Brown County Lawyers

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.

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.

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...

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...

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...

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...

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.

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,...

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...

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 South Central Nebraska, including Buffalo, Sherman, Kearney, Franklin, Harlan Furnas, Gosper, Dawson, Hall, Adams and Red Willow Counties. I am originally from the Black Hills of South Dakota. I enjoy playing the cello, drag racing with my family, reading, travelling, and spending time with my husband and pets.

• 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 &...

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...

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).

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...

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.

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...

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.

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...

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...

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.

Smith Law Omaha is located at 12020 Shamrock Plaza, Suite 200, Omaha Nebraska. You can also follow us on Facebook and Twitter @smithlawomaha. We offer services in many areas of law including: Wills, Car Accidents, Guardianship, Real Estate Closings, Evictions, Divorce, Criminal Defense, Annulment, Legal Separation, DUIs, Personal Injury and Contracts. Member of Nebraska State Bar Association and Omaha Bar Association. Attorney Rebecca Smith has been in practice for 20 years. She earned her undergraduate degree from Wayne State College, Wayne, Nebraska in 1978. She graduated from Creighton Law School in 1988 and has a thriving practice in...

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!

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...

Aaron graduated from Creighton University School of Law in May 2013. While in law school, he was a member of the Public Interest Law Forum and the Thomas More Chapter of the Phi Alpha Delta Law Fraternity. Aaron also took part in the Moot Court Competition in Fall 2011. Before studying law, Aaron earned both a Master of Arts and a Bachelor of Arts in History from the University of Nebraska at Omaha, where he was also named to the Dean’s List and the Chancellor’s List for his academic prowess. Before joining the Omaha, Nebraska family lawyers at Stange Law...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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 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.

Sam Turco Law Offices is devoted to representing individuals and businesses in the United States Bankruptcy Court. We are bankruptcy and debt settlement attorneys with offices in Omaha and Lincoln, Nebraska. Our office has represented thousands of customers in bankruptcy court. Sam Turco is a member of the National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys and the American Bankruptcy Institute. He is a member of the Nebraska and Iowa bar associations, and has been a speaker at various bankruptcy conferences.

Jordan will accept cases in the following counties: Lancaster, Saunders, Seward, York, Butler, Dodge, Sarpy, Cass, Otoe, Johnson, Gage, Saline. This list is not meant to be exhaustive. If you want to know whether he takes cases in the county you have a legal question, feel free to contact him. Jordan spent the first two and a half years of his career with Fye Law Office in Holdrege, Nebraska. There he served the clients in 14 counties across Central and South Western Nebraska. He gained a great deal of trial experience with civil cases, particularly divorces involving children,...

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...

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.