Jerald L. Ostdiek

Jerald L. Ostdiek is a Scottsbluff attorney who has practiced law since 1992. His work at Douglas, Kelly, Ostdiek, Snyder, Ossian and Vogl, P.C. focuses on school law, political subdivisions, personal injury law, workers’ compensation, Social Security disability, estate planning, bankruptcy, business matters, insurance defense, and civil litigation. He represents public bodies, schools, local governments, districts, colleges, airports, and insurers. Through this broad practice, he helps clients address legal problems with practical guidance, preparation, and steady advocacy in matters involving public service, injury claims, disability benefits, and planning needs.

Jerald L. “Jerry” Ostdiek earned his B.A. from the University of Nebraska – Lincoln. He earned his J.D. from the University of Nebraska College of Law. His legal education prepared him for work that requires research, analysis, writing, and courtroom judgment. Since entering the profession, he has remained active in the Nebraska State Bar Association and the Scotts Bluff County Bar Association. He has also taken part in workers’ compensation and school attorney groups, giving him added knowledge in areas that affect employees, schools, and public entities.

Jerald has built a law career that includes both private client service and public agency representation. He has represented Western Nebraska Community College, Western Nebraska Regional Airport, school districts, the City of Bayard, sanitary and improvement districts, and insurance companies. His experience with schools and public bodies helps him guide clients through rules, disputes, claims, planning issues, and civil matters. He has also shared his knowledge as a presenter at school law seminars, supporting clearer legal understanding for educators and administrators.

Jerald L. Ostdiek helps people by addressing legal concerns that can affect their work, health, finances, and future plans. In injury, workers’ compensation, and Social Security disability cases, he assists people facing difficult claim issues. In estate planning, bankruptcy, business, and civil litigation matters, he helps clients understand their options and move forward with informed decisions. His BV® Distinguished Peer Review Rating from Martindale-Hubbell® reflects recognition for professionalism and ethics in his legal work.

Law Office Affiliations

• Attorney, Douglas, Kelly, Ostdiek, Snyder, Ossian and Vogl, P.C.
• Member, Nebraska State Bar Association
• Past President, Scotts Bluff County Bar Association

Licensed State

• Nebraska

Education

• University of Nebraska College of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• University of Nebraska – Lincoln
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)

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