Atty. James M. Mathis
James M. Mathis is a lawyer practicing real estate litigation, wills, estates law and 3 other areas of law.
Estates Law & More Attorney · Serving Lincoln, NE · 49+ Years Experience
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About James M. Mathis at a Glance
James M. Mathis is a wills, personal injury, estate planning, real estate, and estate litigation attorney based in Lincoln, Nebraska. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Admitted to practice in Nebraska (1977). Educated at University of Nebraska at Lincoln (J.D., 1977) and University of Nebraska at Lincoln (B.A., 1973). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Scotts Bluff County and Nebraska State Bar Associations. Serves clients in Lincoln, NE and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About James M. Mathis
- James M. Mathis is a lawyer practicing real estate litigation, wills, estates law and 3 other areas of law
- James received a B.A. degree from University of Nebraska at Lincoln in 1973, and has been licensed for 49 years
- James practices in Lincoln, NE
Practice Areas Explained
James M. Mathis's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James M. Mathis handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Lincoln.
Wills in Lincoln
James M. Mathis is one of 34,363 wills attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wills attorneys in Nebraska →
Personal Injury in Lincoln
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.
James M. Mathis is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Nebraska →
Estate Planning & Probate in Lincoln
An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
James M. Mathis is one of 224,789 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Nebraska →
Real Estate Law in Lincoln
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
James M. Mathis is one of 313,729 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Nebraska →
Estate & Trust Litigation in Lincoln
James M. Mathis is one of 19,876 estate litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate litigation attorneys in Nebraska →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Lincoln
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 venue, 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.
Lincoln Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Lincoln-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Lincoln Choose James M. Mathis
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish James M. Mathis's practice in the field of wills, personal injury, estate planning, real estate, and estate litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
James M. Mathis brings 49+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering wills, personal injury, and estate planning, James M. Mathis can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Lincoln
A Lincoln-based practice means James M. Mathis attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues James M. Mathis Handles in Lincoln
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters James M. Mathis has experience with under Nebraska law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
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