Atty. Edward J. McCarthy

Atty. Edward J. McCarthy

Edward J. McCarthy is a lawyer practicing corporation law, probate and estate administration, estate planning and 4 other areas of law.

Omaha Omaha 60 yrs experience 60 year
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Profile Summary

About Edward J. McCarthy at a glance

Edward J. McCarthy is a Member based in Omaha, Nebraska, practicing at Seminara, Caniglia, McCarthy & Sacoman. They have 60+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1966. Their practice focuses on probate, estate planning, business, real estate, and tax. Admitted to practice in Nebraska (1966), U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit (1978), and U.S. Tax Court (1979). Educated at St. Louis University (J.D., 1966) and Creighton University (B.Sc., 1956). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Omaha and Nebraska State Bar Associations. Serands clients in Omaha, NE and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Edward J. McCarthy is a lawyer practicing corporation law, probate and estate administration, estate planning and 4 other areas of law
  • Edward received a degree from Creighton University in 1956, and has been licensed for 60 years
  • Edward practices at Seminara, Caniglia, McCarthy & Sacoman in Omaha, NE

Practice Areas Explained

Edward J. McCarthy's Areas of Practice

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

Probate

Edward J. McCarthy is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Nebraska →

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

Edward J. McCarthy is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Nebraska →

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

Edward J. McCarthy is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Nebraska →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

Edward J. McCarthy is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Nebraska →

Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

Edward J. McCarthy is one of 85,302 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax 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 Edward J. McCarthy

Where is Edward J. McCarthy's law office located?
Edward J. McCarthy's law practice is located in Omaha, Nebraska. The firm is Seminara, Caniglia, McCarthy & Sacoman. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Edward J. McCarthy handle?
Edward J. McCarthy focuses on probate, estate planning, business, real estate, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Nebraska.
How long has Edward J. McCarthy practiced law?
Edward J. McCarthy has 60+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1966.
Where did Edward J. McCarthy go to law school?
Edward J. McCarthy earned their education at (J.D., 1966); (B.Sc., 1956).
How can I contact Edward J. McCarthy for a consultation?
You can contact Edward J. McCarthy 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 Edward J. McCarthy received?
Edward J. McCarthy's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
St. Louis University
- 1966
B.Sc.
Creighton University
- 1956

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Nebraska
Admitted: 1966
U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit
Admitted: 1978
U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 1979

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