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Divorce: Property Division and Financials
Time To Say Goodbye: How To File for Divorce in Nebraska
Wondering how to file for divorce in Nebraska? If so, you're likely looking for some help during a difficult time. We'll walk you through the process, from your initial divorce consultation to the final divorce decree. Ready. After you have had a consultation with an...
The Value of a Legal Consultation: what to do when you have questions to ask a divorce attorney
An experienced attorney will be able to address your divorce or custody questions and concerns, providing you with more clarity and value than you’d likely find on your own.
Here are the most important reasons why.
Alimony in Nebraska – What You Need to Know
If you’re thinking of divorce, you may also be wondering about alimony in Nebraska (also known as spousal support). Regardless of whether you think you may end up as the person paying or the person receiving alimony, you should know something about Nebraska alimony...
Divorce: Custody and Child Support
Custody: Understanding the Basics
“Where are my kids going to live?” “Will I get to decide where my children go to school?” “Are my kids going to be OK?” These are all questions lawyers hear when discussing custody issues with clients in divorce and paternity cases. Types of custody There are 2...
5 practical questions to ask your divorce lawyer during the consultation
We have consulted with thousands of clients and have learned what information is helpful for moving forward confidently. Consider these practical questions to ask a lawyer during divorce consultations.
Understanding the Guardian Ad Litem Process: What Is a Guardian Ad Litem Looking For?
In divorce and custody cases, you may find yourself wondering, "What is a guardian ad litem looking for?" — or even asking "What is a guardian ad litem?" Let's clear a few things up about the guardian ad litem process. What is a guardian ad litem? A guardian ad litem...
Estate Planning
Premarital Agreements
A carefully drafted premarital agreement can help create a culture of talking about money and financial openness in a marriage. It can also provide a framework for an amicable separation of the parties, in the unfortunate event of divorce.
what if britney spears lived in nebraska? what is conservatorship of a person?
Recent hearings highlighting the establishment and ongoing conservatorship for Britney Spears have thrust into the limelight this legal process, which is most often kept more private. But what is conservatorship of a person?
Understanding Trusts: What Is a Trust, and Why Do I Need One
"What is a trust, and why do I need one?" We hear this question a lot, so let's address the basics. Trusts are important to ensure your beneficiaries will receive any inheritance without any problems. Trusts can also help protect your assets and eliminate probate time...
Criminal Defense
Domestic Violence and the Military: What to Know if It Happens to You
Sara Palin's son Track's recent arrest for domestic violence related charges has put the issue of veterans and domestic violence in the headlines. The Palin camp says that the army vet's service in Iraq resulted in post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), which...
Nebraska Domestic Violence Law – What You Should Know if You’re Accused
Hightower Reff Law has years of experience helping clients on both sides of Omaha Nebraska domestic violence cases - survivors and offenders. Whether you're a victim needing a protection order or someone accused of domestic violence, the domestic assault lawyers at...
What to Expect When You Get a DUI in Nebraska – Part II
Drinking and driving is never a good idea. The consequences of choosing to do it can turn your world and the worlds of innocent people upside down. If you get pulled over for drinking and driving in Nebraska, there will be a criminal process where you will face...
General Practice
What to Expect from Your Lawyer – Top Five Things to Know About Phone Calls
Lawyers can seem like they're from a foreign land with their own strange customs and language. And, let's face it, sometimes (okay, a lot of times) some lawyers seem unapproachable, which can make the client experience less than a good one. At Hightower Reff Law, we...
Premarital Agreements
A carefully drafted premarital agreement can help create a culture of talking about money and financial openness in a marriage. It can also provide a framework for an amicable separation of the parties, in the unfortunate event of divorce.
Countdown to Cameras in Nebraska Courts – New Rule Starts March 2017
The countdown to cameras in Nebraska courts is on. If you’re in a Nebraska district or county court after March 1, 2017, you may see a new thing in our State - news cameras inside the courtroom doors. Nebraska is joining many other states, including Iowa, that have...