Atty. David Dean Ernst

Atty. David Dean Ernst

David Dean Ernst is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, construction law, credentialing and 9 other areas of law. David received a B.S. degree from University of Nebraska in 1979, and has been licensed for 43 years.

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Profile Summary

About David Dean Ernst at a glance

David Dean Ernst is a Partner based in Omaha, Nebraska, practicing at Pansing Hogan Ernst & Bachman LLP. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Their practice focuses on personal injury, ip, construction, product liability, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Nebraska (1983) and Iowa (2008). Educated at University of Nebraska (J.D., 1983) and University of Nebraska (B.S., 1979). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Omaha, Nebraska State and American (Member, Forum Committee on Health Law) Bar Associations Nebraska Association of Trial Attorneys. Serands clients in Omaha, NE and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • David Dean Ernst is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, construction law, credentialing and 9 other areas of law
  • David received a B.S. degree from University of Nebraska in 1979, and has been licensed for 43 years
  • David practices at Pansing Hogan Ernst & Bachman LLP in Omaha, NE

Practice Areas Explained

David Dean Ernst's Areas of Practice

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

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

David Dean Ernst is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Nebraska →

Intellectual Property

IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.

David Dean Ernst is one of 106,079 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in Nebraska →

Construction Law

David Dean Ernst is one of 40,689 construction attorneys indexed nationally. Browse construction attorneys in Nebraska →

Product Liability

David Dean Ernst is one of 66,193 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in Nebraska →

Civil Litigation

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

David Dean Ernst is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation 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 David Dean Ernst

Where is David Dean Ernst's law office located?
David Dean Ernst's law practice is located in Omaha, Nebraska. The firm is Pansing Hogan Ernst & Bachman LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David Dean Ernst handle?
David Dean Ernst focuses on personal injury, ip, construction, product liability, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Nebraska.
How long has David Dean Ernst practiced law?
David Dean Ernst has 43+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1983.
Where did David Dean Ernst go to law school?
David Dean Ernst earned their education at (J.D., 1983); (B.S., 1979).
How can I contact David Dean Ernst for a consultation?
You can contact David Dean Ernst 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 David Dean Ernst received?
David Dean Ernst's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Nebraska
- 1983
B.S.
University of Nebraska
- 1979

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Nebraska
Admitted: 1983
Iowa
Admitted: 2008

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