Tara Wrighton
Senior Assoicate
Practice Areas
As senior associate attorney in Omaha, Tara specializes in Divorce & Family Law and Workers’ Compensation at Hightower Reff Law. She assists clients through every step of the legal process for:
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About Tara
Tara’s career began as a mental health and substance abuse clinician, giving her a unique understanding of complex personal issues her clients may face. She later worked in child protection with the State of Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services before clerking for the Honorable Leigh Ann Retelsdorf of the Nebraska Douglas County District Court. These experiences have shaped her into a compassionate yet resolute advocate who never takes a laid-back approach to her cases.
Tara is a respected leader in the legal community, actively involved in the Phi Delta Phi International Legal Honor Society, the Nebraska and Iowa Bar Associations, and the Nebraska Association of Trial Attorneys. She was also selected for the prestigious 2022-2023 Nebraska Bar Leadership Academy, further cementing her reputation as a standout attorney.
With a Bachelor of Science in Human Development and Family Studies from South Dakota State University and a Juris Doctor cum laude from Creighton University School of Law, Tara brings a unique blend of empathy, intellect, and tenacity to every case.
When she’s not advocating for her clients, Tara enjoys chasing after her two children, hosting gatherings, cooking, and planning her next travel adventure.
Clients trust Tara for her unwavering commitment to their success, her ability to simplify the legal process, and her relentless dedication to achieving the best outcomes. Whether in family law or workers’ compensation, Tara will fight fiercely for you every step of the way.
Educational Background
After completing a Bachelor of Science in Human Development and Family Studies from South Dakota State University, Tara went on to get her Juris Doctor cum laude from Creighton University School of Law.
Since law school, Tara has sharpened her skills in family law and workers’ compensation. Her degrees include:
- Creighton University School of Law
Juris Doctor cum laude - South Dakota State University
Bachelor of Science in Human Development and Family Studies