Atty. Thomas James Kelley

Atty. Thomas James Kelley

Thomas James Kelley is a lawyer practicing business law, privacy law, probate and 7 other areas of law. Thomas received a B.A. degree from Creighton University in 1986, and has been licensed for 37 years.

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Profile Summary

About Thomas James Kelley at a glance

Thomas James Kelley is a Member based in Omaha, Nebraska, practicing at McGrath | North. They have 37+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1989. Their practice focuses on wills, trusts, probate, estate planning, and business. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1989), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1990), Nebraska (1992), and U.S. District Court, District of Nebraska (1992). Educated at Notre Dame Law School (J.D., 1989) and Creighton University (B.A., 1986). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Omaha, Nebraska State and American Bar Associations Nebraska Society of Certified Public Accountants. Serands clients in Omaha, NE and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Thomas James Kelley is a lawyer practicing business law, privacy law, probate and 7 other areas of law
  • Thomas received a B.A. degree from Creighton University in 1986, and has been licensed for 37 years
  • Thomas practices at McGrath | North in Omaha, NE

Practice Areas Explained

Thomas James Kelley's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Thomas James Kelley handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Wills

Thomas James Kelley is one of 34,541 wills attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wills attorneys in Nebraska →

Trusts

Thomas James Kelley is one of 104,171 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Nebraska →

Probate

Thomas James Kelley is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Nebraska →

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

Thomas James Kelley is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Nebraska →

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

Thomas James Kelley is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business 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 Omaha 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 Thomas James Kelley

Where is Thomas James Kelley's law office located?
Thomas James Kelley's law practice is located in Omaha, Nebraska. The firm is McGrath | North. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Thomas James Kelley handle?
Thomas James Kelley focuses on wills, trusts, probate, estate planning, business. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Nebraska.
How long has Thomas James Kelley practiced law?
Thomas James Kelley has 37+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1989.
Where did Thomas James Kelley go to law school?
Thomas James Kelley earned their education at (J.D., 1989); (B.A., 1986).
How can I contact Thomas James Kelley for a consultation?
You can contact Thomas James Kelley 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 Thomas James Kelley received?
Thomas James Kelley's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Notre Dame Law School
- 1989
B.A.
Creighton University
- 1986

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1989
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 1990
Nebraska
Admitted: 1992
U.S. District Court, District of Nebraska
Admitted: 1992
Iowa
Admitted: 2007

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