Atty. David James Tarrell
David James Tarrell is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, dui defense, drug crimes and 1 other area of law. David received a B.A. degree from Kearney State College in 1991, and has been licensed for 26 years.
Criminal Defense & More Attorney · Serving Lincoln, NE · 26+ Years Experience
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About David James Tarrell at a Glance
David James Tarrell is an Associate based in Lincoln, Nebraska. They have 26+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2000. Their practice focuses on dui/dwi, drug crimes, criminal defense, and federal crimes. Admitted to practice in Nebraska (2000) and Iowa (2011). Educated at University of Nebraska (J.D., 2000) and Kearney State College (B.A. English, 1991). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of Nebraska Criminal Defense Attorneys Association. Serves clients in Lincoln, NE and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About David James Tarrell
- David James Tarrell is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, dui defense, drug crimes and 1 other area of law
- David received a B.A. degree from Kearney State College in 1991, and has been licensed for 26 years
- David practices in Lincoln, NE
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David James Tarrell's Areas of Legal Practice
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DUI / DWI Defense in Lincoln
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Criminal Defense in Lincoln
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Lincoln
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 Lincoln 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.
Lincoln Courts and Legal Process
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Lincoln Choose David James Tarrell
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 James Tarrell's practice in the field of dui/dwi, drug crimes, criminal defense, and federal crimes.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
David James Tarrell brings 26+ 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 and Iowa, David James Tarrell can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering dui/dwi, drug crimes, and criminal defense, David James Tarrell can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Lincoln
A Lincoln-based practice means David James Tarrell attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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