Committed trial attorneys with over 240+ years of combined legal experience. Fighting for our clients’ rights since 1965.
Berry Law, established in 1965 by John Stevens Berry,
Sr., has evolved from its roots in criminal defense to become a comprehensive
legal service provider. With a team of attorneys who collectively have over 240
years of experience, the firm offers specific skills across a wide range of
legal areas. While originally focused on criminal defense, Berry Law has
expanded its practice to include personal injury law, serving clients in both
federal cases nationwide and state cases in Nebraska, Colorado, Iowa, and
Illinois.
A significant part of Berry Law's practice is dedicated to Military Law,
representing veterans across all 50 states. The firm’s commitment to serving
the needs of veterans is evident in their robust Veterans Disability practice,
which is integral to their mission of supporting the nation’s servicemembers.
Berry Law remains a trusted legal resource in Lincoln and Omaha, providing
personalized attention to individual needs.
This award is granted to attorneys who have received at least 10 client reviews, and have an average review score of 4.5 or higher.
AV Preeminent Peer Rated
This elite award is granted to attorneys who have been recognized by their peers for their very high ethical standards, with an average peer review score of 4.5 or higher.
Avvo Client's Choice
This award is granted to attorneys with at least 5 reviews with 4+ stars in a given year on Avvo.com.
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Client Champion Awards
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Award recipients stand out from their peers with a platinum, gold or silver icon.
At least three reviews and a score of 4.0 or higher.
At least six reviews and a score of 4.2 or higher.
At least ten reviews and a score of 4.5 or higher.
Berry Law got this award in 2021
Martindale Peer Awards
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AV Preeminent®: The highest peer rating standard. This rating signifies a large number of the lawyer’s peers rank him
or her at the highest level of professional excellence for their legal knowledge, communication skills and ethical standards.
Berry Law got this award in 2021
Distinguished: An excellent rating for a lawyer with some experience. This rating indicates the attorney is widely
respected by their peers for high professional achievement and ethical standards.
Notable: This rating indicates that the lawyer has been recognized by a large number of their peers for strong ethical standards.
Avvo Awards
Avvo Top Contributor: The Avvo Top Contributor Award is granted to attorneys who have earned significant contribution points in a given year on our sister site, Avvo.com. Contribution points are earned by answering questions in Q&A,
publishing Legal Guides, and other useful contributions to the Avvo community.
Avvo Client’s Choice: The Avvo Client's Choice Award Badge is granted to attorneys with a significant number of 4+ star reviews in a given year.
Thank you Taylor for your assistance with my case. When reading your bio and the history of the Berry Law firm; I knew I had chosen the correct people. You have helped me tremendously with my 100 % P & T rating, I couldn't of done it without you.
Veterans Benefits
Posted by anonymous
October 07, 2025
Hired Law Firm
My name is AJ. Berry Law, sent me a welcome letter dated September 9, 2024. On September 25, 2025. I received my 100 percent P&T. This was a great experience. Corrina Bartels, Case Manager was the lead in my claim. She was assisted by Marquetta Rupert, Legal Assistant and Olivia Nelson, Legal Assistant 1. I have never dealt with a more friendly or professional team of staff! I refer them to everyone I meet. Thank you Berry Law!
Working with David Ossian and Tuesday Metcalf-Holts was a real pleasure and they helped win my case and appeals. It was a complex case with toxic exposure which serving in the Air Force in the late 80s to early 90s. We are now on appeal for back pay and I am again pleased at the progress as my condition has no treatment and no cure, so time is of the essence.
Rachel was amazing at handling my personal injury/uninsured motorist case. She was very responsive with communication. She was kind and compassionate, and she was good at explaining the process and helping me understand things when I was confused. I could not have asked for a better experience with her.
Veterans Benefits
Posted by anonymous
October 01, 2025
Hired Law Firm
Berry law did a great job helping me increase my VA disability from 10 to 60%. I would highly recommend them, Taylor Loy and McKenna Sender were great to work with. I would highly recommend reaching out to Berry Law if you are seeking to obtain or increase your disability.
Jason took on my VA Claims case several years ago now and he has never missed a beat. If I ever have any questions or concerns about things he is prompt and efficient. He show cases a manner of caring, compassion, and professionalism that I seldom see. He has taken it upon himself, with the help of his team, to support my VA process and get the fair rating I have now. When we first began working together he told me that his job was to carry the weight and worry, to take it off my shoulders. I can say without a shadow of a doubt that he has excelled at that promise. The resilience needed for long VA claims is immense and he's been by my side/leading the whole way. I'd recommend working with Jason and his team; especially if you're at your wits-end and ready to give up.
Berry Law, David Hoeser did a great job representing my VA claim without him and his team I would not have completed my full claim. He explained current law, did detailed review of my medical file, and explained common sense next steps, Thank You!
Veterans Benefits
Posted by Olivia
September 27, 2025
Hired Law Firm
I am very pleased with the services provided by Berry Law Firm. They took what seemed like a very daunting task and had it completed in way less time than I thought would be possible. So far, I have referred 2 other veterans to their office. I wish I had come across their firm years ago. I will forever be greatful.
Veterans Benefits
Posted by Paul
September 25, 2025
Hired Law Firm
The Veteran's Affairs agency is very large and has complex rules and regulations. This complexity is compounded by events like Agent Orange, Camp Lejeune , burn pits of the gulf area. Toxins, both invisible , airborne and waterborne. The IED’s of Afghanistan with concussions that always remain and maim. To bring all these tragedy’s forward into the light and establish truth and Justice is what Berry Law is all about. A special thanks to Manager Corrina for keeping me focused and steady. Paul A. Dietsch, Sgt.,U.S.Marine Corps. Vietnam Veteran.
Rachel agarró mi caso fue demasiado profesional , muy amable muy atenta , no me cobró un solo dólar hasta que el caso se ganó lo cual fue increíble por qué a veces uno no agarra abogados por no tener el dinero para poder pagarlos ! Me resolvió mi caso increíblemente rápido en tan solo 4 meses!! , cuando he visto en otras partes que puede tardar hasta años !!! Me consiguió un buen reembolso con el seguro y aún así siguió peleando hasta conseguir el reembolso máximo tota ya teniendo una buena oferta ! Otra de las cosas increíble fue que todo fue electrónicamente desde la comodidad de un teléfono increíble!!! Súper honesta ,confiable y muy profesional! No estoy exagerando cuando digo QUE ES LA PERSONA QUE MÁS ME HA AYUDADO EN ESTE PAÍS ( soy migrante ) y no me alcanzan las estrellas del cielo para ponérselas en esta reseña !!! Que dios te bendiga Rachel ! -Eudo Martínez
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