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City of Omaha Senior Attorney Civil

CITY of OMAHA HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT
DEBORAH K. SANDER, DIRECTOR

This exam is OPEN COMPETITIVE for:
SENIOR ATTORNEY – CIVIL
Application Deadline: June 9, 2026

This is complex and difficult civil or criminal professional legal work in the City’s Law Department that includes extensive research, precedent problems, jury and court trials, appeals, and contested cases. An employee is assigned to either the Civil or Prosecution Division. Work involves representing the City in traffic, misdemeanor, civil, and worker’s compensation cases; prosecuting criminal complaints; preparing cases set for trial; and preparing and reviewing bid documents, legislation and other legal documents. Work may also involve delivering presentations before higher courts. Assignments are received and work is reviewed by a higher-ranking attorney.

Posted: May 22, 2026

CITY OF OMAHA PARALEGAL ASSISTANT - CIVIL

CITY of OMAHA HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT
DEBORAH K. SANDER, DIRECTOR

This exam is OPEN COMPETITIVE for:
PARALEGAL ASSISTANT – CIVIL
Application Deadline
June 8, 2026

This is para-professional work providing legal assistance to the attorneys in the City Law Department. Work involves performing legal research; taking statements from witnesses; investigating cases; preparing evidence and assembling documentation for cases; preparing briefs, pleadings, and other legal documents; filing documents with the court system; and conducting electronic case management for use in federal court. An incumbent in this classification works with considerable independence in the performance of duties and receives general guidance from superiors.

Posted: May 22, 2026

 

Dawson County Attorney’s Office in Lexington, NE, is seeking applications for a full-time Deputy County Attorney

Interested persons must be licensed to practice law in the State of Nebraska. New graduates pursuing a Nebraska license are also encouraged to apply.

This position provides regular courtroom/trial experience and the opportunity to work closely with a group of seasoned attorneys. Primary duties will include:

  • Criminal prosecution of adult felony and misdemeanor cases
  • Juvenile law practice including all aspects of the County Attorney’s obligations in juvenile court as well as child support duties
  • Assigned on-call periods to answer after-hours legal questions from law enforcement
  • Handle coroner matters

See link for description and application. Resumes will be accepted until the position is filled.

Pay: $98,000.00 per year Posted: April 7, 2026

Seward County Attorney’s office is accepting applications for the position of a Deputy County Attorney

This is experienced professional legal work as an attorney on the County Attorney’s legal staff. Work may involve independent responsibility for the preparation and conduct of criminal and civil cases. The Attorney may have responsibility for any one of the following: recognizing and researching legal issues, conducting investigations, interviewing witnesses, advising administrative officials and employees on legal questions, preparing legal opinions, trying quasi-criminal traffic cases and other offenses of felony and misdemeanor status, and handling other legal matters as assigned by the County Attorney.

General supervision is received from the County Attorney and Chief Deputy County Attorney, with work evaluated in terms of effectiveness, preparation, presentation of cases, and results achieved. Supervision may be exercised over subordinate employees.

This position is full time, exempt, current annual salary of $91,648.00.

Job Description and Summary of Benefits 
Applicants should apply directly on the Seward County website.
Posted: March 31, 2026

Platte County seeking full-time Deputy County Attorney

The Platte County Attorney’s Office in Columbus, Nebraska, is currently accepting applications for a full-time Deputy County Attorney. This is a busy, four-attorney office with a capable support staff. Position offers a variety of responsibilities: felony, misdemeanor and infraction prosecution, child support enforcement, mental health commitments, juvenile court, and coroner duties. Starting salary is $90,000, but is negotiable based on experience. Platte County also offers excellent benefits, including health, dental, vision, life insurance and 6.75% retirement match

To apply, send cover letter and resume to Emilee Higgins, Platte County Attorney’s Office, 2610 14th Street, Columbus, NE 68601, or to EHiggins@plattecounty.ne.gov  Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Posted: February 24, 2026

Seeking Applications for Deputy Lancaster County Attorney

The Lancaster County Attorney’s Office is seeking an attorney to fill the full-time position of Deputy County Attorney.  This attorney will initially serve in either the office’s Criminal, Juvenile, or Child Support Division, depending upon experience.  However, the attorney could transition to another assignment in the future depending upon applicant’s experience and the office’s need.  Applicants must possess a J.D. degree and be, or will soon be, duly licensed and authorized to practice as an attorney under the laws of Nebraska.  The pay for new Deputy County Attorneys is dependent upon relevant years of experience.  An “ATTORNEY I” pay could start between $82, 450 (Step 1) to $105,600 (Step 8).  Presently, Deputy County Attorneys who move to “ATTORNEY II” status have a salary range of $109,400 up to $154,500.

