Jerry Hug

Jerry Hug is an Attorney at Law with Hug and Jacobs LLC in Omaha, Nebraska, where he focuses on criminal defense. His practice includes state and federal matters involving drug crimes, DUI and driving offenses, assault, firearm charges, sex crimes, white collar crimes, theft and fraud, criminal appeals, and post-conviction relief. He represents people whose liberty and future are at risk and works to ensure that the client’s account and the full factual record are considered.

Hug earned his J.D. from Creighton University School of Law in 1996 and his B.A. from Creighton University in 1990, where he studied philosophy. He is admitted in Nebraska, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eighth Circuit, and the U.S. Supreme Court. His undergraduate study and legal education helped shape an interest in social justice, legal reasoning, and advocacy for individuals who need a strong voice in the criminal justice system.

Hug has defense practice that covers serious charges such as drug trafficking, controlled-substance offenses, assault, child pornography, white collar crime, fraud, sex offenses, and DUI. He also handles criminal appeals and post-conviction matters. Hug’s approach begins with listening to the client’s version of events and developing a strategy from the complete circumstances rather than relying only on police reports or charging documents. That process can involve investigation, motion practice, negotiation, and trial preparation.

Jerry Hug brings decades of criminal defense experience to clients facing state or federal prosecution in Omaha. He helps clients understand the charges, possible consequences, and available defense strategies while preparing matters for negotiation, hearing, trial, or appeal as needed. His practice emphasizes direct advocacy, careful factual development, and protection of constitutional rights when the government seeks to impose criminal penalties or restrict a person’s freedom.

Law Office Affiliations

• Managing Partner, Hug and Jacobs, LLC
• Member, Nebraska State Bar Association

Licensed State

• Nebraska

Education

• Creighton University School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Creighton University
  Bachelor’s Degree

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