Business Details
Omaha Family Law Attorneys
At Slowiaczek Albers & Whelan, we are dedicated to providing Nebraska families with personalized and professional family law services. With over 80 years of combined experience, our team approach ensures multiple perspectives on every case, offering comprehensive solutions for divorce, custody, and other family law matters. We actively contribute to legal education and legislative improvements, including the Nebraska Parenting Act, and hold leadership roles in the Nebraska State Bar Association and American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers.Our attorneys maintain AV-Preeminent ratings from Martindale-Hubbell and have been recognized as Best Lawyers of the Year. We prepare every case for trial while prioritizing candid assessments and client-centered strategies. Our commitment to excellence extends to educating clients about relevant laws and maintaining transparency throughout the legal process. We serve clients throughout Nebraska with offices in Omaha, offering compassionate representation focused on achieving favorable outcomes.
Services
Divorce
Custody Arrangements
Paternity
Premarital Agreements
Modifications
Fathers' Rights
Grandparents' Rights
Parental Rights
Property Division
Highlights and features
- We offer 80+ years of combined family law experience in Nebraska.
- Our team-based approach provides multiple attorney perspectives on every case.
- Two partners hold AV-Preeminent ratings from Martindale-Hubbell.
- Recognized as Best Lawyers of the Year in individual practice areas.
- We prepare every case for trial while prioritizing client-centered strategies.
Associations and certifications
- Martindale-Hubbell
- Best Lawyers
What people say
Highly recommend
Extremely professional
Knowledgeable family law firm
Compassionate representation
Highest standards of practice
Services
Divorce Representation
Our firm provides comprehensive divorce representation focusing on equitable asset division, spousal support, and child custody arrangements. With extensive trial experience, we prepare every case for litigation while seeking negotiated settlements when appropriate. Our team approach ensures multiple attorney perspectives to develop effective strategies tailored to each client's unique circumstances.
Child Custody
We handle complex custody matters including parenting time schedules, decision-making authority, and relocation issues. Our attorneys advocate for clients' parental rights while prioritizing children's best interests. We prepare detailed custody evaluations and represent clients in court proceedings to establish or modify existing custody arrangements.
Paternity Actions
Our firm assists clients with establishing legal parentage through paternity actions, including DNA testing procedures and parental rights determination. We handle related matters such as child support calculations, custody arrangements, and visitation rights, ensuring compliance with Nebraska's parentage laws while protecting clients' interests.
Premarital Agreements
We draft and review premarital agreements to protect individual assets and clarify financial responsibilities. Our attorneys ensure agreements meet Nebraska legal requirements while addressing property division, spousal support, and other relevant provisions. We provide independent legal counsel to both parties to maintain enforceability and prevent future disputes.
Family Law Appeals
Our appellate practice focuses on challenging or defending unfavorable family court decisions. We analyze trial records, identify legal errors, and prepare persuasive briefs for appellate review. With extensive knowledge of Nebraska family law precedents, we represent clients in appeals related to custody, support, and property division matters.
People
John S. Slowiaczek
Partner
With decades of family law experience, John Slowiaczek provides strategic legal counsel in complex divorce and custody cases. He maintains an AV-Preeminent rating from Martindale-Hubbell and has been recognized as Best Lawyer of the Year for his expertise in Nebraska family law matters.
Virginia A. Albers
Partner
Virginia Albers specializes in high-conflict custody cases and complex property division matters. As an AV-Preeminent rated attorney and Best Lawyer of the Year recipient, she combines trial experience with negotiation skills to achieve favorable outcomes for clients facing challenging family law situations.
Dennis G. Whelan
Partner
Dennis Whelan focuses on appellate family law and legislative advocacy. He contributes to continuing legal education programs and has played key roles in developing Nebraska's family law statutes, including the Parenting Act, demonstrating his deep legal expertise.
Jacquelyn E. Warren
Attorney
Jacquelyn Warren represents clients in divorce proceedings and child support matters. Recognized for her client-focused approach, she provides practical legal guidance while preparing cases for trial when necessary, ensuring thorough representation in all family law proceedings.
Tera J. Hanson
Attorney
Tera Hanson specializes in paternity actions and custody modifications. She combines legal knowledge with compassionate representation to help clients navigate complex family law issues, focusing on achieving practical solutions that protect clients' parental rights.
Questions
What family law services do you offer?
We handle divorce, child custody, paternity, premarital agreements, and related family law matters across Nebraska with a team-based approach.
How does your team approach benefit clients?
Our collaborative strategy provides multiple attorney perspectives on each case, ensuring comprehensive legal strategies and better case preparation.
What qualifications do your attorneys have?
Our attorneys hold AV-Preeminent ratings, Best Lawyer recognitions, and have contributed to Nebraska family law development through legislative work.
Do you handle complex custody cases?
Yes, we represent clients in complex custody matters including parenting time disputes, relocation issues, and modification proceedings.
Can you assist with prenuptial agreements?
We draft and review premarital agreements to protect assets and clarify financial responsibilities while ensuring legal enforceability.
What areas do you serve?
We primarily serve Nebraska clients from our Omaha office, handling family law cases throughout the state.
