Top best Criminal Defense Lawyers Near me in ZIP 68102

With nearly a decade of experience as an Omaha trial lawyer, Natalie has avidly represented clients against the most serious of felony charges, including first degree murder and drug cases, as well as for misdemeanor assaults and DUIs. She has successfully achieved victories in a number of trials, including verdicts of not guilty by reason of insanity. To that end, from her time as a public defender, Natalie has extensive experience in both trial and appellate litigation, having fought numerous cases all the way to the Supreme Court of Nebraska. She has had success in overturning Nebraska law in its highest court to the advantage of her client.. Natalie has also presented at numerous legal education seminars to fellow attorneys on a number of topics, including DNA interpretation and analysis of phone extractions, particularly cellular site location information. Natalie’s wide-ranging knowledge in forensics serves her clients in ensuring the best options are exhausted and available in each individual case.. Natalie’s background as an Omaha trial lawyer has created a framework for seeking justice for clients who have been injured in an accident or hurt at work.

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, the Nebraska Court of Appeals, and the Eighth Circuit Court of Appeals. As a member of the Nebraska’s Regional Advisory Board for the Midwest Innocence Project, he works to obtain and support the exoneration and release of individuals wrongfully convicted in the Midwest.. Mike earned his B.S. from the University of Nebraska at Lincoln before accepting an academic merit scholarship to attend the Michigan State University College of Law, where he graduated in 2005 with Honors. While in law school, Mike served as a law clerk to the Hon. William Whitbeck, Chief Judge of the Michigan Court of Appeals, and as an Associate Editor of the Michigan State Law Review. Prior to joining the firm, Mike worked as the Executive Director of First Defense Legal Aid and as an appeals attorney at the Chicago branch of the Office of the Illinois State Appellate Defender, where he argued felony appeals before the Illinois Appellate Court.. In late 2009, Mike returned to his hometown of Omaha where he joined the firm of Schaefer Shapiro LLP. There, Mike honed his trial skills and gained experience in civil litigation, including civil rights and injury cases. In addition to winning new trials for clients appealing their felony convictions, Mike regularly obtained favorable results defending against criminal prosecutions at the trial level, including dismissals of drug cases and DUIs following successful motions to suppress evidence.. When he is not working hard for his clients, Mike enjoys coaching soccer and softball, attempting to play golf, and taking down the occasional pot in a friendly poker game.

Joseph L. Howard is proud to be a partner in Dornan Law Team. He strives to provide his clients with the strongest representation based in law and ethics. As a young attorney he sought to represent those whose voices were not being heard. Years later his focus has not wavered. He is honored as one of the “Top 100 Trial Lawyers” by The National Trial Lawyers, is currently serving as the Treasurer to the Nebraska Criminal Defense Attorneys Association and is a member of the National Bar Association.

Jeff received a Bachelor of Science from University of Nebraska Omaha in 2010 and a Juris Doctor from Creighton University School of Law in 2013. While at Creighton Jeff worked in the university’s Milton R. Abrahams Legal Clinic where he represented and advised small businesses and non-profit organizations that serve low-income communities across Nebraska. He also gained criminal defense experience as a law clerk at the Douglas County Public Defender’s office while attending Creighton.. Jeff has practiced in the metro area representing clients in criminal, juvenile, family, probate, small business planning, and general litigation matters. Jeff’s practice focuses on criminal defense, family law, juvenile law, and general litigation.

I have been a criminal defense attorney for well over 23 years.  When I'm not in court I enjoy spending time with my wife and kids.  I am a Deacon in the Catholic Church, a Boy Scout leader and enjoy hiking, biking and Rugby.  I like to offer free legal advice to help you understand the case and normally answer my own phone.

I grew up in Northeast Missouri and graduated from Truman State University in 2002. I attended law school in Vermillion, South Dakota. While in law school in interned at the Federal Public Defender in Omaha.. Upon graduation I accepted a position at the Public Defender's Office in Sioux Falls, SD. During my 6 years at that office, I handled thousands of cases ranging from traffic tickets to serious felonies.. I have filed numerous pre-trial motions to keep specific evidence out at trial with the most public one being in 2013 where a successful pre-trial motion kept the prosecutors from using the term "abusive head trauma" on a shaken baby case.. I have also had numerous trials, both jury and bench trials, with great outcomes.. As I handled more and more cases I realized that a "win" was not necessarily a not guilty verdict (although those are fantastic), but helping clients to make major life changes. I have been able to get clients through diversion programs where they are able to move forward to receive degrees or professional certificates, to one client even opening her own business.. Leaving that office was tough because of the relationships I had made, but being able to work for myself and to put more time into every case has been just as rewarding.

Greg Nelson is a former prosecutor defending individuals charged with crimes in Nebraska.

Darren J. Pekny is a partner at Johnson and Pekny, where he divides his practice between family law and criminal matters, concentrating on divorce, custody disputes, and misdemeanor and felony defense. He joined the firm in 2009 and has represented clients on a wide range of issues.

Cody has over 14 years of trial practice in Nebraska and has handled cases ranging from Misdemeanor DUI's, to DUI resulting in Death, to Murder and Drug Sales. Cody has the expertise and bedside manner you are looking for to assist on your criminal matter.. Cody is a proud midwesterner, born and raised in small town Iowa. Cody journeyed to Lincoln to attend the Univeristy of Nebraska Lincoln where he graduated Magna cum Laude in 2007 with a Degree in Criminal Justice. Cody attended Creighton Univeristy School of Law and graduated in 2010, and while attending law school clerked at various law offices including: the Pottawattamie County Attorney's Office, the Air Force JAG Office, and the Douglas County Attorney's Office.. After law school, Cody worked as a Felony Prosecutor for over 10 years at the Douglas County Attorney's Office where he was a member of the Felony DUI unit focusing on Felony DUI's, DUI Serious Bodily Injuries, Misdemeanor Motor Vehicle Homicides, Manslaughter and Felony Motor Vehicle Homicides. Cody also has extensive practice in Felony Drug Crimes and Violent Crime.. Cody has a true passion for his work and the people he gets to share his knowledge with. Cody represents people from all walks of life and make it his goal to assure his clients do not feel judged, but rather find that Cody is someone who is looking out for their best interests in life and in their legal matters regardless of their perceived faults and mistakes.

As a former city and county prosecutor, as well as a former police officer, few attorneys in Nebraska have the same level of experience as Michael J. Fitzpatrick. From his offices in Omaha, he serves the arrested and accused throughout Douglas and Sarpy counties, offering his experience and insights to help protect his clients’ rights and futures. Because Michael J. Fitzpatrick has seen cases from both sides of the courtroom, he knows the tactics prosecutors may use and works hard to help clients build strong defense strategies that protect their future and their freedom. From DUI arrests to drug crimes and white collar offenses, Michael J. Fitzpatrick has a broad range of experience to put to use for your case. Contact Michael J. Fitzpatrick, Attorney at Law to schedule a free case consultation today.