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Divorce: Property Division and Financials
Separating Assets and Debts in Divorce
When you are contemplating divorce, one of the largest pieces of the process is figuring out how to separate your assets and debts. This part can be stressful and overwhelming but with the right support and an experienced divorce attorney helping you, it can be easily...
Divorce Mediation 101
During a divorce proceeding, if you are not able to reach a settlement with the opposing party on all aspects of your case, the judge assigned to your case will be required to resolve any remaining disputes at trial. While judges in Nebraska often give thoughtful and...
Estate Planning and Divorce: How To Protect Yourself, Your Assets and Your Children
You’re getting divorced. That process alone is stressful, taking lots of time and energy. Then you experience a medical episode and are incapacitated. Now, the person you are divorcing is suddenly in control of your assets and your children. This is a preventable...
Divorce: Custody and Child Support
Parenting Plans in Nebraska
Parenting after separation requires more than goodwill—it requires structure. That structure comes in the form of a parenting plan, which the Nebraska Parenting Act makes mandatory in custody cases. Parenting plans in Nebraska help parents create stability, minimize...
Filing for Custody in Nebraska
Filing for custody in Nebraska is not simply a legal process—it is a moment that shapes your child’s future. Custody determines where your child lives, who makes decisions for them, and how parents share responsibilities. Nebraska law emphasizes the best interests of...
Everything You Should Know About Nebraska Divorce
Going through a divorce can be a challenging and emotional experience. From filing a petition to the final decree, the Nebraska divorce process involves several legal steps that you need to understand before separating from your spouse. Here’s everything you should...
Estate Planning
Iowa Inheritance Tax Changes
What was the previous system? Iowa had a system that charged an inheritance tax. An inheritance tax is a tax charged to beneficiaries for the right of receiving assets. Iowa’s inheritance tax was imposed on anyone who was going to receive assets, either through a will...
Steps to Administer an Estate in Nebraska
When you lose a loved one, it may be difficult to determine what you need to do next. The grief associated with losing a loved one can obscure the next steps regarding managing and distributing someone’s assets after they pass away. Legal Jargon Before we go through...
Guide to Inheritance Tax in Nebraska
If you’ve recently lost a loved one and inherited property, you may be wondering whether Nebraska will tax your inheritance. As an estate planning attorney, I get this question all the time—and the answer can significantly affect your financial planning. Let’s break...
Criminal Defense
Nebraska DUI Penalties Clickable Infographic – Your Freedom and Your License On the Line
If you're facing a DUI and want to know what you may be in for, look no further. I know the legal penalties of a Nebraska DUI are one of the first concerns when someone gets a pulled over for DUI, because it's most often the first thing clients ask when they come to...
Things to Know About Misdemeanors in Nebraska
Being charged with a misdemeanor can feel like your entire life is on pause. Maybe it was a misunderstanding, a mistake, or simply being in the wrong place at the wrong time — but now, your name is attached to a criminal charge. At Hightower Reff Law, we help...
DUI Myths Debunked – Part I
There are a lot of urban legends, tall tales and misinformation going around about DUI laws in Nebraska. In other words, DUI myths. In this two part series - DUI Myths Debunked, Hightower Reff Partner Attorney and criminal law guru Susan Reff sets the record straight...
General Practice
a healthy attorney-client relationship — five things to consider
A strong attorney-client relationship can be a big benefit. But how is that relationship established in a healthy way? Here are five things to consider in building a healthy relationship with your attorney.
What to Expect from Your Lawyer — The Bill. Five Tips for Controlling Your Legal Fees
At Hightower Reff Law, we do our best to be approachable, be clear about our legal fees, and have a productive relationship with our clients. A big part of that productive relationship is helping our clients know what to expect in all types of cases so they can be...
What to Expect from Your Lawyer – Five Key Reasons You Need to Pick your Battles in Court
When you hire an attorney, you’re not just hiring a professional—you’re choosing an advocate. At Hightower Reff Law, we believe in clear communication, ethical practice, and unwavering support. Here’s what to expect from your lawyer—and what to do if things go off...