Atty. James J. Demars

Atty. James J. Demars

James J. Demars is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, construction litigation, workers compensation and 1 other area of law.

Lincoln Lincoln 57 yrs experience 57 year
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Profile Summary

About James J. Demars at a glance

James J. Demars is an Of Counsel based in Lincoln, Nebraska, practicing at DeMars Gordon Olson Zalewski & Wynner. They have 57+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1969. Their practice focuses on workers comp, construction, litigation, and adr. Admitted to practice in Nebraska (1969), U.S. District Court, District of Nebraska (1969), U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit (1974), and U.S. Supreme Court (1979). Educated at University of Nebraska (J.D., 1969) and University of Nebraska (B.A., 1966). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Lincoln and Nebraska State (Member, NE State Bar Commission, 1982-1997) Bar Associations. Serands clients in Lincoln, NE and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • James J. Demars is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, construction litigation, workers compensation and 1 other area of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from University of Nebraska in 1966, and has been licensed for 57 years
  • James practices at DeMars Gordon Olson Zalewski & Wynner in Lincoln, NE

Practice Areas Explained

James J. Demars's Areas of Practice

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

Workers Compensation

Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

James J. Demars is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Nebraska →

Construction Law

James J. Demars is one of 40,689 construction attorneys indexed nationally. Browse construction attorneys in Nebraska →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

James J. Demars is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Nebraska →

Mediation & Arbitration

Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.

James J. Demars is one of 73,906 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr 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 James J. Demars

Where is James J. Demars's law office located?
James J. Demars's law practice is located in Lincoln, Nebraska. The firm is DeMars Gordon Olson Zalewski & Wynner. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James J. Demars handle?
James J. Demars focuses on workers comp, construction, litigation, adr. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Nebraska.
How long has James J. Demars practiced law?
James J. Demars has 57+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1969.
Where did James J. Demars go to law school?
James J. Demars earned their education at (J.D., 1969); (B.A., 1966).
How can I contact James J. Demars for a consultation?
You can contact James J. Demars 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 J. Demars received?
James J. Demars's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Nebraska
- 1969
B.A.
University of Nebraska
- 1966

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Nebraska
Admitted: 1969
U.S. District Court, District of Nebraska
Admitted: 1969
U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit
Admitted: 1974
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1979

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