Attorney Practice Areas

Our attorneys possess excellent academic credentials, are committed to the pursuit of excellence, communicate effectively and demonstrate the highest personal and professional ethics. We are committed to promptly responding to our clients’ needs, reporting on cases regularly and keeping our clients well-informed.

The attorneys at Fitzgerald, Vetter, Temple, Bartell, & Henderson understand that each client has unique needs and interests. It is our mission to assist our clients to achieve their desired results in the most efficient manner. The right lawyer can truly make a difference in the outcome of a case.

Our knowledge and expertise allows us to represent clients in a variety of practice areas. Click on one of the links to read  about the different practice areas in which our firm can provide representation.

Mark D Fitzgerald, Luke P Henderson and Todd B Vetter - Norfolk, NE Attorneys
Frederick T. Bartell, Luke P. Henderson, Mark D. Fitzgerald and Todd B. Vetter - Norfolk, NE Attorneys

Our lawyers have experience with many aspects of agricultural law, including environmental law, land use regulations, State and local government law, easements, real estate disputes, quiet title actions, adverse possession cases, lawsuits based on misapplication of chemicals and agricultural products, and numerous other issues impacting agriculture and farm producers.  The attorneys at Fitzgerald, Vetter, Temple, Bartell & Henderson look forward to providing you representation in these areas.

The attorneys at Fitzgerald, Vetter, Temple, Bartell, & Henderson listen to the needs of each client and can draft the proper contract to protect the future needs and interests of each client. Each contract is specifically drafted to address the unique concerns and interests of each client. Our attorneys can prepare the proper legal documents for all types of business, real estate, employment, or other type of commercial transaction.

  • Draft Contracts
  • Loan and Security Documents
  • Purchase Contracts
  • Employment Agreements
  • Construction Documentation
  • Sale Agreements
  • Equipment Leases
  • Security Agreements
  • Loan Agreements
  • Joint Venture Agreements
  • Partnership Agreements

A court of law is the only way one can obtain a divorce decree, dissolution, legal separation, or annulment. The court also has jurisdiction to resolve other issues that may be related to the divorce including custody and visitation rights for minor children, division of marital assets and debts, and spousal support. The attorneys at Fitzgerald, Vetter, Temple, Bartell, & Henderson have a proven record of representing parties in domestic relation cases that finds a fair and equitable division of the property and the attorneys work hard to promote the best interests of any children that may be involved in the divorce proceeding. The dynamics of each divorce are different based upon the relationship of the parties, and the attorneys at Fitzgerald, Vetter, Temple, Bartell, & Henderson can assist you in finding the unique answer or resolution to your divorce questions.

  • Divorce Negotiation
  • Divorce Litigation
  • Property Settlements
  • Mediation
  • Alimony
  • Child Support Enforcement
  • Child Support Contempt Orders
  • Divorce Decree Modification
  • Courtroom Divorce Action
  • Division of Marital Property and Debt
  • Adoption
  • Emergency Protective Orders
  • Prenuptial Planning

We have extensive experience in all aspects of civil, criminal defense and commercial trial practice in Federal and State Courts, including in the context of accidents taking place in the farm setting. The law firm of Fitzgerald, Vetter, Temple, Bartell, & Henderson has built a strong regional reputation for its tough and skillful trial lawyers.

Motor vehicle accidents frequently involve complex medical and insurance issues. The attorneys at Fitzgerald, Vetter, Temple, Bartell, & Henderson have extensive knowledge of both medical and insurance issues, gained through years of experience, of working cases involving motor vehicle accidents.

There are many pitfalls to the unwary involved in motor vehicle accident litigation. Whether addressing the complex medical issues such as an aggravation of a pre-existing condition, to the complexity of uninsured or underinsured motorist coverage, or the reimbursement laws involved in ERISA plans and Medicare, the attorneys of Fitzgerald, Vetter, Temple, Bartell, & Henderson have the knowledge and expertise to help you through the aftermath of your accident and help you realize the just compensation you are due.

