Providing firepower in court for those fighting the most important battles of their lives.Providing firepower in court for those fighting the most important battles of their lives.Defending against false sex assault allegations. A team of Nationally recognized lawyersFighting the most serious federal charges from pre-indictment to jury trial
Attorney John S. Berry Jr. helps his clients fight some of the most important battles of their lives. Not only has he led successful teams in the courtroom, resulting in several jury trial victories, he has led soldiers in deployments to Iraq and Bosnia. Beyond the battlefield and the courtroom, John’s leadership experience extends to local community and national organizations that protect our constitutional rights and our veterans.
Prior to joining the firm, John attended the College of William & Mary in Williamsburg, Virginia(1993-1997), and Creighton University School of Law, where he graduated cum laude in 2003. John is also a graduate of the National Criminal Defense College at Mercer Law School in Macon, Georgia (2004), Trial Lawyers College in Dubois, Wyoming (2018), and the Nebraska State Bar Association Leadership Academy (2008).
John is past president of the Nebraska Criminal Defense Attorney's Association and a fellow of the prestigious American Board of Criminal Lawyers. John maintains an AV Preeminent Rating through Martindale-Hubbell and has been recognized as one of the National Trial Lawyers' Top 100. John has presented and lectured in the areas of criminal defense, trial skills, and veterans disability appeals.
After receiving his commission as an infantry officer in the U.S. Army, John completed Airborne School and Ranger School. In 1999, while assigned to the First Cavalry Division, he deployed to Bosnia for Operation Joint Forge. John also served as a Company Commander in Iraq during Operation Iraqi Freedom and later as a Battalion Commander in the National Guard.
Practice areas
Omaha attorney John S Berry aggressively defends clients in complex and high stakes criminal cases.
19 years, 700 cases
Relentless Defense in Federal White Collar and Drug Crimes
19 years, 100 cases
Relentless defense in in false allegation cases and government overreach in Rape, Sex Assault, and Pornography Crimes
19 years, 100 cases
We represent clients in injury claims all over Nebraska, including those involving Car and Motorcycle Accidents, Brain Injury, and more
Languages spoken
English
Berry Law
6940 O St
Suite 400
Lincoln, NE, 68510
Berry Law
1414 Harney Street
Suite 400
Omaha, NE, 68102
Berry Law
139 S 6th St
Suite 210
Seward, NE, 68434
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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NE | Active | 2003 | 04/17/2022 |
Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
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Hall of Fame | Nebraska National Guard, 209th Regional Training Institute | 2019 |
Platinum Client Champion | Martindale-Hubbell® | 2019 |
AV Preeminent | Martindale-Hubbell® | 2019 |
AV Preeminent Rated | Martindale-Hubbell | 2018 |
Criminal Defense Law | Lawyers of Distinction | 2018 |
Top 100 Trial Lawyers | National Trial Lawyers | 2017 |
Top 50 DUI Attorneys | National Advocacy for DUI Defense | 2017 |
Top 100 Trial Lawyers | National Trial Lawyers | 2016 |
Top 50 DUI Attorneys | National Advocacy for DUI Defense | 2016 |
Top 100 Trial Lawyers | National Trial Lawyers | 2015 |
Top 50 DUI Attorneys | National Advocacy for DUI Defense | 2015 |
Top 100 Trial Lawyers | National Trial Lawyers | 2014 |
Top 50 DUI Attorneys | National Advocacy for DUI Defense | 2014 |
Top 50 DUI Attorneys | National Advocacy for DUI Defense | 2013 |
Top 40 Under 40 | National Trial Lawyers | 2012 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Partner | Berry Law Firm | 2004 - 2019 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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Nebraska State Bar Association, Military Law Section | Board Member | 2012 - Present |
Nebraska Criminal Defense Attorneys Association | Board Member | 2009 - Present |
Nebraska State Bar Association | Member | N/A |
National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers | Lifetime Member | N/A |
National Organization of Veterans' Advocates | Member | N/A |
Nebraska Association of Trial Attorneys | Member | N/A |
American Inns of Court | Member | N/A |
American Board of Criminal Lawyers | Fellow | N/A |
Lincoln Independent Business Association | Board Member | 2008 - 2017 |
Nebraska Army National Guard and Active Army | Battalion Commander | 1997 - 2018 |
Publication name | Title | Date |
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Berry Law Firm | Nebraska Interstate Drug Stop Defense Book | 2017 |
Berry Law Firm | The Next Battle: A Guide to Veterans Disability Benefits | 2016 |
The Nebraska Lawyer | The Technological Revival of the 4th Amendment | 2015 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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Trial Lawyers College | 2018 | |
Nebraska State Bar Association Leadership Academy | 2009 | |
National Criminal Defense College | 2004 | |
Creighton University School of Law | JD - Juris Doctor | 2003 |
College of William and Mary | BA - Bachelor of Arts | 1997 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers - Virtual | Defending Modern Drug Cases | 2020 |
Interstate Pipeline Presentation at Bill McGinn's CLE | Defending Drug Pipeline Cases | 2020 |
Interstate Pipeline Presentation at Bill McGinn's CLE | Panel Discussion on Using Experts to Defend Sex Assault Cases | 2020 |
Case Analysis | Defending and Winning Sex Assault Cases | 2020 |
Just the Basics CLE | Veterans Disability Claims | 2019 |
Defending Drug Cases Seminar | Defending Modern Drug Cases | 2019 |
Annual Meeting | Criminal Issues in Civil Cases | 2018 |
Veterans Disaiblity Benefits | Defending Veterans' Rights on Appeal | 2017 |
Criminal Defense For Civil Lawyers | Protect Your Rights Protect Your Future | 2017 |
Criminal Defense Boot Camp | Criminal Defense Strategies | 2015 |
Defending Crimes of Love and Lust | Sex Assult Defense | 2012 |
Criminal Defense Seminar | Using Social Media Evidence in Sex Assault Cases | 2011 |
Case name | Outcome |
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First Degree Sexual Assault | NOT GUILTY |
Possession with Intent to Distribute Methamphetamine | NOT GUILTY |
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Devon Conroy, Criminal defense Attorney on Oct 1, 2021
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I was co-counsel with John, defending an Airman in a general court-martial. John was invested, thoroughly prepared, and brilliant in the courtroom. Our client was acquitted of the most serious charges he faced, and avoided a punitive discharge.
Christina Williams, Criminal defense Attorney on Jul 22, 2017
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
John is an experienced trial attorney that is dedicated to protecting his client's interests. I would not hesitate to refer a friend or family member to his firm.
Timothy Noerrlinger, Criminal defense Attorney on Jun 16, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.