Michael S. "Mike" Degan

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.

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

Bill acts as General Counsel for and business advisor to a diverse group of businesses, from entrepreneurial start-ups to multi-generational family owned companies. As a former CPA and Tax Consultant for a national accounting firm, Bill uses his extensive knowledge and experience in legal, tax and financial matters to advise entrepreneurs, boards of directors, business managers and investors. Bill has extensive experience and knowledge in merger and acquisition, securities, tax and real estat...

Thomas G. McKeon is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law and Municipal Law. Thomas G., who practices law in Omaha, Nebraska, has been recognized since 2011. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Thomas G. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Sandra D. Morar is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of FDA Law. Sandra D., 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 Sandra D. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Stacey A. Shadden is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Corporate Law. Stacey A., who practices law in Omaha, Nebraska, has been recognized since 2024. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Stacey A. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Clients seeking confident and knowledgeable counsel for any type of business dispute seek counsel from Patrick. Patrick represents clients with contractual disputes and clients who have disputes over business torts, including unfair business competition. When taking on a case, Patrick analyzes each matter based on the complexity and severity of the problem and the possible resolutions. He understands that every client and case are unique, and that lawsuits can disrupt business. So, before det...

Jeffrey S. Penne is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Corporate Law and Mergers and Acquisitions Law. Jeffrey S., who practices law in Omaha, Nebraska, has been recognized since 2017. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Jeffrey S. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Jonathan L. Grob is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships), Closely Held Companies and Family Businesses Law, Corporate Law, Nonprofit / Charities Law, Private Funds / Hedge Funds Law, Tax Law and Trusts and Estates. Jonathan L., 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 Jonathan L....

Although it may be necessary to pay some taxes, the philosophy is to keep the necessary taxes to a minimum whenever possible. The goals are to help clients plan their tax affairs appropriately and aggressively represent their interests before the IRS, both administratively and in court, to ensure that they are treated fairly and pay no more than legally required. Nationwide Practice: IRS controversies, both administratively and in court IRS criminal cases Primary Nebraska Practice Areas: Tax ...