Thompson Law Office, PC, LLO

Bringing practical advice and passionate advocacy to everywhere you are.

This lawyer is licensed to practice in and has no record of discipline from the bar association.*

Firm Overview

Thompson Law Office has a general practice that focuses on serving the needs of individuals and small to mid-sized businesses in various areas, including but not limited to bankruptcy, divorce, child custody, business law, employment law, unemployment benefits, estate planning, probate, and homeowners associations.

Example cases

We successfully resolved an employment discrimination dispute between our client and his former employer, who terminated our client after 28 years of service following an unfortunate on-the-job injury that resulted in a disability. Through mediation, we negotiated a financial settlement that compensated our client.

Main Office

Main
13906 Gold Circle
Suite 201
Omaha NE 68144

Phone

(402) 330-3060

Fax

(888) 330-3060

Websites

Fees

Free Initial Consultation?

We offer all of our prospective clients a free "meet and greet." It is a 15 minute meeting with an attorney where you can learn more about our firm, our qualifications, and experience. We also offer a consultation with an attorney for up to an hour, which allows the attorney to learn more about your particular situation and provide responsible advice to you about your legal rights and obligations. We do charge a fee for this consultation, but it is generally a discounted flat fee which is dependent on the type of case, ranging from $50 to $175.

Services Offered For Fixed Fees?

The need for some legal services can arise unexpectedly and cause a financial strain during an already stressful time. When appropriate, Thompson Law Office clients are provided alternative billing arrangement choices, which may include flat fees, hybrid fees (hourly capped at a particular amount, then contingency), monthly retainers, payment plans, or typical hourly rates. All major credit cards are accepted as well. Ask to find out whether your legal matter is appropriate for an innovative billing arrangement.

Hourly Rates

• $145 to $275 for attorneys
• $75 to $125 for paralegals and legal assistants
• $35 to $55 for law clerks

Office Information

Office Hours

Monday through Friday
8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Office Manager

Our office is managed by our Chief Operating Officer.

Emergency After Hours

Yes

Other Offices

Exclusive Mobile Unit brings our law office to you.

Exclusive Mobile Unit brings our law office to you.

Is your firm willing to help a client with one discrete part of a case, without taking on the whole case?

Some cases are better suited to what we call "limited representation" engagements than others. Feel free to ask us whether your case is a good fit for this unique approach to resolving your dispute.

What are your policies about dividing work within the firm to make the process most cost-effective for the client?

Our firm was founded on the belief that clients deserve more effective and efficient legal services. We strive to utilize the right resources within our firm so that our legal work is both accessible and affordable.

How frequently does your firm use mediation, arbitration, or collaborative law to resolve cases?

Mediation, a voluntary and non-binding form of alternative dispute resolutions ("ADR") is beginning to be used more frequently as a method to resolve disputes between parties, particularly when both sides share the view that the cost and stress of litigating the case in court may create a lose-lose outcome. Arbitration, which is binding, is used less frequently, but it remains a viable method of ADR.

Does your firm provide pro bono legal services or otherwise participate in your community?

Thompson Law Office provides pro bono legal services to qualified clients and takes pride in contributing to various local causes.

What distinguishes your law firm from others?

Thompson Law Office embraces the latest technologies available to law firms in an effort to enhance communication with our clients and provide more cost-effective legal services. Our Mobile Unit is equipped with technology and amenities comparable to that found at our West Omaha law office. We have exceptional legal resources allowing us to provide big firm service with small firm attention. We offer innovative billings arrangements, such as flat fees, hybrid fees, and payment plans in some cases. We strive to provide superior customer service to our clients.

What is your firm's point of view regarding clients educating themselves on legal issues?

Having an informed client makes our representation more effective and demonstrates a client's commitment to the cause. We strive to educate our clients on legal issues while encouraging them to be engaged in the process and seek answers to their legal questions.

Is your firm willing to review documents prepared by clients?

Under appropriate circumstances we will review client-prepared documents and make suggestions in the interest of cost-effective legal services.

Is your firm willing to coach clients who want to represent themselves?

We recognize that some disputes do not justify an attorney appearing in court and will work with "pro se" clients who choose to represent themselves in court. In fact, in Nebraska's small claims courts, parties are not allowed to have attorneys. Oftentimes we can assist after a client is awarded a judgment by taking steps to collect on the judgment or "garnish" or "execute" on the judgment debtor's property.

