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Steve Dowding focuses his law practice primarily in the areas of criminal defense, worker's compensation, and personal injury litigation with emphasis in the defense of citizens accused of driving under the DUI. Steve has received extensive training in DWI detection and standardized field sobriety testing and gas chromatography. His other fields of practice include real estate, wills, corporation-llc formation, and adoption.
For seven years in a row, 2014-2020, Steve Dowding was voted as the best attorney in Grand Island. The award was granted based on the results of a survey performed by Grand Island's local newspaper, the Grand Island Independent.
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Practice Areas
3
Practice Areas
Litigation
34%
Criminal Defense
33%
Workers Compensation
33%
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
Awards
Licenses
Licensed in Nebraska for 34 years
State: Nebraska
Acquired: 1991
No misconduct found
Location
Law Offices of Steven W. Dowding
2121 N Webb Rd Ste 210, Po Box 5315, Grand Island, NE, 68803-1751
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Showing 1 - 2 of 2 reviews | Criminal Defense
Posted by anonymous | September 17, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
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Extremely thorough. Caught discrepancies in officer’s report. Excellent communicator! Recommend without reservation.
Posted by Steve | October 02, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
DWI charge
Steve Dowding was hired to help me when I was charged with a DWI. He was very thorough in acquiring all of the information needed to get my charges reduced. I ended up being charged with willful reckless driving instead of the DWI. He communicated with me to let me know where things stood throughout...
Steven W. Dowding's Lawyer Endorsements
"Steve is a dedicated defender. Steve doesn't just get by, but strives for excellence. He has attended numerous national training seminars in order to improve his skills and make sure his clients receive the best representation he can provide. If you want an attorney who fights for you, you want Steve in your corner."
"Steve is a fantastic attorney and a good guy to work with. I do not hesitate to refer potential clients to him."
"I have known Steve for over 5 years and he is a wonderful lawyer. Steve goes above and beyond by traveling across the country taking science classes and attending seminars simply so he can be the best lawyer for his clients. Very few lawyers will spend the time and money doing so. He works tirelessly for his clients and is very smart. He knows the law, is confident in a court room, and I would not hesitate to send a client to him."
"I highly endorse Steve! Great Attorney, Great Person! Steve is a leader in the DUI Defense Field. I consistently refer cases to him. If you are serious about your representation and need the best, call him!"
"I recently met Steve at the DUIDLA Winter Seminar. I was instantly impressed with his knowledge of OWI defense and passion for defending his clients. Steve works hard to continually improve his knowledge and skills by attending the best training seminars available on law, science, and trial skills. If you have a drunk driving case, I would not hesitate to recommend that you give Attorney Dowding a call."
"Steve knows his way through the criminal justice system, especially with DUI cases. He will make sure that you are represented fairly."
Nathan Dineen
DUI and DWI lawyer
Daniel Skarie
DUI and DWI lawyer
Experience
Honors
2025
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2017
Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell
2016
Best Attorney in Grand Island, Grand Island Independent
2015
Best Attorney in Grand Island, Grand Island Independent
2014
Best Attorney in Grand Island, Grand Island Independent
1990
American Jurisprudence Award, American Jurisprudence
Work Experience
1991 - Present
Partner, Dowding, Dowding, Dowding and Urbom
1990 - 1991
Student Bar Association, University of Nebraska College of Law
Associations
2014 - Present
DUI Defense Lawyers AssociationMember
2010 - Present
National College of DUI DefenseMember
2010 - Present
Fonner ParkDirector
2009 - Present
Heartland Event CenterDirector
2006 - Present
Nebraska Criminal Defense Attorneys AssociationBoard of Directors
1993 - Present
Nebraska Association of Trial AttorneysMember
1991 - Present
Hall County Bar AssociationMember
1991 - Present
Nebraska State Bar AssociationMember
Nebraska Criminal Defense Attorneys Association
Member
National College of DUI Defense
Member
Sample of Legal Cases
State vs. criminal case
case dismissal
Education
1991
University of Nebraska College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1988
Nebraska Wesleyan University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2014
DWI Defense for 2014 and Beyond
DWI
2010
Current issues in Criminal Defense
Current issues in Criminal Defense
Publications
2007
Habeas Corpus
The Meat and Potatoes of Standardized Field Sobriety Testing
Languages
English