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*NEW* 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 $80,800 (Step 1) to $103,000 (Step 8).  Presently, Deputy County Attorneys who move to “ATTORNEY II” status have a salary range of $107,000 up to $151,000.

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: June 27, 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

Scotts Bluff County Deputy County Attorneys

Scotts Bluff County Deputy County Attorney
The Scotts Bluff County Attorney’s Office in Gering, Nebraska is currently accepting applications for (2) full-time Deputy County Attorneys. 

Primary duties include criminal prosecution of felony and misdemeanor cases.  Attorney should be able to analyze facts, evidence, and legal instruments, be able to express conclusions and arguments logically, clearly in oral and written form. Be able to interpret statues and court decisions.
Starting salary is $90,792.24; negotiable depending on qualifications and experience.

This employment qualifies you to apply for assistance through the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program and Nebraska’s Rural Practice Loan Repayment Assistance Program.

Requirements: Graduation from accredited law school and admission to the Nebraska State Bar Association. Excellent benefit package available, this position qualifies for Veterans’ Preference. Scotts Bluff County EOE/AAP. Posted: April 14, 2025

Submit Scotts Bluff County application, cover letter and resume to: Personnel Department, 1825 10th Street, Gering, NE 69341 or fax to  308-436-7163 or email: Personnel@scottsbluffcountyne.gov

For additional information call 308-436-6718 or go to https://www.scottsbluffcountyne.gov/

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, Dodge County

Deputy County Attorney

The Dodge County Attorney’s Office is seeking a team member to help carry out its mission of
providing ethical, effective and efficient prosecutions to promote public safety in Dodge
County. Experienced trial attorneys are especially encouraged to apply. This full-time position is in Fremont, Nebraska. Responsibilities will primarily include all aspects of prosecuting violent crimes, crimes against children, and drug offenses, as well as coverage of docket calls. Must be able to independently manage workflow and case progression, while collaborating with other attorneys, and law enforcement officers across all jurisdictions. Salary is competitive and
dependent on experience. Position offers paid vacation, holidays and sick leave; health, dental
and vision insurance; and retirement benefits. Interested candidates should email their cover
letter and resume to cfrahm@dodgecountyne.gov Please indicate your desire for confidentiality in the subject line, if applicable. Dodge County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Posted: February 24, 2025 

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 $85,000.00.

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