Atty. James P. McKernan

Atty. James P. McKernan

James P. McKernan is a lawyer practicing general practice, trusts, estates and 20 other areas of law.

Hebron Hebron 53 yrs experience 53 year
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About James P. McKernan at a glance

James P. McKernan is a Member based in Hebron, Nebraska, practicing at James P. McKernan, Attorney. They have 53+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1973. Their practice focuses on wills, trusts, probate, family law, and estate planning. Admitted to practice in Nebraska (1973). Educated at Creighton University (J.D., 1973) and University of Nebraska at Omaha (B.A., 1970). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Hebron, NE and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James P. McKernan is a lawyer practicing general practice, trusts, estates and 20 other areas of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from University of Nebraska at Omaha in 1970, and has been licensed for 53 years
  • James practices at James P. McKernan, Attorney in Hebron, NE

Practice Areas Explained

James P. McKernan's Areas of Practice

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

Wills

James P. McKernan is one of 34,541 wills attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wills attorneys in Nebraska →

Trusts

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Probate

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Family Law

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

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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 P. McKernan is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning 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 Hebron 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 P. McKernan

Where is James P. McKernan's law office located?
James P. McKernan's law practice is located in Hebron, Nebraska. The firm is James P. McKernan, Attorney. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James P. McKernan handle?
James P. McKernan focuses on wills, trusts, probate, family law, estate planning. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Nebraska.
How long has James P. McKernan practiced law?
James P. McKernan has 53+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1973.
Where did James P. McKernan go to law school?
James P. McKernan earned their education at (J.D., 1973); (B.A., 1970).
How can I contact James P. McKernan for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has James P. McKernan received?
James P. McKernan's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Creighton University
- 1973
B.A.
University of Nebraska at Omaha
- 1970

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Nebraska
Admitted: 1973

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