Atty. Michael Wayne Jensen
Michael Wayne Jensen is a lawyer practicing criminal law, government-all levels, government/administrative law and 1 other area of law. Michael has been licensed for 21 years.
Criminal Law & More Attorney · Serving Lincoln, NE · 21+ Years Experience
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About Michael Wayne Jensen at a Glance
Michael Wayne Jensen is a criminal defense, workers comp, and government attorney based in Lincoln, Nebraska. They have 21+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2005. Admitted to practice in Nebraska (2005) and Iowa (2022). Serves clients in Lincoln, NE and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Michael Wayne Jensen
- Michael Wayne Jensen is a lawyer practicing criminal law, government-all levels, government/administrative law and 1 other area of law
- Michael has been licensed for 21 years
- Michael practices in Lincoln, NE
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Michael Wayne Jensen's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael Wayne Jensen handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Lincoln.
Criminal Defense in Lincoln
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
Michael Wayne Jensen is one of 212,605 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Nebraska →
Workers Compensation in Lincoln
Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.
Michael Wayne Jensen is one of 54,932 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Nebraska →
Government & Administrative Law in Lincoln
Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.
Michael Wayne Jensen 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 Wayne Jensen
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 Wayne Jensen's practice in the field of criminal defense, workers comp, and government.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Michael Wayne Jensen brings 21+ 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 and Iowa, Michael Wayne Jensen can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering criminal defense, workers comp, and government, Michael Wayne Jensen 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 Wayne Jensen 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 Wayne Jensen Handles in Lincoln
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Michael Wayne Jensen has experience with under Nebraska law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
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