Atty. James D. "Jim" Wegner

Atty. James D. "Jim" Wegner

James D. Wegner is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Aviation Law, Closely Held Companies and Family Businesses Law, Corporate Law, Nonprofit / Charities Law, Tax Law and Trusts and Estates.

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Profile Summary

About James D. "Jim" Wegner at a glance

James D. "Jim" Wegner is a trusts, family law, business, tax, and aviation attorney based in Omaha, Nebraska, practicing at McGrath North Mullin & Kratz PC LLO. Educated at Creighton University (J.D., 1980). Recognitions include Lawyer of the Year — Nonprofit / Charities Law (Omaha) (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Aviation Law (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Closely Held Companies and Family Businesses Law (2026). Serands clients in Omaha, NE and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • James D. Wegner is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Aviation Law, Closely Held Companies and Family Businesses Law, Corporate Law, Nonprofit / Charities Law, Tax Law and Trusts and Estates
  • James D., who practices law in Omaha, Nebraska, has been recognized since 2013
  • This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which James D. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area

Practice Areas Explained

James D. "Jim" Wegner's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James D. "Jim" Wegner handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Trusts

James D. "Jim" Wegner is one of 104,171 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Nebraska →

Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

James D. "Jim" Wegner is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Nebraska →

Business & Corporate Law

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

James D. "Jim" Wegner is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Nebraska →

Tax Law

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

James D. "Jim" Wegner is one of 85,302 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in Nebraska →

Aviation Law

Aviation attorneys for aircraft accidents, FAA regulation, pilot defense, and aviation industry matters.

James D. "Jim" Wegner is one of 9,225 aviation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse aviation 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 James D. "Jim" Wegner

Where is James D. "Jim" Wegner's law office located?
James D. "Jim" Wegner's law practice is located in Omaha, Nebraska. The firm is McGrath North Mullin & Kratz PC LLO. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James D. "Jim" Wegner handle?
James D. "Jim" Wegner focuses on trusts, family law, business, tax, aviation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Nebraska.
Where did James D. "Jim" Wegner go to law school?
James D. "Jim" Wegner earned their education at (J.D., 1980).
How can I contact James D. "Jim" Wegner for a consultation?
You can contact James D. "Jim" Wegner 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 James D. "Jim" Wegner received?
James D. "Jim" Wegner's notable recognition includes: Lawyer of the Year — Nonprofit / Charities Law (Omaha); Best Lawyers in America — Aviation Law; Best Lawyers in America — Closely Held Companies and Family Businesses Law; Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law; Best Lawyers in America — Nonprofit / Charities Law.

Education

J.D.
Creighton University
- 1980

Awards

Lawyer of the Year — Nonprofit / Charities Law (Omaha)
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Aviation Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Closely Held Companies and Family Businesses Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Nonprofit / Charities Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Tax Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Trusts and Estates
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation and Controversy - Tax
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Transportation Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Aviation
- 2026
Lawyer of the Year — Nonprofit / Charities Law (Omaha)
- 2023
Lawyer of the Year — Closely Held Companies and Family Businesses Law (Omaha)
- 2022
Lawyer of the Year — Nonprofit / Charities Law (Omaha)
- 2021
Lawyer of the Year — Nonprofit / Charities Law (Omaha)
- 2019

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