Atty. J. L. Spray

Atty. J. L. Spray

J. L.

Lincoln Lincoln 40 yrs experience 40 year
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Profile Summary

About J. L. Spray at a glance

J. L. Spray is a Member based in Lincoln, Nebraska, practicing at Mattson, Ricketts, Davies, Stewart & Calkins. They have 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, employment, and business. Admitted to practice in Nebraska (1986) and Iowa (1999). Educated at University of Nebraska at Lincoln (J.D., 1986) and University of Nebraska at Lincoln (B.S., 1983). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Lincoln, Nebraska State (Member: House of Delegates, 1999— Committee on the Unauthorized Practice of Law and Multidisciplinary Practice) and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in Lincoln, NE and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • J. L. Spray is a lawyer practicing estate planning, general civil law, real estate law and 9 other areas of law
  • J. L. received a B.S. degree from University of Nebraska at Lincoln in 1983, and has been licensed for 40 years
  • J. L. practices at Mattson, Ricketts, Davies, Stewart & Calkins in Lincoln, NE

Practice Areas Explained

J. L. Spray's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

J. L. Spray is one of 104,172 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Nebraska →

Probate

J. L. Spray 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.

J. L. Spray is one of 226,537 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Nebraska →

Employment Law

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

J. L. Spray is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Nebraska →

Business & Corporate Law

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

J. L. Spray is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business 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 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 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 J. L. Spray

Where is J. L. Spray's law office located?
J. L. Spray's law practice is located in Lincoln, Nebraska. The firm is Mattson, Ricketts, Davies, Stewart & Calkins. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does J. L. Spray handle?
J. L. Spray focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, employment, business. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Nebraska.
How long has J. L. Spray practiced law?
J. L. Spray has 40+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1986.
Where did J. L. Spray go to law school?
J. L. Spray earned their education at (J.D., 1986); (B.S., 1983).
How can I contact J. L. Spray for a consultation?
You can contact J. L. Spray 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 J. L. Spray received?
J. L. Spray's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of Nebraska at Lincoln
- 1986
B.S.
University of Nebraska at Lincoln
- 1983

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Nebraska
Admitted: 1986
Iowa
Admitted: 1999

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