Atty. Steven D. Burns

Atty. Steven D. Burns

Hon. Steven D.

Lincoln Lincoln 53 yrs experience 53 year
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About Steven D. Burns at a glance

Steven D. Burns is a Dist. J. based in Lincoln, Nebraska. They have 53+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1973. Their practice focuses on contracts, employment, litigation, and civil rights. Admitted to practice in Nebraska (1973), U.S. District Court, District of Nebraska (1973), U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit (1980), and U.S. Supreme Court (1988). Educated at University of Nebraska (J.D., 1973) and University of Nebraska (B.A., 1971). Serands clients in Lincoln, NE and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Hon. Steven D. Burns is a lawyer practicing contract, environmental litigation, employment and 4 other areas of law
  • Steven received a B.A. degree from University of Nebraska in 1971, and has been licensed for 53 years
  • Steven practices in Lincoln, NE

Practice Areas Explained

Steven D. Burns's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Steven D. Burns handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Contracts

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Employment Law

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Civil Litigation

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Civil Rights

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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 Steven D. Burns

Where is Steven D. Burns's law office located?
Steven D. Burns's law practice is located in Lincoln, Nebraska. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Steven D. Burns handle?
Steven D. Burns focuses on contracts, employment, litigation, civil rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Nebraska.
How long has Steven D. Burns practiced law?
Steven D. Burns has 53+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1973.
Where did Steven D. Burns go to law school?
Steven D. Burns earned their education at (J.D., 1973); (B.A., 1971).
How can I contact Steven D. Burns for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Nebraska
- 1973
B.A.
University of Nebraska
- 1971

Bar Admissions

Nebraska
Admitted: 1973
U.S. District Court, District of Nebraska
Admitted: 1973
U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit
Admitted: 1980
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1988

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