Thompson Law Office was founded in 2007 by attorney Ben Thompson, who had a vision for a revolutionary approach to the practice of law that prioritized the accessibility and affordability of quality legal counsel. The revolution has been driven by emerging technologies and a commitment to superior client service. The firm has grown quickly into one of west Omaha's largest law firms by recruiting and attracting attorneys with outstanding backgrounds that can provide quality professional legal advice. The legal professionals at Thompson Law Office represent a diverse group of talented individuals that provide a perspective built on experience in various areas of the law.

Terry White

Summary of Experience:

Attorney Terry A. White is an experienced litigator whose legal practice has included working with two of Omaha's most well-respected law firms prior to joining Thompson Law Office. Her experience has included work for both plaintiffs and defendants. At Domina Law Group, Ms. White primarily represented civil plaintiffs and criminal defendants. She assisted clients with complex commercial matters and cases involving constitutional issues. Her criminal defense work has included both misdemeanor and felony charges at the state and federal level. Previously, Ms. White was a partner at McGrath North, where she represented employers in employment and discirimination matters, as well as businesses charged with antitrust crimes and civil violations of the antitrust laws. She also led antitrust class action recoveries for claimants.

Relevant Experience and Results:

Successfully appealed to Nebraska Court of Appeals a complex commercial matter, securing right of civil plaintiff' to exert Fifth Amendment where criminal charges are pending and establishing Nebraska elements on dismissal

Successfully diverted federal tax crimes in complex commercial matter involving professional

Prevailed on appeal of $100,000 property damage insurance claim to Iowa Court of Appeals

Defense of white collar tax fraud matter involving millions of dollars invested in ranch and recreational property

Settled commercial contract claim for over $200,000

Representing Fortune 500 clients in contract matters, including successfully defending insurer before Nebraska Department of Insurance

Representing clients on employment discrimination matters (EEOC, NEOC, NLRB, OSHA)

Review and analysis of all documents produced to Department of Insurance regarding life insurance, health insurance

Collect, review and analyze all documents relevant to insurance company's action to recover on mortgage-backed securities

Investigating potential suspension and debarment matters for Fortune 50 client with Government contracts

Investigating and negotiating civil and criminal claims brought against clients contracting with federal Government

Investigating and representing white collar clients charged with commercial fraud, tax fraud, Medicare fraud

Leading class action recovery and achieving over $12 million in single price-fixing case

Defending CFTC cases and antitrust cases (civil and criminal)

Admissions:

U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eighth Circuit

Nebraska (state and federal courts)

Iowa (state and federal courts)

Memberships:

Member, Nebraska State Bar Association

Member, Iowa State Bar Association, Federal Practice Committee

Education:

Juris Doctor, Cum Laude, Creighton University School of Law, 1986

Creighton Law Review Editor

Moot Court Board, Traveling team

Founded Creighton Legal Research and Writing Center

Adjunct professor in Legal Writing (9 years)

Laird Moore

Summary of Experience:

Attorney Laird T. Moore has practiced law in Omaha since 2001, after an outstanding academic career that included internships and an opportunity to study abroad. Â His background includes both political and legal experience, which enhances his ability to offer his clients practical advice for solving their legal challenges. Â Mr. Moore's legal experience has included representation and advice to clients in state, federal, and tribal courts on a wideÂ variety of issues including employment disputes, breach of contracts, family law, juvenileÂ proceedings, criminal charges and representation in administrative hearings.

Mr. Moore is an enrolled member of the Oneida Nation of Wisconsin. Â His law practice has included work in the tribal courts of the Omaha Tribe of Nebraska, Northern Ponca Tribe of Nebraska, and Winnebago Tribe of Nebraska. Â Mr. Moore sharesÂ Thompson Law Office's commitment to fostering the sovereign prerogatives, self-sufficiency, and harmonious relations of its Native American clients, while representing their interests with the utmost integrity and ethical consideration. Â In addition to representation of tribal governments, his Indian affairs services include criminal defense, divorce proceedings, spousal support proceedings / alimony cases,Indian Child Welfare Act, and landlord / tenant disputes.

Mr. Moore is married and has two children.

Admissions:

State Courts of Nebraska

Federal District Court of the State of Nebraska

Tribal Court of the Winnebago Tribe of Nebraska

Tribal Court of the Northern Ponca Tribe of Nebraska (inactive)

Tribal Court of the Omaha Tribe

Colorado (inactive)

Education:

Juris Doctor,Â Order of Saint Ives (Top 10-percent),Â University of Denver Sturm College of Law, Denver, Colorado

Bachelor of Arts in Political Science,Â University of Colorado at Boulder

Speaking Engagements:

Nebraska Bar Association, Continuing Legal Education, An Overview of NebraskaÂ Landlord Tenant Law From the Tenantâs Perspective (Lincoln, Nebraska) May 17, 2007.

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