Do You Have to Pretend to Belong in Law School to Make It?
What happens when a queer, funny, chronically self-aware law student stops trying to perform professionalism and starts telling the truth instead? This blog is an honest look at belonging, burnout, identity, and the quiet relief of realizing you were never the only one struggling.
The Anniversary: One Year of Doing Law Differently
What started as one person’s idea has become something so much bigger: a growing firm built on authenticity, resilience, advocacy, and the belief that legal services can be both excellent and deeply human.
What Does a Divorce in Nebraska Actually Look Like?
Divorce in Nebraska is more than a life change. It is a legal process with rules about filing, waiting periods, parenting plans, property division, and next steps. This post explains what divorce here actually looks like, what Nebraska courts focus on, and what to gather before you file or respond.
When Should I Go Back to Court Over Co-Parenting Disagreements in Nebraska?
Not every co-parenting disagreement belongs in court. This Nebraska guide explains when a parenting conflict is a real legal issue, when mediation may be the better tool, and what parents should gather before filing.
Can Divorced Parents Buy a Duplex Together in Nebraska?
A Nebraska family law look at whether divorced parents can buy a duplex together, how parenting plans still matter, and the legal and practical issues to think through before trying a close-proximity co-parenting setup.
Can I Change a Nebraska Parenting Plan When My Ex and I Cannot Agree on School, Doctors, or Activities?
When Nebraska parents share joint legal custody, disagreements about school, medical care, counseling, and extracurricular activities can turn into ongoing deadlocks. This post explains when those conflicts may justify modifying a parenting plan, what Nebraska courts actually look at, and how a recent Nebraska Court of Appeals decision shows judges can create practical tie-breaking rules without automatically ending joint custody.
Can My Ex Choose Conversion Therapy for Our Child in Nebraska After the 2026 Supreme Court Ruling?
Can your ex choose conversion therapy for your child in Nebraska without your permission? Usually not, if you share joint legal custody and your parenting plan does not give either parent final authority over major health decisions. Written from both legal and lived experience, this post explains what the 2026 Supreme Court ruling did and did not change, how Nebraska parenting plans handle major treatment decisions, and what parents should gather before mediation or court
Will the Judge Hear My Whole Story in a Nebraska Divorce?
A Nebraska divorce judge is usually deciding specific legal issues, not listening to every detail of the marriage. This article explains what really matters, why hearings can feel so short, and how to prepare in a way that helps your case.
If My Spouse Promised I Could Stay in the House, Will a Nebraska Prenup or Will Protect Me?
A spouse’s promise about the house may not hold up after death if the deed, prenup, and will do not match. A new Nebraska Supreme Court case shows what remarried couples and blended families in Nebraska should review before a probate dispute starts.
Can I lower child support in Nebraska if my income dropped?
A recent Nebraska child support case makes one thing clear: saying your income dropped is not enough. This article explains what counts as a material change, what proof judges actually want, and why self-employed parents need more than a homemade profit-and-loss statement.
What Happens to My Pet If I Die? Planning for Your Fur-Family in Nebraska
Your pets are family, but too often they are left out of estate planning. If something happened to you tomorrow, would anyone know who should care for your dog or cat, how that care should be paid for, or what would happen if you became incapacitated instead of passing away? In Nebraska, there are options, from informal caregiver arrangements to legally enforceable pet trusts. This article walks through what actually works, what does not, and how to make sure your fur-family is protected.
A Judge, a Stalking Allegation, and a Career Gone Overnight: What the Bridget Robb Case Means for Nebraska Parents Facing Protection Orders
A single protection order can change everything overnight. Using the high-profile Bridget Robb case as a real-world example, this article breaks down how Nebraska protection orders actually work, how they impact custody and parenting time, and what you need to do immediately if you’re served.
Can My Nebraska Lawyer Ethically Use AI? What Clients Need to Know
Can Nebraska lawyers use AI ethically? Yes, but only if they protect client confidentiality, verify the law, and keep legal judgment in human hands. This post explains what responsible AI use looks like in Nebraska family law, guardianship, mediation, and estate planning matters.
What Does Grey’s Anatomy Get Wrong About Divorce in Nebraska?
What does Grey’s Anatomy get wrong about divorce in Nebraska? Quite a bit. This post breaks down how Nebraska divorce really works, including the 60-day waiting period, no-fault rules, custody, parenting plans, and alimony, in plain English for real people facing real decisions
Can Restricted Stock Units (RSUs) Increase Child Support in Nebraska After Divorce?
Wondering how Restricted Stock Units (RSUs) fit into the child support equation in Nebraska? A new Nebraska Supreme Court decision, Kingston v. Kingston, just shed light on this complex intersection of compensation and support obligations. This isn't just about whether your pay stub includes RSUs; it’s a crucial ruling on when post-decree sales of vested shares can be a "material change" that does impact how child support is calculated, even if the RSUs were previously divided as property in the divorce.
What should you do if your co-parent sends a hostile email before a parenting exchange in Nebraska?
When a co-parent sends a hostile email before an exchange, your response can affect more than the moment. In Nebraska custody cases, calm, strategic communication often protects both your child and your case.
Can Social Media Hurt Your Custody Case or Co-Parenting Relationship in Nebraska?
What you post online can affect your custody case more than you think. This Nebraska-focused guide explains how social media may be used in family court, what mistakes to avoid, and how parents can protect both their case and their child.
The Three Women Who Convinced Me to Go to Law School
Law school was never part of Oliver Halliwell’s original plan. In this personal International Women’s Day reflection, Oliver shares how three women changed the course of his life by showing him the power of advocacy, authenticity, and resilience, and how their influence ultimately led him to law school.
International Women’s Day at Zachary W. Anderson Law: Tenacity, Resilience, and Voice
International Women’s Day is more than recognition, rather it is honoring the tenacity, resilience, and voice of the women on our team and the women we serve. In this reflection, members of our staff share what this day means to them and why advocacy, inclusion, and empowerment matter in the work we do every day.
In Nebraska divorce and custody cases, is mediation usually better than trial?
In Nebraska divorce, custody, and paternity cases, mediation is often the better first step because it gives families more control over parenting plans, schedules, and practical solutions than a judge can usually provide at trial. This article explains when mediation is usually required under the Nebraska Parenting Act, when trial is still necessary, and how to tell which path makes the most sense for your case.
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