Atty. Ari Riekes

Atty. Ari Riekes

Ari Riekes is a civil litigation attorney who concentrates in employment litigation, personal injury, medical malpractice and contract disputes. Ari defends companies against claims of discrimination and other matters as well as advocating for employees who have suffered hostile work environments and wrongful terminations.

Omaha Omaha 23 yrs experience 23 year
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Profile Summary

About Ari Riekes at a glance

Ari Riekes is a Shareholder based in Omaha, Nebraska, practicing at Gross Welch Marks Clare, PC, LLO. They have 23+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2003. Their practice focuses on employment, litigation, and insurance. Admitted to practice in Illinois (2003) and Nebraska United States District Court for the District of Nebraska United States Court of Appeals fo (2005). Educated at Chicago-Kent College of Law (J.D., 2003) and University of Michigan (B.A. Political, 1994). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of Nebraska/National Employment Lawyers Association Nebraska Association of Trial Attorneys Omaha Bar Association. Serands clients in Omaha, NE and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Ari Riekes is a civil litigation attorney who concentrates in employment litigation, personal injury, medical malpractice and contract disputes
  • Ari defends companies against claims of discrimination and other matters as well as advocating for employees who have suffered hostile work environments and wrongful terminations
  • He also represents individuals who have been injured due to no fault of their own in matters involving personal injury and medical malpractice
  • Representing both plaintiffs and defendants allows Ari to have a unique perspective when litigating a dispute
  • As a lawyer and trained mediator, Ari combines strong advocacy with the ability to find pragmatic and creative ways for solving problems for his clients
  • He provides sound, practical legal advice from the onset of a case, first by listening to his clients and understanding their goals and concerns and then by pursuing a strategy to achieve a positive outcome
  • Throughout the entire litigation process, Ari is well prepared and communicates with his clients on complex legal matters in a straightforward way
  • Ari is an Omaha native and graduated from Burke High School and earned his J.D. from Chicago-Kent College of Law with honors

Practice Areas Explained

Ari Riekes's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Ari Riekes handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

Ari Riekes is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Nebraska →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Ari Riekes is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Nebraska →

Insurance Law

Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.

Ari Riekes is one of 121,912 insurance attorneys indexed nationally. Browse insurance attorneys in Nebraska →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Nebraska

Practicing law in Nebraska. Legal matters in Nebraska are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Omaha are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Nebraska state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Nebraska brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Nebraska courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Ari Riekes

Where is Ari Riekes's law office located?
Ari Riekes's law practice is located in Omaha, Nebraska. The firm is Gross Welch Marks Clare, PC, LLO. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Ari Riekes handle?
Ari Riekes focuses on employment, litigation, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Nebraska.
How long has Ari Riekes practiced law?
Ari Riekes has 23+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2003.
Where did Ari Riekes go to law school?
Ari Riekes earned their education at (J.D., 2003); (B.A. Political, 1994).
How can I contact Ari Riekes for a consultation?
You can contact Ari Riekes directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Ari Riekes received?
Ari Riekes's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
Chicago-Kent College of Law
- 2003
B.A. Political
University of Michigan
- 1994

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 2003
Nebraska United States District Court for the District of Nebraska United States Court of Appeals fo
Admitted: 2005

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