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John S. Berry Jr.

John S. Berry Jr.

Berry Law - Relentless defense attorneys defeating prosecutors since 1965
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Berry Law has led fights against unjust prosecutions and government overreach since 1965. This team of warrior lawyers knows what it takes to win in the courtroom and beyond.

John S. Berry Jr. helps his clients fight some of the most important battles of their lives. John has not only led successful teams in the courtroom, resulting in several jury trial victories, but has also led soldiers in deployments to Iraq and Bosnia. John personifies the warrior ethos that is the foundation for Berry Law’s success. Beyond the battlefield and the courtroom, John’s leadership experience extends to community organizations locally and nationally.

John graduated from the College of William & Mary in Williamsburg, Virginia (B.A. 1997) and Creighton University School of Law, cum laude, (2003). He is also a graduate of the National Criminal Defense College at Mercer Law School in Macon, Georgia (2004). John is past president of the Nebraska Criminal Defense Attorney's Association. He has been recognized as one of the National Trial Lawyers' Top 100 Trial Lawyers and the National Trial Lawyers' 40 under 40.

After receiving his commission as an infantry officer in the U.S. Army, John completed Airborne School and Ranger School. In 1999, while assigned to the First Cavalry Division, he deployed to Bosnia for Operation Joint Forge. John also served as a Company Commander in Iraq during Operation Iraqi Freedom and served as a Battalion Commander in the national guard. John has presented and lectured in the areas of criminal defense trial skills and Veterans disability appeals.

Education
Creighton University
J.D. (2003)
Honors: cum laude
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College of William and Mary
B.A. (1997)
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Professional Experience
Attorney
Berry Law
Current
Publications
Articles & Publications
Nebraska Drug Stop Defense Book
The Next Battle
Sabrequill Press
The Technological Revival of the 4th Amendment
The Nebraska Lawyer
Speaking Engagements
Panel Discussion on Using Experts to Defend Sex Assault Cases, Interstate Pipeline Presentation at Bill McGinn's CLE, Council Bluffs, IA
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Defending Drug Pipeline Cases, Interstate Pipeline Presentation at Bill McGinn's CLE, Council Bluffs, IA
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Defending Drug Pipeline Cases, Panel Palooza, Omaha, Nebraska
Office of the Public Defender for the District of Nebraska
Defending Drug Pipeline Cases, Defending Modern Drug Cases, Las Vegas
National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
Defending Veterans' Rights on Appeal, Veterans Disability Benefits
Protect Your Rights, Protect Your Future, Criminal Defense for Civil Lawyers
Criminal Defense Strategies, Criminal Defense Boot Camp
Sex Assault Defense, Defending Crimes of Love and Lust
Using Social Media Evidence in Sex Assault Cases, Criminal Defense Seminar
Certifications
National Criminal Defense Certification
Mercer University Walter F. George School of Law
Awards
Top 100 Trial Lawyers
The National Trial Lawyers
AV Preeminent Rating
Martindale-Hubbell
Super Lawyers
Thomson Reuters
AV Preeminent Rating
Martindale-Hubbell
AV Rating
Martindale Hubbel
Super Lawyers
Thomson Reuters
Best Lawyer
Best Lawyers
AV Preeminent Rating
Martindale-Hubbell
Selected: 2018-2020
Super lawyers
Thomson Reuters
Platinum Client Champion
Martindale-Hubbell
2019 - 2020
Hall of Fame - 209th Regional Training Institute
Nebraska National Guard
Super Lawyer
Super Lawyers
Top 50 DUI Attorneys
National Advocacy for DUI Defense
Top 100 Trial Lawyers
National Trial Lawyers
2011-2017
Top 100 Trial Lawyers
National Trial Lawyers
Top 50 DUI Attorneys
National Advocacy for DUI Defense
Top 100 Trial Lawyers
National Trial Lawyers
Top 50 DUI Lawyer
National Advocacy for DUI Defense
Top 50 DUI Attorneys
National Advocacy for DUI Defense
Top 100 Trial Lawyers
National Trial Lawyers
Top 50 DUI Attorneys
National Advocacy for DUI Defense
Top 40 Under 40
National Trial Lawyers
Client's Choice award
Avvo
Professional Associations
Nebraska State Bar  # 22627
Member
Current
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National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
Lifetime Member
Current
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Nebraska Criminal Defense Attorney's Association
Board Member
- Current
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Nebraska State Bar Association, Military Law Section
Board Member
- Current
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Lincoln Independent Business Association
Board Member
- Current
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National Association of Veterans Advocates
- Current
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Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice
Nebraska
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8th Circuit
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Fees
  • Free Consultation
  • Credit Cards Accepted
Practice Areas
Criminal Law
Criminal Appeals, Drug Crimes, Fraud, Sex Crimes, Theft, Violent Crimes
DUI & DWI
White Collar Crime
Military Law
Veteran's Benefits
Domestic Violence
Domestic Violence Criminal Defense, Domestic Violence Restraining Orders
Personal Injury
Animal & Dog Bites, Brain Injury, Car Accidents, Construction Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Premises Liability, Truck Accidents, Wrongful Death
Additional Practice Area
  • Title IX Defense for Students and Faculty
Languages
  • English: Spoken, Written
Websites & Blogs
Website
Berry Law
Website
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Blog
PTSD Lawyers Blog
Blog
Berry Law Blog
Contact & Map
Berry Law
Omaha Office
1414 Harney St
Suite 400
Omaha, NE 68102
Telephone: (402) 466-8444
Monday: 8 AM - 5 PM
Tuesday: 8 AM - 5 PM
Wednesday: 8 AM - 5 PM
Thursday: 8 AM - 5 PM
Friday: 8 AM - 5 PM
Saturday: Closed (Today)
Sunday: Closed
Berry Law
Lincoln Office
6940 O St.
Suite 400
Lincoln, NE 68510
Telephone: (402) 466-8444
Monday: 8 AM - 5 PM
Tuesday: 8 AM - 5 PM
Wednesday: 8 AM - 5 PM
Thursday: 8 AM - 5 PM
Friday: 8 AM - 5 PM
Saturday: Closed (Today)
Sunday: Closed
Berry Law
Council Bluffs Office
215 S Main ST
STE 206
Council Bluffs, IA 51503
Telephone: (712) 217-2177
Notice: Virtual office location; please call to arrange an appointment with one of our attorneys.