Atty. Terry C. Dougherty

Atty. Terry C. Dougherty

Terry C. Dougherty is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, construction litigation, general litigation and 2 other areas of law.

Lincoln Lincoln 53 yrs experience 53 year
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Profile Summary

About Terry C. Dougherty at a glance

Terry C. Dougherty is a Partner based in Lincoln, Nebraska, practicing at Woods Aitken LLP. They have 53+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1973. Their practice focuses on personal injury, construction, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Nebraska (1973). Educated at University of Nebraska (J.D., 1972) and University of Nebraska (B.S., 1970). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Lincoln, NE and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Terry C. Dougherty is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, construction litigation, general litigation and 2 other areas of law
  • Terry C. received a B.S. degree from University of Nebraska in 1970, and has been licensed for 53 years
  • Terry C. practices at Woods Aitken LLP in Lincoln, NE

Practice Areas Explained

Terry C. Dougherty's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Terry C. Dougherty handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

Terry C. Dougherty is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Nebraska →

Construction Law

Terry C. Dougherty is one of 40,689 construction attorneys indexed nationally. Browse construction attorneys in Nebraska →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Terry C. Dougherty is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation 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 Terry C. Dougherty

Where is Terry C. Dougherty's law office located?
Terry C. Dougherty's law practice is located in Lincoln, Nebraska. The firm is Woods Aitken LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Terry C. Dougherty handle?
Terry C. Dougherty focuses on personal injury, construction, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Nebraska.
How long has Terry C. Dougherty practiced law?
Terry C. Dougherty has 53+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1973.
Where did Terry C. Dougherty go to law school?
Terry C. Dougherty earned their education at (J.D., 1972); (B.S., 1970).
How can I contact Terry C. Dougherty for a consultation?
You can contact Terry C. Dougherty 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 Terry C. Dougherty received?
Terry C. Dougherty's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Nebraska
- 1972
B.S.
University of Nebraska
- 1970

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Nebraska
Admitted: 1973

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