Atty. Joseph Steffen Dreesen

Atty. Joseph Steffen Dreesen

Joseph Steffen Dreesen is a lawyer practicing construction, federal law, higher education and 4 other areas of law. Joseph received a B.A. degree from University of Nebraska-Lincoln in 1977, and has been licensed for 46 years.

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Profile Summary

About Joseph Steffen Dreesen at a glance

Joseph Steffen Dreesen is a employment, education, and health care attorney based in Omaha, Nebraska. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Admitted to practice in Minnesota (1980), Nebraska (1983), South Dakota (2005), and U.S. District Court, District of South Dakota (2005). Educated at University of Minnesota (J.D., 1980) and University of Nebraska-Lincoln (B.A., 1977). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Professional Associations and Activities •American Bar Association •Iowa State Bar Association •Minnesota State Bar Association •Nebraska State Bar Association •Omaha Bar Association •South Dakota State Bar •South Dakota Labor and Employment Law Committee. Serands clients in Omaha, NE and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Joseph Steffen Dreesen is a lawyer practicing construction, federal law, higher education and 4 other areas of law
  • Joseph received a B.A. degree from University of Nebraska-Lincoln in 1977, and has been licensed for 46 years
  • Joseph practices in Omaha, NE

Practice Areas Explained

Joseph Steffen Dreesen's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Joseph Steffen Dreesen handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Employment Law

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

Joseph Steffen Dreesen is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Nebraska →

Education Law

Education attorneys for special education (IEP), school discipline, Title IX, and student rights.

Joseph Steffen Dreesen is one of 24,079 education attorneys indexed nationally. Browse education attorneys in Nebraska →

Health Care Law

Health care attorneys for HIPAA, Medicare, Medicaid, regulatory compliance, and medical licensing matters.

Joseph Steffen Dreesen is one of 66,735 health care attorneys indexed nationally. Browse health care 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 Joseph Steffen Dreesen

Where is Joseph Steffen Dreesen's law office located?
Joseph Steffen Dreesen's law practice is located in Omaha, Nebraska. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Joseph Steffen Dreesen handle?
Joseph Steffen Dreesen focuses on employment, education, health care. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Nebraska.
How long has Joseph Steffen Dreesen practiced law?
Joseph Steffen Dreesen has 46+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1980.
Where did Joseph Steffen Dreesen go to law school?
Joseph Steffen Dreesen earned their education at (J.D., 1980); (B.A., 1977).
How can I contact Joseph Steffen Dreesen for a consultation?
You can contact Joseph Steffen Dreesen 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 Joseph Steffen Dreesen received?
Joseph Steffen Dreesen's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Minnesota
- 1980
B.A.
University of Nebraska-Lincoln
- 1977

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Minnesota
Admitted: 1980
Nebraska
Admitted: 1983
South Dakota
Admitted: 2005
U.S. District Court, District of South Dakota
Admitted: 2005
Iowa U.S. District Court, District of Minnesota U.S. Court of Appeals, Third, Fourth, Eighth, Ninth
Admitted: 2012

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