Erin E. Wetzel

Erin E. Wetzel

4.6
Rating: 9.2

Licensed for 12 years

Government Lawyer Practice Areas: Government
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Reason: Government Attorney

About Erin

Practice Areas

1

Practice Area

Government 100%

Deputy Sarpy County Attorney- Child Support Division

100%

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Licenses

Licensed in Nebraska for 11 years

State: Nebraska

Acquired: 2014

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Iowa for 12 years

State: Iowa

Acquired: 2013

Exempt

No misconduct found

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Erin E. Wetzel's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.6 /5.0

12 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | March 06, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Juvenile

Child support modification and

Erin E Wetzel assisted me in two cases. Both cases involved minors. Erin explained the legal language and the court process, and did so in a manner that wasn't complex and yet very professional. Building up to the court dates, she communicated with me at every turn. I highly recommend her services....

Posted by anonymous | January 11, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Best Attorney

Erin is a great attorney! She takes the time to listen to her client's concerns a guide them through their situation. I would recommend her to anyone in may same situation. My divorce was very emotional and she made me feel as if everything was going to be ok and that she would be there for me throug...h the entire process

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Erin E. Wetzel's Lawyer Endorsements

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Carrie Gaines

Family lawyer | Jan 21

Relationship: Co-worker

"Erin is an all around great lawyer. She is an effective and smart person to have on your side."

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Tara Wrighton

Unknown lawyer | Jan 20

Relationship: Co-worker

"Erin is a very compassionate and knowledgeable attorney who gets great results for her clients. I highly recommend Erin to handle any criminal or family law matter."

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Abigail Johnson

Unknown lawyer | Jun 12

Relationship: Co-worker

"Erin is an efficient and effective advocate for her clients at each step of the legal process. She is proactive and committed to getting her clients the best outcome. She is compassionate, knowledgeable, and focused. I recommend Erin to anyone in need of a lawyer for a criminal, juvenile, or family law matter."

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Julia Palzer

Family lawyer | May 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I know Erin very well from our involvement in the Women and the Law Section of the Nebraska State Bar as well as from being a fellow of the NSBA's Leadership Academy. She is a strong advocate, highly qualified and has high ethical standards. I have referred clients to her and will continue to do so."

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Lindsay Belmont

Unknown lawyer | May 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Erin is a zealous advocate and I highly recommend her!"

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Scott Hahn

Divorce and separation lawyer | Dec 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Erin is an excellent attorney with a broad range of legal experience both in and out of the Omaha area. She is well-versed in the family, criminal, and juvenile law practice areas, and is also licensed in Nebraska and Iowa. Erin brings a high level of professionalism and client care to all of her cases, and I highly endorse her for anyone looking for a zealous advocate in their legal corner."

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Tosha Heavican

Family lawyer | Dec 11

Relationship: Co-worker

"Erin does a great job of listening to her clients and going the extra mile to advocate for their position. I would not hesitate to refer anyone to her looking for counsel on family law matters."

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Chellsie Weber

Family lawyer | Dec 11

Relationship: Co-worker

"Erin is an excellent attorney both in the areas of family law and criminal defense. She is a zealous advocate for her clients and is really passionate about what she does. Your case is in good hands with Erin."

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Jessica Murphy

Family lawyer | Dec 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Erin is a knowledgeable and dedicated attorney. She works tirelessly in order to zealously advocate for and pursue her client's best interests and desired outcome! She has experience in a variety of legal areas. As a fellow attorney and former co-worker, I would trust and recommend Erin to handle any family law related matter!"

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Susan Reff

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 10

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"Erin is very experienced and able to handle any criminal matter. I've seen her advocate for clients at all stages in their case and am proud to have her on our team. She is compassionate, persistent, and knowledgeable. I would recommend Erin to anyone who needs a criminal defense attorney."

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Tracy Hightower-Henne

Divorce and separation lawyer | Dec 10

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"I have had the pleasure of working with Erin in our office and watching how she cares for clients in their divorce and family law matters. Erin is sensitive to clients' needs and makes sure clients have clarity on all matters involved in their case. Erin understands that a divorce is stressful and can be confusing to clients and walks a client through each step of the case. I highly endorse Erin in divorce and family law matters."

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Carrie Gaines

General practice lawyer

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Abigail Johnson

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Tara Wrighton

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Julia Palzer

Estate planning lawyer

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Lindsay Belmont

Family lawyer

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Susan Reff

Criminal defense lawyer

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Tosha Heavican

Estate planning lawyer

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Chellsie Weber

Family lawyer

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Scott Hahn

Family lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.2 (Superb)

Honors

2024

Best of Omaha in Criminal Defense, Omaha Magazine

2023

Best of Omaha in Criminal Defense, Omaha Magazine

2022

Best of Omaha in Criminal Defense, Omaha Magazine

2021

Top Lawyers of Omaha in Family Law, Omaha Magazine

2017

Donald B. Fiedler Scholarship, Nebraska Criminal Defense Attorneys Association

Work Experience

2024 - Present

Deputy County Attorney- Child Support Division, Sarpy County Attorney

2014 - 2024

Attorney, Private Practice

2012 - 2014

Law Library Clerk, Douglas County Department of Corrections

Associations

2016 - Present

Omaha Bar Association

2014 - Present

Nebraska State Bar Association

Education

2012

Creighton University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2008

Creighton University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

English

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