Emily J. Dean

Emily J. Dean is an attorney who focuses her practice on real estate, wills and probate, and bankruptcy matters. She works with individuals and families who need clear guidance in areas that often affect property, finances, and future planning. Her practice includes helping clients understand legal options, prepare for important life transitions, and address financial concerns with practical solutions. Through careful legal support, she helps clients move through legal processes with greater confidence, clarity, and peace of mind during difficult and uncertain times.

Dean earned her J.D., cum laude, from Mitchell Hamline School of Law. She also received her B.A., cum laude, from the University of St. Thomas, where she studied Political Science. Her education provided a strong foundation in legal research, writing, and analysis. That academic training supports her work in real estate, probate, and bankruptcy matters. It also helps her explain legal issues clearly, guide clients through procedures, and build practical legal strategies based on each client’s specific needs.

Dean is admitted to practice in Iowa and Nebraska state and federal courts. Her practice centers on helping clients with real estate transactions, wills and probate matters, and bankruptcy concerns. In real estate matters, she assists clients with legal issues involving property and related transactions. In probate and estate matters, she helps individuals and families address the legal steps involved after a death and with future planning. In bankruptcy matters, she helps clients understand available legal options for financial relief.

In addition to her legal work, Emily J. Dean is involved in professional and service organizations. She is a member of the Nebraska State Bar Association and the Iowa State Bar Association Young Lawyers Division. She also participates in pro bono efforts through Tomorrow’s Leaders of the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation Nebraska Chapter. Her professional involvement reflects a commitment to service, growth, and community support. Through her practice, she works to provide dependable legal guidance to clients facing important personal and financial decisions.

Law Office Affiliations

• Associate, Telpner Peterson Law Firm, LLP
• Member, Iowa State Bar Association
• Member, Nebraska State Bar Association

Licensed State

• Iowa
• Nebraska

Education

• Mitchell Hamline School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• University of St. Thomas
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)

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