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When the future of your family is on the line, you want to find immediate and long-term solutions that work for you and the people you love.  Attorney Matt Higgins of Higgins Law, has earned an AV Preeminent rating from Martindale-Hubbell, thanks to a career dedicated to serving families throughout Nebraska.. After 16 years as the highest rated attorney with Omaha's prestigious Cohen Vacanti Higgins Shattck, attorney Matt Higgins stated his own law firm in 2009.  Today, our practice is dedicated to helping clients with all the various legal concerns relating to divorce, paternity, support and all other aspects of family law.  Whether you are going through a divorce or are interested in a modification of your current agreement, we will listen to your concerns and find options tailored to fit your needs and bring the full force of Nebraska law skillfully to your defense.. An active member of the Omaha community for the last 25 years, attorney Matt Higgins made frequent TV and radio appearances as a legal commentator, and has become a fixture in the Omaha community.. As a former member of the United States Air Force SAC Elite Guard, attorney Matt Higgins is particularly sensitive to the needs and concerns of military families.  Matt Higgins possesses the technical skill to access the issues unique to divorcing military members.  Higgins Law handles military divorces, including overseas actions, and represents many families and individuals at Nebraska's own Offutt Air Force Base.

There is a reason I was nomiated one of the "10 Best" Attorneys for Nebraska by the American Institute of Family Law Attorneys in 2015.. Having worked directly with the Douglas County District Court judges for two years as their research attorney and having been the first chair attorney on hundreds of cases before the court at hearings and trials, I have both the research experience and courtroom experience background to advise my clients of their best options in their legal matters.  I know many of the Omaha-area attorneys and tailor my approach in trying to resolve each case by knowing how best to work with opposing counsel to get the best results for my clients.  If we can't resolve a matter, I'm ready to fight and have previously argued up to and before the Nebraska Supreme Court.

Prior to attending law school, Hannah graduated Phi Beta Kappa and with High Distinction from the University of Nebraska Lincoln, with a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology and minors in Humanities in Medicine and Gerontology.. Before pursuing law school, Hannah clerked for Dornan Law Team for two years—providing her with vast experience in family law, criminal defense, civil litigation, probate, juvenile, and appellate matters. In 2022, she graduated cum laude from Creighton University, where she received certification in litigation, was inducted into Phi Delta Phi honors society, was on the Dean’s List, and was awarded membership to the Order of the Barristers—a national honors society awarding 10 graduating students for demonstrating exceptional skill in trial advocacy, oral advocacy, and brief writing.. During her time at Creighton, Hannah was active in trial team, competitive arbitration, and national moot court. She was the regional champion at the Duberstein 7th Circuit Moot Court Competition, where she successfully advocated an appellate bankruptcy case amongst a litany of sitting federal judges from the 7th Circuit. She was also the regional champion in the Midwest ABA National Arbitration Competition.. Given Hannah’s social-science background, she has a natural ability to make a personal connection with every individual she encounters. Her affability and compassion drive her desire to make each and every client feel supported and heard.

Patrick is an attorney who has been in practice since 1995, operating his own law firm based in Omaha, and service the needs of eastern Nebraska. His practice areas have focused on family law, criminal defense, juvenile law, estate planning, and Native American law.. Patrick has also worked in Indian Country since 1995, serving as public defender for the Winnebago Tribe and the Omaha Tribe. Since 2003, Patrick has served as a judge for the Winnebago Tribal Court, and as chief judge since 2010. Patrick also served as the chief judge of the Ponca Tribal Court from 2014 to 2020.. In addition to his private practice and his service to the Winnebago Tribe, Patrick has been an adjunct professor at the Creighton University School of Law, teaching Native American Law to second- and third-year law students on a bi-annual basis since 2012. Patrick is also a faculty member of the Nebraska Victim Advocate Academy held in Omaha.. From 2015 to 2019, Patrick was appointed as defense counsel to the District Six Adult Drug Court based in Blair, Nebraska. In this role, Patrick advocates on behalf of participants in the Drug Court, being their voice and protecting their interests as they work towards achieving a sober life through the structure of the Drug Court process.. Patrick is a member of the Nebraska Supreme Court Commission on Children in the Courts, a statewide body working to improve the service provided to vulnerable children and families in the justice system. He has served on numerous subcommittees of the Commission, and is the chair of the Tribal-State Collaboration subcommittee. Patrick also served as president of the Omaha Barristers in 2012.. From 2016 to 2017, Patrick also served as the Authorized Attorney for child support in Washington County. In that role, Patrick represented the State of Nebraska and assisted in the establishment, modification, and enforcement of child support.. Patrick is a 1994 graduate cum laude of Creighton University School of Law, and a 1991 graduate magna cum laude of the University of Nebraska-Omaha with a BSBA in Economics.. Outside of his legal practice, Patrick is a sportswriter covering Nebraska football for his website, The Double Extra Point. He resides in Omaha with his wife, Mary Beth, their two boys Talik and Trenel, their dog and three cats. He is an active member of St. Paul’s Lutheran Church of Millard.