Please submit cover letter, resumé, and legal writing sample to:  Chris Turner, Chief Deputy Lancaster County Attorney, 605 S. 10th Street, 2nd Floor, Lincoln, Nebraska 68508 or at cmturner@lancaster.ne.gov.  Lancaster County is an EOE. Posted: February 1, 2026

Gage County Attorney’s Office is seeking a full-time Deputy County Attorney

The Gage County Attorney’s Office is seeking a full-time Deputy County Attorney. This position offers a supportive and team-oriented environment with a variety of responsibilities, including felony, misdemeanor, and juvenile prosecution; and advising law enforcement and county officials on legal issues.

Starting salary of $73,000 is negotiable based on experience, and includes excellent benefits, including employer paid health insurance for employees, discounted family coverage, paid vacations, holidays, sick leave, free parking, and retirement benefits. We are located within 35 minutes of Lincoln and residency within Gage County is not required.

To apply, please send your resume, a letter of interest, and references to Chief Deputy Gage County Attorney, Amanda Fanning by email: afanning@gagecountyne.gov or by mail: 612 Grant Street, Beatrice, NE 68310. For additional information, please call 402-223-1344.
Posted: November 4, 2025

Deputy County Attorney – Hall County

General Nebraska prosecution responsibilities, including, but not limited to: case review and preparation, criminal trials, juvenile court, advise law enforcement on legal issues. Candidates with zero to three years’ experience and/or newly admitted attorneys with strong credentials will be considered. Requirements: Graduation from an accredited law school, member of the Nebraska Bar, good written and verbal communication skills. Benefits include health, dental, vision, life insurance, and 6.7% retirement match. Salary range $88,753.60-$118,726.40. Flexible scheduling and some work-from-home. Opportunity for immediate court experience. To apply submit cover letter, resume, and references to: Marty Klein, Hall County Attorney, martink@hallcountyne.gov.

Position is opened until filled. EOE/AA/Veterans Preference. Posted April 14, 2025

Deputy County Attorney/Associate Attorney

The Sheridan County Attorney’s Office and Smith, King & Simmons, P.C. are seeking qualified applicants for a deputy county attorney/associate attorney. This is a combined position, meaning the successful candidate will be employed by both Sheridan County, Nebraska, as well as the private law offices of Smith, King & Simmons P.C. This is a full-time position, with a starting salary of $70,000.00 per year, but salary may be eligible for negotiated increase based upon experience. Additional benefits, including insurance and retirement are also available.
Primary duties of the deputy county attorney portion of this position include criminal prosecution of misdemeanor, traffic/infraction and juvenile offenses, as well as coroner, mental health board and child support enforcement responsibilities. Primary duties of the private associate attorney portion of this position may allow for the freedom to choose preferred areas of legal practice, however, some work in contracts, real estate, wills, estate planning, probate and municipal law will be required.
A successful candidate must be dependable, focused and at all times demonstrate a high level of professionalism and the ability to communicate and practice law effectively with judges, law enforcement, clients, fellow attorneys, victims and with court and office staff. Interested persons must be licensed to practice law in the State of Nebraska and must be willing to reside in, or within easy driving distance of, Sheridan County, Nebraska.
Sheridan County, Nebraska is an equal opportunity employer and is subject to Nebraska veteran’s preference laws. Posted: March 25, 2025
Please submit a letter of interest and resume by regular mail or email to:

Jamian J. Simmons, Sheridan County Attorney, Smith, King & Simmons P.C.. P.O. Box 302, Gordon, NE 69343

jamians@gpcom.net

(308) 282-0690

Deputy County Attorney, Cheyenne County 

Deputy County Attorney, Cheyenne County 
The Cheyenne County Attorney’s Office located in Sidney, Nebraska is currently accepting applications for a full-time Deputy County Attorney. This position has a variety of responsibilities, including felony, misdemeanor, and infraction prosecution; advising law enforcement and county officials on legal issues; and other duties as defined by Nebraska statutes. Duties include covering assigned on-call periods to answer after-hours legal questions from law enforcement and coroner calls. Salary is $95,000.00.

