Atty. Michael J. Elsken

Atty. Michael J. Elsken

Michael J. Elsken is a lawyer practicing real property, bankruptcy law, domestic relations and 14 other areas of law.

Lincoln Lincoln 44 yrs experience 44 year
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Profile Summary

About Michael J. Elsken at a glance

Michael J. Elsken is a family law, employment, real estate, bankruptcy, and ssd attorney based in Lincoln, Nebraska. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Admitted to practice in Nebraska (1982). Educated at University of Nebraska (J.D., 1982) and Northern Illinois University (B.A., 1979). Serands clients in Lincoln, NE and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Michael J. Elsken is a lawyer practicing real property, bankruptcy law, domestic relations and 14 other areas of law
  • Michael received a B.A. degree from Northern Illinois University in 1979, and has been licensed for 44 years
  • Michael practices in Lincoln, NE

Practice Areas Explained

Michael J. Elsken's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael J. Elsken handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

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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Employment Law

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

Michael J. Elsken is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Nebraska →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

Michael J. Elsken is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Nebraska →

Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

Michael J. Elsken is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Nebraska →

Social Security Disability

SSDI and SSI attorneys for disability claims, denied benefits, and Social Security appeals.

Michael J. Elsken is one of 26,532 ssd attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ssd 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 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 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 Michael J. Elsken

Where is Michael J. Elsken's law office located?
Michael J. Elsken's law practice is located in Lincoln, Nebraska. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael J. Elsken handle?
Michael J. Elsken focuses on family law, employment, real estate, bankruptcy, ssd. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Nebraska.
How long has Michael J. Elsken practiced law?
Michael J. Elsken has 44+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1982.
Where did Michael J. Elsken go to law school?
Michael J. Elsken earned their education at (J.D., 1982); (B.A., 1979).
How can I contact Michael J. Elsken for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Nebraska
- 1982
B.A.
Northern Illinois University
- 1979

Bar Admissions

Nebraska
Admitted: 1982

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