Andrew J. McElmeel

David M. Hohman is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Closely Held Companies and Family Businesses Law and Corporate Law. David M., who practices law in Omaha, Nebraska, has been recognized since 2018. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which David M. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Matthew V. Rusch is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Litigation - Insurance. Matthew V., who practices law in Omaha, Nebraska, has been recognized since 2025. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Matthew V. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Katherine A. McNamara is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Commercial Litigation. Katherine A., who practices law in Omaha, Nebraska, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Katherine A. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Bob Cannella is a native Nebraskan who has practiced law at the firm since graduating from law school in 1972. Bob’s principal legal activities are in the areas of higher education law and the counseling and representation of employers in employment, labor relations, employment discrimination, and preventive employment law matters. Bob fills the lead role in the firm’s representation of Metropolitan Community College, and in that role he works closely with the administration and B...

Bonnie Boryca is a member of Erickson | Sederstrom’s labor & employment, litigation, and appellate practice groups. Her practice focuses on advising and resolving employment matters, complex commercial and business litigation, technology litigation, and trust and estate disputes. Bonnie has the experience to assist clients in reaching resolutions and achieving results. Bonnie frequently advises employers and business owners regarding HR policies and procedures. She helps guide emplo...

James D. Wegner is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Aviation Law, Closely Held Companies and Family Businesses Law, Corporate Law, Nonprofit / Charities Law, Tax Law and Trusts and Estates. James D., who practices law in Omaha, Nebraska, has been recognized since 2013. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which James D. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Christopher E. Hoyme is a principal in the Omaha, Nebraska, office of Jackson Lewis P.C. Chris represents management nationwide in all facets of employment litigation. He has successfully defended employers across the country in over 40 federal and state courts, as well as before numerous federal and state administrative agencies across the country. Chris looks for practical solutions for clients facing litigation. He believes in a proactive, preventive approach to dealing with employment iss...

Peter is a determined and steadfast lawyer that specializes in employee benefits and ERISA matters. His experience includes serving as counsel in mergers and acquisitions with respect to employee benefit plans and due diligence; representing clients before the IRS and Department of Labor; providing retirement plan design counsel and documentation for corporate, tax-exempt and governmental entities; and advising clients with respect to prohibited transaction exemptions and fiduciary obligation...

Dan graduated cum laude from Creighton University School of Law in 2013. He is a member of Erickson | Sederstrom’s Estate, Probate and Trust Law Division. Dan’s practice consists of estate and gift planning, trust administration, probate of client estates, and federal and state taxation.

James J. Frost is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Commercial Litigation and Insurance Law. James J., who practices law in Omaha, Nebraska, has been recognized since 2013. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which James J. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.