Ms. McChesney's zeal for the law has spanned over twenty years. Prior to attending law school she worked under numerous Nebraska County and District Court Judges, giving her a birds eye view of court proceedings. Andrea has a passion for helping clients through the legal process. Having firsthand personal knowledge herself - she gets it. After witnessing, what she felt were unfair and one-sided parenting agreements, decisions contrary to the best interests of the children involved; Andrea went to law school with one goal in mind - helping families through this highly emotional time and working fervently for equal parenting for dads and moms.. Andrea is also licensed in the Winnebago Tribe of Nebraska and Ponca Tribe of Nebraska.

Mr. Slowiaczek is an experienced trial lawyer who has devoted most of his career to family law. He is recognized as one of the leading family law lawyers in the country. He is the President of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers. The AAML is a national organization of lawyers who promote professionalism and excellence in the practice of family law. Mr. Slowiaczek is a Fellow in the International Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers, the AAML and the Nebraska State Bar Foundation. He is also a Diplomate of the American College of Family Trial Lawyers. He has been listed in The Best Lawyers in America for over 15 years and was designated as the Omaha Family Law Lawyer of the Year in 2009 and 2016. Mr. Slowiaczek is listed in the Great Plains Superlawyers.. With over 40 years of family law experience, Mr. Slowiaczek brings a significant depth and breadth of expertise to the firm’s clients.. Mr. Slowiaczek graduated from Briar Cliff College, Sioux City, Iowa, in 1971 and received his Juris Doctor degree from Creighton University School of Law in 1973.

Lisa M. Gonzalez is an attorney at Johnson and Pekny. She focuses on juvenile and family law, and is an experienced and knowledgeable advocate for her clients. Prior to working at Johnson and Pekny, Lisa maintained her own law practice, assisting hundreds of clients with family law matters.

Kate represents clients in divorces that are complex-legally, financially and emotionally. She has handled hundreds of divorce matters, taking pride in applying a custom approach to every case. Every divorce is different, and she does not apply a once-size-fits-all philosophy. Through years of dispute resolution training, Kate has develop of deep understanding of conflict-how to avoid it, and how to confront it. She will work with you to understand you goals to develop solutions that are productive, healthy and just.

David J. Reed is an Omaha native and a beneficiary of Nebraska's continued growth and success. After graduating from Bellevue West High School he joined the Navy. During his commitment to the nation, he worked in diverse and intense areas of the world. It is this service to our country that he is most proud of and truly appreciates. After service to the United States, David utilized the G.I. Bill and a scholarship to attend the University of Colorado-Denver. Throughout college, he worked full-time and earned a management position with a major high-end retailer as an Operations Manager. During those years he was sent to various locations to implement a cost-saving system which he created to reduce in-store loss and increase profits. Thanks to a team of hard-working individuals, the cost-saving techniques resulted in immediate loss prevention at each location. After earning a degree in Communication and Economics, David spent a year continuing work in Hilton Head, South Carolina, and preparing for law school. David decided on an east coast law school to diversify his life experiences. He chose Syracuse University's College Law because of their nationally acclaimed trial advocacy program. After graduating from Syracuse University's College of Law, David spent the next eight and a half years in New York, gaining a variety of legal experiences. His experiences include work as the Special Assistant to the New York Deputy Attorney General, counsel for the Syracuse Teacher's Union, criminal and civil defense representation, counsel for small businesses, private business entities and nationally-recognized physicians and world-renowned hospitals. With the experience of practicing in a metropolitan area of 18 million, including a plethora of courtroom experience in the busiest courts of this Nation, he understands the skills required of a successful litigator. As a Midwest native, David understands the personal relationships required to guarantee success.

At the Law Offices of Willow T. Head, our practice is built on mutual respect and understanding with our clients in the Omaha, Nebraska, area. Attorney Willow Head has focused her practice solely on family law for a decade, and began her solo practice in 2005. She strives to listen intently to her clients, respecting their needs and working diligently to resolve their family law issues in a way that protects their interests.. Ms. Head charges her regular hourly rate for initial consultations, giving clients personal attention and perceptive advice. Contact us today for an appointment or view the profile above for more information on Attorney Head's background and accomplishments.

As a family law attorney, I leverage my courtroom experience and training in alternative dispute resolution methods to provide holistic solutions to my clients.  My goal is to empower the unheard and oppressed and give them a voice.