Practice Areas

We handle the legal issues so that you can focus on your emotional well-being.

Some divorces or relationship break-ups run smoothly until the conversation regarding child custody begins. Let us help.

If you are considering adoption for your child either with your new spouse or under other circumstances, Hightower Reff Law can offer comprehensive and considerate representation of your interests as the relinquishing parent.

Contact us to discuss your child support situation and get answers to your questions.

At Hightower Reff Law, we are experienced in paternity cases and everything that goes with them.

Our divorce lawyers know how to help you divide marital debts and assets during divorce. We know that different financial circumstances require different strategies.

Hightower Reff Law offers experienced divorce attorneys who are also among the small number of Nebraska lawyers certified in collaborative divorce – an alternative to the traditional adversarial court process.

A court order entered during your divorce or child custody case may need to be changed down the road.

As skilled advocates and negotiators in the mediation process, we are prepared to see your divorce matter through, no matter the direction the proceedings take.

If you have to move out of Nebraska or even still within Nebraska, but far from the home you had when your custody order was entered, you'll need to change your child custody and parenting time agreements and potentially child support order.

At Hightower Reff Law, we believe a properly negotiated premarital agreement allows a couple to enjoy financial openness in their marriage while preserving the goals of both the individual and the couple as they move toward unifying their life together.

Whether it's custody of a child via a legal guardianship or a guardianship to help you protect a vulnerable adult, Hightower Reff Law can help.

Whether your child has been accused of a crime or you are facing an abuse/neglect case in an Omaha juvenile court, we have the specialized experience it takes to help in the complex area of Nebraska juvenile law.

Whether you have had a protection order brought against you or you or your child has been victimized or harassed and you need to establish or defend against a protection order, we will provide straightforward advice while doing what it takes to represent you.

If you’re thinking of divorce, you may also be wondering about alimony (also known as spousal support). Regardless of whether you think you may end up as the payor or the payee, you should know something about alimony before you make decisions about your case.

The contempt of court process can be complicated and involves many steps. It is important to have an attorney experienced in contempt cases to protect your rights.

We offer comprehensive representation for personal representatives, trustees and beneficiaries in estate and trust administration.

Executing a will allows you to make decisions now about who will handle your affairs after you are gone, including the collection and distribution of your assets in accordance with your estate plan and payment of inheritance tax.

Establishing a revocable trust allows you the opportunity to engage in more in-depth planning.

By executing these types of documents, you can choose people to make health and financial decisions for you in the event you are unable to for yourself.

The determination and assessment of the inheritance tax is a court proceeding based on the value of the estate. Failure to pay the tax can result in penalties being assessed against the assets of the estate.

We strive to give you the confident, clear and committed representation you need when you are facing criminal charges — no matter what they might be.

We strive to give you the confident, clear and committed representation you need when you are facing criminal charges — no matter what they might be.

We will help you protect your license, finances and freedom.

Whether you have had a protection order brought against you or you or your child has been victimized or harassed and you need to establish or defend against a protection order, we will provide straightforward advice while doing what it takes to represent you.

Whether your child has been accused of a crime or you are facing an abuse/neglect case in an Omaha juvenile court, we have the specialized experience it takes to help in the complex area of Nebraska juvenile law.

A workplace injury can have devastating physical consequences, as well as having a negative impact on finances, mental health and professional and personal relationships.

We aim to secure our clients the most advantageous terms possible while ensuring the accuracy and enforceability of the contract.

At Hightower Reff Law, we believe a properly negotiated premarital agreement allows a couple to enjoy financial openness in their marriage while preserving the goals of both the individual and the couple as they move toward unifying their life together.

We can assist clients in forming all different types of corporate entities, including limited liability companies, corporations and nonprofits.

Whether you have questions about incorporating your business, yearly maintenance of your company or need contracts drafted to help your business run smoother, Hightower Reff Law can provide the services you need to be a successful nonprofit business owner.

U.S. Citizens and Lawful Permanent Residents can apply for certain relatives to become a Lawful Permanent Resident in the United States. In some cases this can be done while in the United States, however in other cases it is often necessary to work with United States Embassies abroad.

Have you or someone you know been detained by Immigration and Customs Enforcement? We can represent you in court to help you file for immigration bond and other relief from deportation and removal.

We understand that your ability to work in the United States is essential to you and to your family. We can help you renew your Work Permit before it expires so you can support your family without worry.

Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals or “DACA” was created in 2012 in order to prevent the deportation of certain individuals who were brought to the United States when they were children. Ask our immigration attorney if DACA is right for you.

Regardless of gender or biological sex, survivors of domestic violence can apply for a Green Card in certain circumstances. If you have been harmed by a U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident, we can help you get immigration relief.

Certain individuals who are under the age of 19 in Nebraska can petition for Special Immigrant Juvenile Status, an immigration application that can lead to Lawful Permanent Residency.

If you have maintained your Lawful Permanent Residency (Green Card) for a certain period of time, you may be able to apply for U.S. Citizenship. We can work with you to determine if citizenship is right for you and help complete the steps needed to become a citizen.