  • Alcohol Related Crashes
  • Hit and Run
  • Passenger Injuries
  • Driver Injuries
  • Motorcycle Accidents
  • Semi-Truck and Tractor Trailer Accidents
  • Pedestrian Accidents
  • Bicycle Accidents

We have extensive experience in all aspects of probate law. The law firm of Fitzgerald, Vetter, Temple, Bartell, & Henderson has built a strong regional reputation for its tough and skillful trial lawyers.

Fitzgerald, Vetter, Temple, Bartell, & Henderson also assists individuals with their life planning needs. The firm handles estate planning, probate and estate administration, real estate transactions, land use and zoning issues, eminent domain and landlord/tenant disputes.

  • Real Estate Transactions
  • Buying and Selling Property
  • Office Space Leasing Contracts
  • Warehouse and Storage Contracts
  • Real Estate Disputes
  • Rental Disputes
  • Rental Contracts

The attorneys at Fitzgerald, Vetter, Temple, Bartell, & Henderson have significant experience in representing Plaintiffs and Defendants in wrongful death actions. The law firm of Fitzgerald, Vetter, Temple, Bartell, & Henderson has built a strong regional reputation for its tough and skillful trial lawyers.

The lawyers at Fitzgerald, Vetter, Temple, Bartell, & Henderson work with clients interested in forming businesses, including limited liability companies, corporations, and other business entities under Nebraska law.  Contact our office to discuss which form of business entity best serves your goals.

The attorneys at Fitzgerald, Vetter, Temple, Bartell, & Henderson represent clients involved in the criminal justice system.  We have significant experience and knowledge in advocating for individuals charged with felonies, misdemeanors, and infractions.  We are detailed, professional, and responsive.  A conviction for criminal charges can have significant life consequences.  Contact us to discuss your case.

Most every person in the world is employed or has been employed in some fashion. The wages and benefits associated with that employment are obviously, very important to individuals and the clients of Fitzgerald, Vetter, Temple, Bartell, & Henderson routinely seek and obtain guidance and counsel regarding employment matters. The attorneys of Fitzgerald, Vetter, Temple, Bartell, & Henderson have considerable experience in handling wage claims by employees against employers including actions under the Nebraska Wage Payment and Collection Act as well as have considerable experience in drafting confidentiality agreements and reviewing non-compete agreements to insure that those agreements meet the individual needs of the client.

  • Wage and Hour Violations
  • Confidentiality Agreements
  • Non-compete Agreements

We have extensive experience in all aspects of Litigation and Appeals. The law firm of Fitzgerald, Vetter, Temple, Bartell, & Henderson has built a strong regional reputation for its tough and skillful trial lawyers.

The Fitzgerald, Vetter, Temple, Bartell, & Henderson Law Office represents individuals in cases involving automobile negligence, wrongful death, personal injury, products liability, professional malpractice and medical malpractice.

Due to our unique background, our attorneys have specialized knowledge in all aspects of personal injuries. The lawyers of Fitzgerald, Vetter, Temple, Bartell, & Henderson Law Office have an in-depth understanding of medical issues involved in every personal injury case. We treat our clients’ matters as if they were our own, exercising the highest degree of judgment, integrity and discretion. Many personal injury clients are unfamiliar with the complexity of medical-legal issues, while our attorneys are well versed in these matters. The firm’s clients are consulted at every stage of the legal process with competent, understanding advice and answers to their questions.

  • Settlements
  • Auto Accidents
  • Aviation Accidents
  • Insurance Disputes
  • Wrongful Death Claims
  • Product Liability Issues

We have extensive experience in all aspects of Products Liability. The law firm of Fitzgerald, Vetter, Temple, Bartell, & Henderson has built a strong regional reputation for its tough and skillful trial lawyers.

A common question among ordinary people is “Do you have a Will”? The attorneys at Fitzgerald, Vetter, Temple, Bartell, & Henderson assist their clients with the formation of simple legal Wills and related documents. A Will is unique to each individual but most individuals prefer to see and know that their assets devolve to certain individuals in the event of their death and also want to have the comfort of knowing that their children and loved ones will be taken care of in the event of an untimely passing. The attorneys at Fitzgerald, Vetter, Temple, Bartell, & Henderson have the ability to assist the clients with the formation of a last Will and other documents that give confidence to their clients that their loved ones and assets will be taken care of in a way that is unique to them.