Top Criminal Defense Lawyers From Nebraska

In Nebraska, facing criminal charges—whether for DUI, drug offenses, theft, or assault—can turn your life upside down. In a state that values hard work and doing what’s right, you need a defense that’s dependable, respectful, and focused on protecting your future. From rural towns to city courts, having the right attorney matters. Explore a handpicked list of top-rated criminal defense attorneys across Nebraska—trusted professionals known for their clear advice, strong advocacy, and commitment to standing up for your rights every step of the way.

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Joel E. Carlson
Legal Specialization: Business, Criminal Defense, Family, Personal Injury, Real Estate
Practice Areas: Car Accidents, Child Custody, Construction Accidents, Contracts & Agreements, DUI & DWI, Divorce & Separation, Foreclosure, ...
McKenna Carnell
Legal Specialization: Family, Business, Criminal Defense, Estate Planning
Practice Areas: Child Custody, Child Support, Divorce & Separation, Mediation & Collaborative Law, Paternity, Probate, Workers' Compensation
John Vosicky
Legal Specialization: Criminal Defense
Practice Areas: DUI & DWI, Drug Crime, Expungement, Homicide, Juvenile, Sex Crimes, Violent Crime, ...
Robert Lindemeier
Legal Specialization: Criminal Defense, Personal Injury
Practice Areas: Animal & Dog Bites, Assault & Battery, Car Accidents, DUI & DWI, Drug Crime, Medical Malpractice, Sex Crimes, ...
Remington S. Slama
Legal Specialization: Estate Planning, Criminal Defense, Family, Lawsuits & Disputes, Personal Injury
Practice Areas: Business Litigation, Child Support, Contracts & Agreements, Drug Crime, Litigation, Probate, Wrongful Death
Steven B. Fillman
Legal Specialization: Business, Civil Rights, Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Real Estate
Practice Areas: Child Custody, Corporate & Incorporation, Divorce & Separation, Probate, Trusts, Wills & Living Wills
Shane Cochran
Legal Specialization: Family, Criminal Defense
Practice Areas: Appeals, Child Custody, Divorce & Separation, Limited Liability Company (LLC), Marriage & Prenuptial Agreements, Trusts, Wills & Living Wills
Michael Ziskey

Michael Ziskey

  • Fankhauser, Nelsen, Werts, Ziskey & Merwin, P.C., L.L.O
Legal Specialization: Criminal Defense, Family, Personal Injury
Practice Areas: Assault & Battery, Car Accidents, Child Custody, Divorce & Separation, DUI & DWI, Juvenile, Motorcycle Accidents, ...
Timothy W. Nelsen

Timothy W. Nelsen

  • Fankhauser, Nelsen, Werts, Ziskey & Merwin, P.C., L.L.O
Legal Specialization: Criminal Defense, Family
Practice Areas: Adoption, Assault & Battery, Child Custody, DUI & DWI, Divorce & Separation, Juvenile, Litigation, ...
Travis Penn
Legal Specialization: Criminal Defense, Family
Practice Areas: Child Custody, DUI & DWI, Divorce & Separation, Domestic Violence, Drug Crime, Homicide
Jaclyn M. Duffy
Legal Specialization: Bankruptcy, Criminal Defense, Family
Practice Areas: Chapter 13 Bankruptcy, Chapter 7 Bankruptcy, Creditor Debtor Rights, Juvenile, Probate
Jon Hendricks
Legal Specialization: Criminal Defense, Family
Practice Areas: Assault & Battery, Child Custody, Child Support, DUI & DWI, Divorce & Separation, Drug Crime, Marriage & Prenuptial Agreements, ...
Keith Dornan
Legal Specialization: Criminal Defense, Lawsuits & Disputes
Practice Areas: DUI & DWI, Drug Crime, Expungement, Homicide, Juvenile, Litigation, Native American Law, ...
Van Ace Schroeder

