Atty. James J. Paloucek

Atty. James J. Paloucek

James J. Paloucek is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, collection law, insurance and 4 other areas of law.

North Platte North Platte 37 yrs experience 37 year
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Profile Summary

About James J. Paloucek at a glance

James J. Paloucek is a Member based in North Platte, Nebraska, practicing at Paloucek, Herman and Wurl Law Offices. They have 37+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1989. Their practice focuses on medical malpractice, personal injury, estate planning, workers comp, and creditor rights. Admitted to practice in Nebraska (1989), U.S. District Court, District of Nebraska (1989), and Colorado (1990). Educated at University of Notre Dame (J.D., 1989) and Chadron State College (B.S., 1986). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Lincoln County, Nebraska State and Colorado Bar Associations. Serands clients in North Platte, NE and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James J. Paloucek is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, collection law, insurance and 4 other areas of law
  • James received a B.S. degree from Chadron State College in 1986, and has been licensed for 37 years
  • James practices at Paloucek, Herman and Wurl Law Offices in North Platte, NE

Practice Areas Explained

James J. Paloucek's Areas of Practice

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

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

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Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

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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.

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

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

Creditor Rights & Collections

James J. Paloucek is one of 42,948 creditor rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse creditor rights 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 North Platte 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. Paloucek

Where is James J. Paloucek's law office located?
James J. Paloucek's law practice is located in North Platte, Nebraska. The firm is Paloucek, Herman and Wurl Law Offices. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James J. Paloucek handle?
James J. Paloucek focuses on medical malpractice, personal injury, estate planning, workers comp, creditor rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Nebraska.
How long has James J. Paloucek practiced law?
James J. Paloucek has 37+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1989.
Where did James J. Paloucek go to law school?
James J. Paloucek earned their education at (J.D., 1989); (B.S., 1986).
How can I contact James J. Paloucek for a consultation?
You can contact James J. Paloucek 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. Paloucek received?
James J. Paloucek's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of Notre Dame
- 1989
B.S.
Chadron State College
- 1986

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Nebraska
Admitted: 1989
U.S. District Court, District of Nebraska
Admitted: 1989
Colorado
Admitted: 1990

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