Excellent benefit package including family health insurance, life insurance, retirement, sick leave, and vacation. Cheyenne County is an equal opportunity employer.

Applicants must be licensed to practice law in Nebraska, or eligible to apply for admission on motion if already licensed in another state or by Uniform Bar Exam score transfer.

Please submit cover letter and resume to:
Amber Horn, Cheyenne County Attorney
P.O. Box 217, Sidney, NE 69162
amber@39cty.com

The position is subject to a veteran’s preference.

Cheyenne County is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. If an applicant needs accommodation, you can request a reasonable accommodation by contacting Amber Horn at amber@39cty.com. Posted: February 26, 2025

Deputy Buffalo County Attorney

Experience preferred. General Nebraska prosecution responsibilities, including, but not limited to: case review and preparation, criminal trials, juvenile court, advise law enforcement on legal issues, and serve as county coroner. Salary DOE. Benefit package. Please submit a cover letter and résumé to: Shawn R. Eatherton, Buffalo County Attorney, P.O. Box 67, Kearney, NE 68848-0067. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. EOE/AA/Veterans Preference. EOE/AA/Veterans Preference. Posted: February 19, 2025

Kimball County Part–Time County Attorney

Kimball County Part–Time County Attorney

Kimball County is seeking an attorney to fill the part-time position of County Attorney.  Primary duties will include various levels of criminal prosecution, juvenile prosecution, child support and mental health proceedings.  Motivated individuals with a strong interest in criminal and juvenile justice are encouraged to apply.

Applicant must possess a J.D. Degree and be admitted to, or soon to be admitted to, the Nebraska Bar.  Salary and benefits are competitive and commensurate with experience.  Opportunity to step into a part-time County Attorney role by contract for the remaining term of the existing vacancy, and run for election in 2026.  There are currently no other attorneys residing in Kimball County. Posted: August 26, 2024

Send cover letter, references and resume, via email or regular mail to:

Matthew Turman, Interim County Attorney / Board of Commissioners Legal Counsel, PO Box 340, Gering, Nebraska, (308) 436-5297.  mturman@neblawyer.com

 

Deputy County Attorney, Dakota County 

Deputy County Attorney, Dakota County

The Dakota County Attorney’s Office is currently accepting applications for a Deputy County Attorney. Full-time, but part-time will also be considered. This is a busy, four-attorney office with a variety of responsibilities, including felony, misdemeanor, infraction, and juvenile petition prosecution; representing the State’s interest in mental health proceedings; representing the County in Tax Equalization and Review Cases; representing the County Board of Commissioners; advising law enforcement and county officials on legal issues; and other duties as defined by Nebraska statutes. Duties include covering assigned on-call periods to answer after-hours legal questions from law enforcement. Salary is negotiable and based on qualifications and experience. Excellent benefit package included. Posted: September 23, 2024

Applicants must be licensed to practice law in Nebraska, or eligible to apply for admission on motion if already licensed in another state or by Uniform Bar Exam score transfer.

Please submit cover letter and resume to:

Kim Watson, Dakota County Attorney

P.O. Box 117, Dakota City, NE 68731

Fax: (402) 987-2186

Dakota County is an equal opportunity employer.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: From $49,000.00 per year

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Employee assistance program
  • Employee discount
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Retirement plan

Schedule: Monday to Friday On call

License/Certification: Nebraska Bar License (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Adams County Deputy County Attorney

The Adams County Attorney’s Office is currently accepting applications for the position of deputy county attorney.  The position handles all levels of criminal complaints including all aspects of the cases and will join experienced prosecutors and gain exposure to all aspects of criminal and juvenile law.    The successful candidate must be able to handle a vigorous caseload and desire considerable courtroom experience. Additional duties include on-call periods to answer questions from law enforcement and to handle coroner matters.

Interested candidates must be licensed to practice law in the State of Nebraska.  New graduates pursuing a Nebraska license are also encouraged to apply.

Salary is competitive with an excellent benefit package including health insurance (partial payment for spouse and dependents), dental; sick/vacation/paid holiday leave and retirement benefits.  Send resumes to Donna Fegler Daiss, Adams County Attorney, at P.O. Box 71, Hastings, NE  68901 or email to ddaiss@adamscountyne.gov.  Resumes will be accepted until the position is filled.  Adams County is an Equal Opportunity Employer Posted: July 24, 2023