Committed trial attorneys with over 240+ years of combined legal experience. Fighting for our clients’ rights since 1965.
Berry Law, established in 1965 by John Stevens Berry,
Sr., has evolved from its roots in criminal defense to become a comprehensive
legal service provider. With a team of attorneys who collectively have over 240
years of experience, the firm offers specific skills across a wide range of
legal areas. While originally focused on criminal defense, Berry Law has
expanded its practice to include personal injury law, serving clients in both
federal cases nationwide and state cases in Nebraska, Colorado, Iowa, and
Illinois.
A significant part of Berry Law's practice is dedicated to Military Law,
representing veterans across all 50 states. The firm’s commitment to serving
the needs of veterans is evident in their robust Veterans Disability practice,
which is integral to their mission of supporting the nation’s servicemembers.
Berry Law remains a trusted legal resource in Lincoln and Omaha, providing
personalized attention to individual needs.
This award is granted to attorneys who have received at least 10 client reviews, and have an average review score of 4.5 or higher.
AV Preeminent Peer Rated
This elite award is granted to attorneys who have been recognized by their peers for their very high ethical standards, with an average peer review score of 4.5 or higher.
Avvo Client's Choice
This award is granted to attorneys with at least 5 reviews with 4+ stars in a given year on Avvo.com.
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Client Champion Awards
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Award recipients stand out from their peers with a platinum, gold or silver icon.
At least three reviews and a score of 4.0 or higher.
At least six reviews and a score of 4.2 or higher.
At least ten reviews and a score of 4.5 or higher.
Berry Law got this award in 2021
Martindale Peer Awards
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AV Preeminent®: The highest peer rating standard. This rating signifies a large number of the lawyer’s peers rank him
or her at the highest level of professional excellence for their legal knowledge, communication skills and ethical standards.
Berry Law got this award in 2021
Distinguished: An excellent rating for a lawyer with some experience. This rating indicates the attorney is widely
respected by their peers for high professional achievement and ethical standards.
Notable: This rating indicates that the lawyer has been recognized by a large number of their peers for strong ethical standards.
Avvo Awards
Avvo Top Contributor: The Avvo Top Contributor Award is granted to attorneys who have earned significant contribution points in a given year on our sister site, Avvo.com. Contribution points are earned by answering questions in Q&A,
publishing Legal Guides, and other useful contributions to the Avvo community.
Avvo Client’s Choice: The Avvo Client's Choice Award Badge is granted to attorneys with a significant number of 4+ star reviews in a given year.
Berry law firm specifically Attorney David Hoeser took my VA disability rating from 0% to 100% in less than 5 years. I would highly recommend Berry Law to every veteran who has tried and failed with your VA claims.
Automobile Accidents
Posted by anonymous
August 06, 2023
Hired Law Firm
Berry Law is a trustworthy and professional law firm. Their communication with their clients throughout the whole process is unmatched. Despite the language barrier, Berry Law kept the whole process smooth and easy.
He was easy to contact even on a Saturday. if a message was left for him, I was certain he would respond in a timely manner. I do not think any other firm could have done as well or better then Evan and his group. I will recommend this firm to my friends. Thanks Tim
Montana Blu Crow is nothing short of amazing. Her knowledge, abilities, competence, compassion and understanding set her well above what I expected. She truly understands the veteran's frustration with the VA system and how hopeless it is to the veteran caught up in it. She sets a goal of obtaining the maximum benefit that the Veteran deserves and proceeds to achieve that. I sure feels good to have her on my side working for my benefit.
Without the help of Mr. Bartling and his team at Berry Law firm. I would've been stuck in the same place for years on my VA claims. They helped me get the rating I deserved and other than the paperwork, they took care of everything else! A great big thank you to Berry Law firm for fighting for a fellow veteran. I would definitely recommend them to any Veteran.
Great service quick turn around pain free process very knowledgeable and informed on the new laws. Good communication always ready to answer questions or track down the answer so you don't have to. Would recommend
Thanks to a true professional with total commitment to getting a veteran their just due no matter how long it takes. He is not afraid of addressing your appeal to all levels of review for consideration and award obtainment. He and his team always kept me informed and even when I wanted to throw the towel in he demonstrated to me the fight hadn't stop and the battled continued. I am very pleased I went with and stayed the course with him and his very professional staff as now I have reached the 100% rating I knew I was due too but my efforts along couldn't get me here. I would highly recommend to anyone wants a true warrior to fight for them.
Great job on handling my case and taking care of me. I was denied by other law firms but berry law were able to take care of my case. They answered all my questions and represented me very well. Thanks a lot
Veterans Benefits
Posted by Robert
July 20, 2023
Hired Law Firm
Kacey Petit and her legal assistant, Katie, were amazing throughout the entire process. Having never worked with a law firm before, I was anxious and not knowing what to expect. They made it as easy as possible for me in a caring and professional manner. I recommend them to any veteran looking for an advocate they can trust and that will fight for them.
Berry Law firm took all of my denied cases from the VA in 2018 and since 2018 my VA disability % moved from 50% to 90%. I am very satisfied with Attorney Stephanie Bennett and her Law Assistance Melissa Lovrien. If there are veterans out there looking for help, Berry Law Firm will not disappoint you.
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