Divorce Lawyer for Nebraska Families

Ending a marriage changes your home, your finances and, if you have children, how your family works day to day. You need clear answers about what the law allows and a plan that fits your life. That's what we provide.

Zachary W. Anderson Law represents people in divorce cases across Nebraska from our Lincoln office. Whether your divorce is cooperative or contested, we help you understand your options, protect what matters most, and move forward with as little conflict as your situation allows.

How we help

  • Filing for divorce, or responding when your spouse has filed

  • Dividing property, retirement accounts and debt, including family businesses

  • Alimony and child support

  • Parenting plans, custody and parenting time (see our custody and parenting plan page)

  • Temporary orders while the case is pending

  • Prenuptial and postnuptial agreements

  • Settlement negotiation and mediation, and trial when it's needed

How divorce works in Nebraska

In Nebraska, a divorce is called a dissolution of marriage and is filed in district court. Nebraska is a no-fault state: the court asks whether the marriage is irretrievably broken, and neither spouse has to prove wrongdoing. A divorce can't be heard or finalized until at least 60 days after the other spouse is served. Many cases settle through negotiation or mediation, and parents are generally ordered to complete a parenting education course. Every case is different, and timelines depend on the court and on how much the spouses agree.

Why families choose us

  • Coaching included. Family-law clients work with our in-house divorce and co-parenting coach, a CDC Certified Divorce Coach®, at no separate coaching fee.

  • Mediation experience. Zachary is a Nebraska Parenting Act mediator, so we know how to prepare you for productive negotiation.

  • Plain-English guidance. We explain your options, the likely costs, and the realistic outcomes before you decide.

  • Inclusive representation. We serve every Nebraska family, including LGBTQ clients and nontraditional families, without judgment.

Common questions

How long does a Nebraska divorce take?

It depends on whether you and your spouse agree. A cooperative case can finish soon after the waiting period ends; a contested case with custody or business issues can take many months.

Do I have to go to court?

Not always. Many divorces settle, and the court approves the agreement. If you can't agree, a judge decides the disputed issues after a hearing or trial.

Can I get support beyond the legal case?

Yes. Our in-house coach helps with communication, organization and stress, while your attorney handles the legal work.

Ready to talk through your situation? Request a consultation or call 402-259-0059.

This page provides general information, not legal advice. Contacting our firm does not create an attorney-client relationship.