Atty. James R. Place

Atty. James R. Place

James R. Place is a lawyer practicing civil practice, trial practice, appellate practice and 17 other areas of law.

Omaha Omaha 50 yrs experience 50 year
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Profile Summary

About James R. Place at a glance

James R. Place is a Member based in Omaha, Nebraska, practicing at Place Law Office. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Their practice focuses on probate, personal injury, family law, estate planning, and employment. Admitted to practice in Nebraska (1976), U.S. District Court, District of Nebraska (1976), U.S. Court of Appeals, Federal Circuit (1987), and U.S. Tax Court (1988). Educated at Creighton University (J.D., 1976) and College of St. Thomas (B.A., 1971). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Omaha, Nebraska State and American Bar Associations The Association of Trial Lawyers of America. Serands clients in Omaha, NE and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • James R. Place is a lawyer practicing civil practice, trial practice, appellate practice and 17 other areas of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from College of St. Thomas in 1971, and has been licensed for 50 years
  • James practices at Place Law Office in Omaha, NE

Practice Areas Explained

James R. Place's Areas of Practice

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

Probate

James R. Place is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Nebraska →

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.

James R. Place is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury 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 R. Place is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Nebraska →

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 R. Place is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Nebraska →

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

James R. Place is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment 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 R. Place

Where is James R. Place's law office located?
James R. Place's law practice is located in Omaha, Nebraska. The firm is Place Law Office. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James R. Place handle?
James R. Place focuses on probate, personal injury, family law, estate planning, employment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Nebraska.
How long has James R. Place practiced law?
James R. Place has 50+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1976.
Where did James R. Place go to law school?
James R. Place earned their education at (J.D., 1976); (B.A., 1971).
How can I contact James R. Place for a consultation?
You can contact James R. Place 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 R. Place received?
James R. Place's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Creighton University
- 1976
B.A.
College of St. Thomas
- 1971

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Nebraska
Admitted: 1976
U.S. District Court, District of Nebraska
Admitted: 1976
U.S. Court of Appeals, Federal Circuit
Admitted: 1987
U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 1988

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