Cathy Trent-Vilim
Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2016 About Cathy Trent-Vilim
Cathy Trent-Vilim is a lawyer based in Omaha, NE and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2016. Cathy Trent-Vilim is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Omaha, Nebraska
- Appellate Practice
- Commercial Litigation
Current Firm: Lamson Dugan and Murray LLP
Education: University of Nebraska - Lincoln College of Law, J.D., graduated 2002
Location: Omaha, NE
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EDUCATION Creighton University (J.D., 1978) Creighton University (B.A., Cum Laude, 1975) PRACTICE EMPHASIS Civil Litigation Insurance Litigation Business Litigation Fire & Explosion Litigation Professional Liability Personal Injury Litigation HONORS & AWARDS Fellow, American College of Trial Lawyers The Best Lawyers in America Great Plains Super Lawyers Fellow, American Bar Foundation Alpha Sigma Nu, National Jesuit Honor Society Spirit of Creighton Award
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