Sherman County Lawyers

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...

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 &...

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...

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.

Former attorney with IRS. I can help with your tax matters. I spent five years with the IRS and that did not stop me from continuing to represent people in tax matters both in Omaha, Nebraska and on a national basis. I was born in Omaha Nebraska in 1952 and maintain both my local roots and local values while providing first-class tax services to my clients. In my spare time I am a Russian history buff and get more joy than anyone deserves from my two grandchildren.

I worked six years in the tax industry, representing all types of taxpayers from individuals and small business owners to Fortune 500 companies. I clerked for the Honorable Ronald Lee Buch of the U.S. Tax Court. Since my time at the Tax Court, I honed my skills in the various areas of the legal profession. I previously worked in the Washington, DC law offices of Miller & Chevalier as well as Chamberlain Hrdlicka and more recently Willkie Farr. I represented individuals, corporations, and partnerships at all stages of an IRS examination, at appeals, and Tax Court in connection with federal income...

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 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...

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...

Prior to founding his firm, Peng worked for the Nebraska Supreme Court as a Public Guardian Associate Attorney where he dealt with family law and guardianship on a regular basis. Peng received his B.A. from the University of Nebraska Omaha, M.B.A. from the University of Nebraska Lincoln, and J.D. from the University of Nebraska Lincoln College of Law. During his law school, Peng clerked for the Nebraska Department of Labor and UNL Entrepreneurship Legal Clinic.

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...

Very few lawyers devote their practice to one thing only. I think that is a mistake. I believe that the very best work comes from dedication to one thing. We don't try to juggle car accidents, slip and falls, medical malpractice, criminal defense, or any other area of the law. We don't think that's best for the people that we need to work for. That's why Oval Car Accident Law only helps people who were hurt in car accidents.

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,...

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.

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.

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...

Knowles Law Firm is a family owned and operated law firm in Omaha, Nebraska and Ben is part of the third generation of experience that the firm brings to the local community. Graduating from Creighton Law School in 2011, Ben joined his father and brother at the firm and focuses on plaintiff side personal injury cases. If you have been injured by negligent behavior, contact Knowles Law Firm today and request a free consultation to discuss your claim.

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...

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...

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...

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.

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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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.

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...

Ryan Caldwell is a bankruptcy attorney in Omaha and Lincoln, Nebraska. He helps clients get out of debt by filing bankruptcy for people throughout Southeastern Nebraska such as Beatrice, York, Columbus, Norfolk, Lincoln, Omaha, Blair, Papillion, Bellevue, Grand Island, Hastings, and Kearney.

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,...

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.

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.

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 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...

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.

Jeremy Parsley is a Lincoln, NE criminal defense and personal injury lawyer.

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.

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...

Someone once said that "the dinner table will look much different in 10 years" and this is very true. The problem is that many do not plan that far ahead. They are not prepared for change, and that change can bring with it great uncertainty and both financial and legal problems.

I provide legal services related to estate planning, probate, inheritance tax and elder law, which can help eliminate or mitigate many of the issues that arise from the "changing dinner table." With over 40 years of experience practicing in Douglas County, Nebraska, I am eager to support your family as...