Jacobsen Orr

10/02/2026

We are happy to welcome Mikayla Gross as a new attorney at Jacobsen Orr!

Mikayla joined the firm after earning her J.D. from the University of Nebraska College of Law. While in law school, she served as a Member Editor for the Nebraska Law Review and published her legal scholarship in Volume 104. She also served as Chair of the Moot Court Board, competed on the National Moot Court Team, and was inducted into the Order of the Barristers.

Having spent many summers on her family’s ranch in Western Nebraska, Mikayla developed a deep appreciation for Nebraska and a passion for serving its communities. She looks forward to assisting clients and building her practice in civil litigation, criminal defense, business formation, estate planning, and agricultural law.

10/02/2026

Congratulations to Mikayla Gross, our newest attorney, who was sworn in at the Nebraska State Capitol yesterday afternoon! This exciting milestone marks the official beginning of Mikayla’s legal career, and we are proud to have her on the team.

09/25/2026

Attorney Nick Ridgeway has consistently given time back to UNK's Wrestling program, and this year was no different. Nick was a member of the UNK wrestling team during undergrad, and he was a three-time Academic All-American. His close ties to this program, and their coaches and wrestlers, is just one example of how our attorneys stay connected and involved in meaningful ways!

09/23/2026

Big news for rural lawyers! Lawyers who practice in Kearney and other rural areas surrounding our county qualify for up to $42,000 in law school loan repayment assistance. Just another reason to practice at Jacobsen Orr!

For more information visit: https://ncpa.nebraska.gov/applications

09/17/2026

Our female attorneys attended the 2nd Annual Inspire Kearney event today. Firm administrator Dawn Becker was nominated for the Community Partner award. Last year, Attorney Nicole Mailahn was the recipient of the Excellence in Small Business award and Attorney Allison Seiler received the Young Professional award!

The Inspire Kearney Awards celebrate remarkable women who have excelled not only in their professional lives but also as influential leaders and role models.

Congratulations to all nominees, finalists, and recipients!

09/03/2026

The firm is looking for an Office Coordinator! We are looking for someone to assist the in firm with its operations and personnel related matters. Legal experience not required - from $30/hr and flexible hours for the right individual!

Learn more at our "Careers" page, https://jacobsenorr.com/careers/, or Indeed, https://www.indeed.com/job/office-coordinator-fee35f1ba0dc5c1b?fbclid=IwY2xjawUGx0RwZG9mAWV4dG4DYWVtAjEwAGJyaWQRMVhzVTVxWWZTTUtQRmdIcHFzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEexsS7_AtohbFg5T2bZOoiOiFIEVgTHYq6EP19uKDFfZOE4YkHWiuNeBn3XNo_aem_Tc4Vx5k8Tz3n0OV86ocKnA

09/03/2026

We are excited announce that Attorney Allison Seiler was selected to be part of this year's Nebraska State Bar Leadership Academy! The mission of the William J. Mueller NSBA Leadership Academy is to develop the leadership skills of the participants to allow them to make greater contributions to the legal profession and their community. Congratulations, Allison!

Welcome to our 2026-27 Leadership Academy class! They spent a day and a half this week at a retreat getting to know each other and developing their leadership skills with Susan A. Koenig. They will meet for five additional one-day workshops on community service, professional development, the legislative session, interacting with the media, and issues in the courts. https://ow.ly/YUO650ZItGp

08/28/2026

Attorney Liz Klingelhoefer served as a trial mentor last month in Omaha for the 10th Annual Dan Jewell Trial Institute hosted by the Nebraska State Bar Foundation.

The Dan Jewell Trial Institutes are designed for attorneys who aspire to enhance their trial skills. Participants are immersed in real trial scenarios, guided by experienced attorneys, and presided over by Nebraska judges. This hands-on approach allows participants to gain invaluable practical insights into the world of trial law.

Today is the first day of our week long 10th Annual Dan Jewell Trial Institute Retrospective. We wanted to take an extra moment to celebrate 10 years of the education made possible through the Dan and Lorene Jewell Trial Education Fund, a permanent endowment at the Bar Foundation.

The Dan Jewell Trial Institutes are designed for attorneys who aspire to enhance their trial skills. They offer a unique opportunity for attorneys to refine their trial advocacy skills. Throughout these Institutes, participants are immersed in real trial scenarios, guided by experienced attorneys, and presided over by Nebraska judges.

08/26/2026

Last week, Attorney Coy Clark attended the ribbon cutting for Kearney's new Early Head Start center! Coy is an executive member of Community Action Partnership of Mid-Nebraska's Board of Directors, which oversees Head Start, Early Head Start, and a host of other support programs in Buffalo County and 26 other counties in southwest and south-central Nebraska.

Congratulation to Community Action Partnership on the endeavor! This will be a wonderful addition for Kearney's youngest citizens.

KEARNEY - A ribbon cutting ceremony was held for the new Community Action Partnership of Mid-Nebraska's Early ...

08/20/2026

📢 We are hiring an Office Coordinator 📢

The firm is looking to fill our office coordinator position with an individual exhibiting excellent organization skills, attention to detail, and leadership qualities that inspire and motivate others!

Learn more at our "Careers" page, https://jacobsenorr.com/careers/, or Indeed, https://www.indeed.com/job/office-coordinator-fee35f1ba0dc5c1b.