Legal

Attorney Advocates For Immigrants Rights

Published by maggie@omahadai... on Fri, 08/29/2025 - 12:00am

Roxana Cortés-Mills is legal director of CIRA (Center For Immigrant And Refugee Advancement).
(Courtesy photo)

Imagine a world in which you would flee your homeland, risking life and limb, possible deportation and/or prison to build a better life for you and your family. Against all odds, the perils of the journey, scant possessions carried across your back, knowing anything would be better than the sheer poverty, persecution and/or violence and abuse you face at home.

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A Lifelong Adventure: Seven Duchesne High School Students Excel Winning Nebraska’s State Mock Trial Championship

Published by maggie@omahadai... on Fri, 01/24/2025 - 7:00am

Team coach Mark Laughlin captured this moment prior to the seven talented students learning that their trial verdict was affirmed and being announced as state champions.
(Courtesy of Mark Laughlin)

In popular culture and in card games, deuces signifies a card, say a two of diamonds.

A team of seven students from Duchesne brought home the state mock trial championship for the second year in a row, shining the light on blending academic studies with real world experience - a true gem of stature for the students and a nod to their school and the Nebraska educational system.

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Law Day Award Winners:

Published by maggie@omahadai... on Wed, 05/01/2024 - 12:00am

Robert M. Spire, the prolific Nebraska lawyer and philanthropist who inspired the award for attorneys to honor their devotion to public service and education, believed in law as a catalyst for change. Spire award winners demonstrate a commitment to the public’s knowledge of the law. Each year on Law Day, two service awards are presented: The Robert M.

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Law Day Essay Contest Winners:

Published by maggie@omahadai... on Wed, 05/01/2024 - 12:00am

The Law Day Essay Contest is open to all Omaha area 8th graders, and Nebraska Court Reporters Association coordinated the judging of the essays. Essays are limited to 250 words, and shall discuss the 2024 Law Day Theme of "Voices of Democracy." The winning essay will be published in the OBA Newsletter, online, and potentially in The Daily Record newspaper.

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Meet our Commissioners! (Douglas and Sarpy)

Published by jason@omahadail... on Wed, 05/01/2024 - 12:00am

Douglas County Commissioners. From Left to Right: P.J. Morgan (#4), Mike Friend (#7), Mary Ann Borgesen (#6), Chris Rodgers (#3), Maureen Boyle (#5), Roger Garcia (#1), James Cavanaugh (#2).

A Dozen Influencers

The role of a county commissioner in local politics is less understood than the impact the seven Douglas and five member Sarpy Board of Commissioners have on policies and budget matters impacting their constituents.

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Law Day Poster Contest Winners:

Published by maggie@omahadai... on Wed, 05/01/2024 - 12:00am

1st Place - Nick Militti, Mary Our Queen
(Teacher: Stacy Schlautman)

The Law Day Poster Contest is adjudicated by the Nebraska Paralegal Association . The contest is open to Omaha area 5th graders. The winning poster will be put on display for the month of May on a billboard in Omaha.1st, 2nd, and 3rd place will receive cash prizes from the Omaha Bar Association.

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Lines On A Map: Political Gains And Losses

Published by maggie@omahadai... on Wed, 05/01/2024 - 12:00am

Douglas County Election Commissioner, Brian W. Kruse.
(Courtesy photo)

To understand the somewhat divisive and misunderstood concept of gerrymandering that has real consequences in parts of the United States, it helps to begin with the concept from the decisively midwestern view of Nebraska election officials.

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560 Enchanted Guests

Published by maggie@omahadai... on Wed, 05/01/2024 - 12:00am

Berry Law Firm represents in force at the 2024 Barristers' Ball. Their firm was a Gold Sponsor for the dinner. (Don Rashid)

Black tie optional was the dress code for this year’s Barristers’ Ball, held annually. 560 registrations were received for the April 13, 2024 gala. Held at the Embassy Suites in LaVista, Nebraska, conversation among colleagues, dinner and dancing to the KC FLO band melded with fun and spirited bidding in the silent and live auctions. The whimsical evening’s theme was “An Evening In Wonderland.”

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Connecting With Impact to State Senators

Published by maggie@omahadai... on Wed, 05/01/2024 - 12:00am

Communicating with state senators may seem to be a daunting task. This article serves to inform voters and provide clear direction on strategies to connect with their district’s elected official. Framing this article’s viewpoint are tips shared by a senator completing eight years of service.