Family Law

• Divorce
• Child Support
• Child Custody and Visitation
  When it comes to divorce, child custody and other family law disputes, having an experienced advocate on your side can really make a difference. The attorneys at Copple, Rockey, Schlecht, Mason & Werth P.C., L.L.O., will help you work through these legal issues competently and cooperatively. Divorce and family matters are inherently emotional. Rely on us to advance your claim clearly and calmly, so that you do not have to take on your emotional health and the resolution of your claim at the same time – we handle the legal aspects for you.
• Guardianship
• Spousal Support
  We can help you declare grounds for dissolution of marriage and determine what you need and deserve as you consider dividing up your assets, debts, property and other things with your ex-spouse. We help clients determine fair spousal support, which may be decided based on factors like the length of the marriage, each party’s earning capacity, and the contributions of each party to the marriage. Hiring our attorneys means someone knowledgeable and skilled in divorce proceedings is looking out for you. If you try to go it alone, the court cannot provide advice or legal guidance. An attorney can make sure your affairs are in order, minimizing any negative lasting impact the divorce could have on your finances, home ownership, or other aspects of your life.
• Legal Separation

Criminal Law

• Criminal Defense
  At Copple, Rockey, Schlecht, Mason & Werth P.C., L.L.O., we have significant experience handling state and federal, civil and criminal appeals. Our appellate attorneys are regularly sought after by other lawyers to handle appellate matters in the Nebraska Court of Appeals, Nebraska Supreme Court, as well as the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 8th Circuit. In addition, we have an attorney admitted to practice before the United States Supreme Court.
• DUI/DWI
• Wrongful Death
  A wrongful death occurs when someone dies as the direct result of someone else’s negligence, carelessness, or intentional act. A wrongful death claim is a tool provided to you by our civil justice system. Such a claim allows you to seek justice for your deceased loved one while pursuing compensation to protect the financial future of your family. Our team of experienced wrongful death lawyers in Omaha and Norfolk manage cases and win compensation for individuals through Nebraska. Meet our team of attorneys. »
• Sex Crimes
• White Collar Crimes
• Misdemeanors
  At Copple, Rockey, Schlecht, Mason & Werth P.C., L.L.O., we have a diverse criminal practice. Our attorneys regularly defend clients facing felony and misdemeanor charges in state and federal courts. We have offices in Omaha and Norfolk, Nebraska, and are prepared to represent clients throughout the state.
• Embezzlement
• Drug Crimes
• Assault
• Murder
  Wrongful death lawsuits may also be filed after a criminal lawsuit for murder or manslaughter failed to provide a conviction or any type of settlement or award. While this isn’t always true, a wrongful death suit can be filed after a criminal suit in order to gain punitive damages (in extreme cases) and monetary damages if negligence can be proven, but not to the extent required for a criminal charge.
• Manslaughter

Business and Corporate Law

• Business Disputes
  There is the potential for a multitude of legal issues to arise when you look at the entire lifecycle of a business. From simple to complex, these legal matters may affect your day-to-day operations, or have significant implications for the success or failure or your business. We are able to handle a wide variety of business law matters because our attorneys have diverse experience and backgrounds. From corporations to small Nebraska-based businesses, we are ready to guide you through this process adeptly.
• Limited Liability Companies
  For clients interested in wealth preservation, we are able to implement a wide range of techniques to protect the assets they have spent a lifetime accumulating. Some of the techniques we can employ include gifting property and assets and establishing limited partnerships or limited liability companies. In addition, we utilize a number of types of trusts to protect our clients wealth.

Employment Law

• Workers Compensation
  I was one of Kathy Rockey’s first workers compensation clients. Kathy put in overtime to make sure that I was taken care of for my injuries. I think that she goes above and beyond to make sure her clients are taken care of. I have had other
• Wrongful Termination
  Employment litigation: Our lawyers represent employees and employers in employment disputes involving harassment, discrimination, wrongful termination, whistleblower retaliation, wage and hour disputes, breach of contract disputes, workers’ compensation matters, and other employment law matters.
• Employment Contract
  Our employment law practice is focused on providing effective representation in transactional matters, such as employment contracts, and diligent representation when disputes arise. We work to develop practical solutions that meet the needs of clients.
• Employment Litigation
  Employee handbook: We work with business clients to develop a comprehensive employee handbook that adequately addresses issues involving sexual harassment and other discrimination or harassment, workers’ compensation procedures, grievance issues/procedures, and other important matters. In addition, we offer effective human resources training on all relevant employee handbook issues in order to avoid future potential employment disputes.
• Non-compete Agreement
  Employment contracts: Our attorneys ensure that the interests of our client are fully served in confidentiality agreements, non-compete agreements, severance agreements, and other employment contracts. We negotiate, draft, and review employment contracts on behalf of employer and employee clients.
• Severance Agreement
• Sexual Harassment

Property Law

• Real Estate Litigation
  We regularly represent clients in residential and commercial real estate matters, and we would be pleased to discuss your needs in detail during the initial consultation. Our firm serves all of Nebraska, including the communities of Lincoln, Norfolk, Omaha, and others.
• Real Estate Transactions
  Real estate transactions are complex. Whether representing a client in the purchase, sale, or lease of commercial property, or handling a residential real estate transaction, our lawyers know how to effectively negotiate purchase agreements and draft all documents necessary for closing.
• Land Use and Zoning

Health Law

• Personal Injury
  In addition to physical harm, you may also experience emotional trauma, mental anguish and lasting pain and suffering. There may be psychological components to these injuries. In a personal injury case handled by our experienced lawyers, we will seek to recover compensation so that you can access the resources you need in order to heal. We have nearly a century of combined experience. We are a premier law firm when you’re looking for in-depth research, vast trial experience, and tenacity to seek the result you are entitled to under the law.
• Auto Accidents
• Social Security Disability
  When an injury, illness, or disability prevents you from working, obtaining the benefits to which you are rightfully entitled can be challenging. Whether pursuing Social Security Disability benefits or private long-term or short-term disability benefits, our lawyers at Copple, Rockey, Schlecht, Mason & Werth P.C., L.L.O., have the experience and diligence to effectively guide you through this bureaucratic process.

Trusts and Estates

• Estate Planning
  At Copple, Rockey, Schlecht, Mason & Werth P.C., L.L.O. our attorneys have significant experience handling estate planning, estate administration, and probate matters for individuals and families. We recognize that our clients have unique needs. Our estate and probate attorneys take the time to understand our clients’ situation and objectives, and then work with them to ensure their estate plan meets those goals.
• Wills
• Trusts
• Power of Attorney
• Probate

Finance Law

• Tax Law