Atty. David E. Copple
Past President, Northeast Community College Foundation. Past Chair, Norfolk Area Chamber of Commerce, Economic Development.
Estate Planning & More Attorney · Serving Norfolk, NE · 43+ Years Experience
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About David E. Copple at a Glance
David E. Copple is a Senior Partner based in Norfolk, Nebraska, practicing at Copple, Rockey, Schlecht, Mason & Werth P.C., L.L.O.. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Their practice focuses on wills, wrongful death, personal injury, criminal defense, and estate planning. Admitted to practice in Nebraska (1983), U.S. District Court, District of Nebraska (1983), U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit (1991), and U.S. Supreme Court (2002). Educated at University of Nebraska (J.D., 1983) and University of Nebraska (B.S., 1980). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Norfolk, NE and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About David E. Copple
- Past President, Northeast Community College Foundation
- Past Chair, Norfolk Area Chamber of Commerce, Economic Development
- Past Member, International Council of Shopping Centers
Member
- University of Nebraska President's Advisory Council
- University of Nebraska Alumni Association
- Boys and Girls Home-Norfolk, Community Advisory Board
- District 3, Nebraska State Hi-way Commission
Practice Areas Explained
David E. Copple's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David E. Copple handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Norfolk.
Wills in Norfolk
David E. Copple is one of 34,363 wills attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wills attorneys in Nebraska →
Wrongful Death in Norfolk
David E. Copple is one of 30,932 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death attorneys in Nebraska →
Personal Injury in Norfolk
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 E. Copple is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Nebraska →
Criminal Defense in Norfolk
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
David E. Copple is one of 212,605 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Nebraska →
Estate Planning & Probate in Norfolk
An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
David E. Copple is one of 224,789 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Nebraska →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Norfolk
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 Norfolk 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 venue, 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.
Norfolk Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Norfolk-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Norfolk Choose David E. Copple
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish David E. Copple's practice in the field of wills, wrongful death, personal injury, criminal defense, and estate planning.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
David E. Copple brings 43+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Nebraska, U.S. District Court, District of Nebraska, and U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit, David E. Copple can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering wills, wrongful death, and personal injury, David E. Copple can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Norfolk
A Norfolk-based practice means David E. Copple attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues David E. Copple Handles in Norfolk
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters David E. Copple has experience with under Nebraska law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact David E. Copple directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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