Atty. Michael E. Thew
Michael E. Thew is a lawyer practicing government, civil rights law, equal opportunity and 3 other areas of law.
Civil Rights Law & More Attorney · Serving Lincoln, NE · 48+ Years Experience
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About Michael E. Thew at a Glance
Michael E. Thew is a Dep. Co. Atty. based in Lincoln, Nebraska. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Their practice focuses on tax, litigation, civil rights, and government. Admitted to practice in Nebraska (1978), U.S. District Court, District of Nebraska (1978), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit (1982). Educated at University of Nebraska at Lincoln (J.D., 1978) and University of Nebraska at Lincoln (B.A., 1975). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Lincoln, NE and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Michael E. Thew
- Michael E. Thew is a lawyer practicing government, civil rights law, equal opportunity and 3 other areas of law
- Michael received a B.A. degree from University of Nebraska at Lincoln in 1975, and has been licensed for 48 years
- Michael practices in Lincoln, NE
Practice Areas Explained
Michael E. Thew's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael E. Thew handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Lincoln.
Tax Law in Lincoln
Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.
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Civil Litigation in Lincoln
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Michael E. Thew is one of 450,751 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Nebraska →
Civil Rights in Lincoln
Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.
Michael E. Thew is one of 69,634 civil rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse civil rights attorneys in Nebraska →
Government & Administrative Law in Lincoln
Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.
Michael E. Thew is one of 131,162 government attorneys indexed nationally. Browse government 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 Michael E. Thew
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 Michael E. Thew's practice in the field of tax, litigation, civil rights, and government.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Michael E. Thew brings 48+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Nebraska, U.S. District Court, District of Nebraska, and U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit, Michael E. Thew can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering tax, litigation, and civil rights, Michael E. Thew 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 Michael E. Thew attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Michael E. Thew Handles in Lincoln
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