About
Matthew J. Turman is an attorney at Ellison, Kovarik & Turman Law Firm, serving clients from Gering, Nebraska, with a practice focused on personal injury law, civil trial work, criminal law, and juvenile law. He works with people facing legal problems, including injury claims, court disputes, criminal charges, and matters involving young clients. His practice reflects careful case review, clear guidance, and steady advocacy. He helps clients understand their options, prepare for court, and move through difficult legal steps with confidence. He keeps communication professional, direct, and respectful.
Matthew earned his B.A. from Nebraska Wesleyan University in 2006. He earned his J.D. from the University of Nebraska College of Law in 2010. During law school, he took part in the Nebraska Association of Trial Attorneys, Phi Alpha Delta Law Fraternity, Reese Chapter, and Student Bar Association. He was certified by the Nebraska Office of Dispute Resolution and received the CALI Award for Legal Excellence, showing work in study and practice preparation. These experiences supported a practical courtroom foundation.
Matthew was admitted to the Nebraska Bar in 2010 and is also licensed in Wyoming and the U.S. District Courts. His memberships include the Scotts Bluff County Bar Association, Nebraska State Bar Association, and Nebraska Association of Trial Attorneys. These roles connect him with legal communities focused on court practice, injury law, and professional service. His career includes work in negotiation, dispute resolution, trial preparation, and client counseling across both civil and criminal matters. They reflect attention to professional standards.
Matthew J. Turman helps clients by giving practical advice, explaining the law in clear terms, and building cases around each client’s facts and goals. In personal injury matters, he helps injured people seek fair results after accidents. In criminal and juvenile cases, he guides clients through rights, hearings, and possible outcomes. His work supports people in Scotts Bluff County and Nebraska communities who need steady direction during stressful situations. He focuses on preparation, communication, and solutions that fit each case.
Law Office Affiliations
- Shareholder, Ellison, Kovarik & Turman Law Firm
- Member, Nebraska Association of Trial Attorneys
- Member, Student Bar Association
- Member, Scotts Bluff County Bar Association
- Member, Nebraska State Bar Association
- Member, Wyoming State Bar
Licensed State
- Nebraska
- Wyoming
Education
- University Of Nebraska College Of Law
Juris Doctor (JD) - Nebraska Wesleyan University
Bachelor of Arts
Awards & Badges




- Juvenile
- Animal & Dog Bites
- Car Accidents
- Construction Accidents
- Medical Malpractice
- Motorcycle Accidents
- Nursing Home Abuse & Neglect
- Slip & Fall Accidents
- Trucking Accidents
- Workers' Compensation




