State Bar Association, Catholic Bar Association, Nebraska Association of Trial Attorneys (NATA), Lincoln Independent Business Association and has been elected a state delegate to the Nebraska Republican party. Robert is also a member of the Holy Name Society at Immaculate Conception Church and is a third-degree Knight of Columbus.