Van Ace Schroeder

  • Bertolini, Schroeder & Blount, Attorneys at Law
Legal Specialization: Bankruptcy, Criminal Defense, Estate Planning, Family, Personal Injury, Real Estate
Practice Areas: Alimony, Car Accidents, Chapter 13 Bankruptcy, Chapter 7 Bankruptcy, Child Custody, Child Support, Divorce & Separation, ...
Steven W. Dowding
Legal Specialization: Criminal Defense, Personal Injury
Practice Areas: Assault & Battery, Car Accidents, DUI & DWI, Drug Crime, Motorcycle Accidents, Trucking Accidents, White Collar Crime, ...
Sean Conway
Legal Specialization: Criminal Defense, Health Care, Insurance, Personal Injury
Practice Areas: Animal & Dog Bites, Car Accidents, DUI & DWI, Drug Crime, Identity Theft, Insurance Claims, Motorcycle Accidents, ...
Jill M. Abrahamson
Legal Specialization: Criminal Defense, Family, Lawsuits & Disputes
Practice Areas: Car Accidents, Child Abuse & Neglect, Child Custody, DUI & DWI, Divorce & Separation, Domestic Violence, Drug Crime, ...
Jacquelynn Ziola
Legal Specialization: Family, Business, Criminal Defense, Estate Planning
Practice Areas: Child Custody, Child Support, Divorce & Separation, Domestic Violence, Mediation & Collaborative Law, Paternity, Probate, ...
John Stevens Berry Sr.
Legal Specialization: Criminal Defense
Practice Areas: Child Abuse & Neglect, Credit Card Fraud, Domestic Violence, Drug Crime, Federal Crime, Gun Law, Insurance Claims, ...
T. Charles James

T. Charles James

  • Langvardt, Valle, & James, P.C., L.L.O.
Legal Specialization: Civil Rights, Criminal Defense, Estate Planning, Family
Practice Areas: Adoption, Child Custody, Child Support, DUI & DWI, Divorce & Separation, Domestic Violence, Drug Crime, ...
Elizabeth J. Klingelhoefer

Elizabeth J. Klingelhoefer

  • Jacobsen Orr, Lindstrom & Holbrook, P.C., L.L.O.
Legal Specialization: Business, Criminal Defense, Estate Planning, Insurance, Personal Injury
Practice Areas: Agriculture, Assault & Battery, Brain Injury, Business Litigation, Car Accidents, Corporate & Incorporation, Drug Crime, ...
Greg C. Harris
Legal Specialization: Criminal Defense, Family, Personal Injury
Practice Areas: DUI & DWI, Divorce & Separation, Drug Crime, Wrongful Death
Patrick A. Campagna
Legal Specialization: Family, Criminal Defense, Estate Planning, Health Care
Practice Areas: Adoption, Alimony, Appeals, Assault & Battery, Business Litigation, Child Abuse & Neglect, Child Custody, ...
Greg Nelson
Legal Specialization: Criminal Defense
Practice Areas: Appeals, Assault & Battery, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence, Drug Crime, Juvenile, Parole & Probation, ...
Justin Kalemkiarian
Legal Specialization: Criminal Defense
Practice Areas: DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence, Drug Crime, Federal Crime, Juvenile, Litigation, Parole & Probation, ...
Erik C. Klutman
Legal Specialization: Business, Criminal Defense, Family, Personal Injury
Practice Areas: Corporate & Incorporation, Domestic Violence, Limited Liability Company (LLC), State, Local & Municipal, Tax, Violent Crime, Wrongful Death
Jerry Hug
Legal Specialization: Criminal Defense, Lawsuits & Disputes
Practice Areas: Appeals, DUI & DWI, Drug Crime, Federal Crime, Sex Crimes, White Collar Crime
S.A. Mora James
Legal Specialization: Civil Rights, Criminal Defense, Immigration
Practice Areas: Asylum, Citizenship & Naturalization, Discrimination, Drug Crime, Litigation, Sex Crimes, Visa & Permits
Natalie Andrews
Legal Specialization: Criminal Defense, Personal Injury
Practice Areas: Animal & Dog Bites, Appeals, Assault & Battery, Brain Injury, Car Accidents, Construction Accidents, DUI & DWI, ...
Katelyn Swaney
Legal Specialization: Family, Business, Criminal Defense, Estate Planning
Practice Areas: Child Custody, Child Support, Divorce & Separation, Marriage & Prenuptial Agreements, Mediation & Collaborative Law, Paternity, Probate, ...

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