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Bell Island
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Biography
I am Nebraska's only attorney who is Certified in DUI Defense by the National College for DUI Defense. I focus on Criminal Defense with an emphasis on trial practice. I am a graduate of the Trial Lawyers College. When not working I enjoy time with my wife and daughter, coaching the Gering Mock Trial Team, and Participation in productions at Theatre West.
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Licensed in Nebraska for 31 years
State: Nebraska
Acquired: 1994
Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2017
Location
Island Law Office PC, LLO
1428 10th Street, Gering, NE, 69341
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Posted by anonymous | February 17, 2011 | Criminal Defense
Good attorney, but expensive
Bell Island defended me all the way through trial on my DUI. He got the DMV license suspension thrown out after the state trooper failed to call in to the suspensiont hearing and I was found not guilty in the criminal trial. He managed to get the breathalyzer results results thrown out, which left ...
Bell Island's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. Bell Island is highly skilled in DUI and DWI law. If there was a case that I needed to refer out, I would refer it to him. He cares for the law and for his clients."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Bell is a phenominal attorney who brings his extensive knowledge and passion to the practice of law. Because of this, the results he obtains for his clients are outstanding. He is dedicated to the pursuit of knowledge and constantly strives to be the best legal advocate. He attends the nations top DUI conferences so that he can always be prepared and knowledgeable when representing clients. I met him while we were both attending the Trial Lawyers College, and got to work with him on multiple cases. His ability is unmatched by most in the legal community, and I wholeheartedly endorse his work."
"I know Attorney Island. He has earned a national reputation for effectively representing motorists accused of a crime. He has the necessary reputation, knowledge and experience to eliminate or minimize the consequences of the government's accusation. He is a very effective and skilled litigator who has the guts to stand up to the government and their accusations to demand evidence, not simply an accusation. He is highly ethical and trustworthy. I trust him. You should too."
"I met Bell at a recent National College of DUI Defense Lawyers seminar at Harvard Law School. Bell has a national DUI defense presence and is a true leader in the field. I was impressed by his knowledge, skill, experience, and willingness to help. I highly recommend Bell."
"Attorney Island is a true champion of the accused citizen facing a DWI charge. He is a persuasive advocate and a formidable adversary. Attorney Island enjoys a national reputation as one of the most zealous DWI trial lawyers who presents sophistocated and advanced defenses. Without hesitation Attorney Island is a lawyer you can trust to defend you."
"I met Bell about 4 years ago while going through field sobriety tests training, which police officers go through. It was an optional training Bell had sought out to better understand how to defend DUI cases. Since that time, I have seen Bell every year at conferences dedicated to defending DUIs. Not only is Bell personable and kind, but he is absolutely committed to defending those accused of DUIs. He is the only one of his kind his state, and in the top percentage of all DUI lawyers in the country. He is one of the most knowledgeable, hard working lawyers I have ever encountered. Without reservation I recommend this lawyer and would send my closest family member to him."
"Bell Island is a hard working, hard fighting, DUI lawyer and is THE attorney to hire in Nebraska. He regularly attends DUI seminars on the national level and is sought after for his opinions and unique approaches on various DUI situations. I highly endorse this lawyer's work."
"Bell is a tireless top flight lawyer who regularly invests in his own growth as a DUI/DWI Defense advocate. He regularly attends, participates in, and gains extensive knowledge from seminars conducted worldwide solely concentrated in this area. His friendly demeanor and quick assessments of matters makes him well liked and respected by everyone he comes in contact with. You should count yourself lucky if Bell agrees to accept your case. You could find nobody better to assist you. His honesty, above all, makes him a pillar of the legal community and a stalwart advocate for his clients."
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Experience
Professional misconduct
This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2017.
Public Reprimand issued in NE, 2017
updated on 04/12/2018Public reprimand means an attorney did something wrong but may still practice law. The State gives the lawyer a public reprimand in hopes that he or she will not repeat the behavior. Details of the infraction are made part of the public record.
Honors
2013
Graduate, Trial Lawyers College
2010
Mastering Scientific Evidence Certificate of Attendance, National College for DUI Defense & Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Assoication
2010
Forensic Chromatography: Theory and Practice, Axion Training Institute
2009
Graduate Summer Session conducted at Harvard Law School, National College for DUI Defense
2009
Mastering Scientific Evidence Certificate of Completion, National College for DUI Defense & Texas Criminal Lawyers Association
2007
Graduate of Summer Session conducted at Harvard Law School, National College for DUI Defense
2005
Standardized Field Sobriety Testing Certificate of Completion, Robert LaPier
1996
Trial Practice Institute Attendee, National Criminal Defense College
Work Experience
2016 - Present
President, Island Law Office PC, LLO
1998 - 2016
Founding Attorney, Island & Huff
1994 - 1998
Deputy Public Defender, Scotts Bluff County Public Defender's Office
Associations
2014 - Present
National College of DUI DefenseBoard Certified
2012 - Present
National College of DUI DefenseRegional Delegate
2009 - Present
National College of DUI DefenseSustaining Member
1994 - Present
National Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
1994 - Present
Nebraska Criminal Defense Attorneys AssociationMember
2009 - 2010
Nebraska Criminal Defense Attorneys AssociationPresident
2004 - 2009
National College of DUI DefenseMember
1994 - 2013
Nebraska State Bar AssociationMember
Education
1994
University of Nebraska College of Law
J.D.
1991
Hamline University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2014
Young Lawyers Annual institute
Criminal Law Update
2014
DWI Defense
Moderator
2013
Young Lawyers Annual Institute
Criminal Law Update
2012
Bob Chaloupka Trial Skills Seminar
Cross Examination
2010
Successful DWI Defense 2010
Moderator
2008
That Thing That you Do or Getting Your Trial Plan in Place
Speedy Trial
2008
DWI Defense
Moderator
2006
DWI Defense
Field Sobriety Tests
2005
Pieces of the Puzzle
Moderator
Publications
2010
Habeas
President's Message
2009
Habeas
President's Message
2008
Habeas
When is Final, Final
2007
Habeas
Discovery in Juvenile Cases
2006
Habeas
Bond Assignments in Criminal Cases
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
"Disregarding a barricade" - Issued court date, what do I plead/can I fight it? I was cited, but cop drove past men fishing??
09 May 2015
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How much time would i get for my first offense child abuse charge
07 May 2015
Q&A
Does Nebraska have common law marriage on the books still or did they get rid of it
08 Jul 2010