About Philip Katz

Philip Katz is a career divorce and family law lawyer who has practiced exclusively in family law for over 17 years. Philip thrives on challenge. Give him a tough set of facts in a divorce or a never-before-seen legal issue and you will see an advocate eager to tackle the obstacles. More importantly, Philip approaches his cases with solution based advocacy in mind trying to resolve cases without the necessity of trial so that his clients can move on with their lives intact.

Whether in the negotiation room or the courtroom, Philip takes on complex issues with creativity and enthusiasm. Because of Philip’s extensive litigation background combined with his past experience as an elementary school teacher, clients get the benefit of a knowledgeable and experienced litigator as well as a compassionate individual. A father of three, Philip knows that divorce and family law clients want an attorney who understands everything from the value of a business to the value of being able to tuck their children in bed at night.

Philip earned his Bachelors Degree from the University of Wisconsin Milwaukee. He then received his Juris Doctorate from Creighton University School of Law in 2005. Attorney Philip Katz is a member of the American Bar Association, the Nebraska State Bar Association (NSBA), and the Omaha Bar Association. Within the NSBA , Philip has served in several leadership roles including as Chair of the family law section for two consecutive years.

In 2012, Philip authored “Cesar v. Alicia & Its Progeny: Major Changes to Nebraska Paternity Law: Consequences Intended & Otherwise,” an article appearing in the Nebraska Lawyer magazine. He presented and spoke at numerous legal seminars on various family law related topics. These topics include the changing paternity laws in the State of Nebraska, and the complexities of dividing retirement accounts in divorce. He led a panel discussion of psychologists addressing the changing roles of mental health professionals across Nebraska in child custody cases, and has also presented twice on issues affecting military members in divorce.

What sets Philip apart from other outstanding lawyers is his relationship with clients, enabling them to trust both his legal skills and his ability to see them through one of the toughest periods of their lives.

 

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Family Law
Posted by anonymous
February 06, 2014
Hired Attorney

Philip is an incredible human being, he is compassionate, understanding, intelligent and has the ability to calm a person and help them think reasonably during difficult emotional times.

Family Law
Posted by anonymous
December 18, 2013
Hired Attorney

Phillip is one of the most attentive people ive ever met, smooth and to the point,Im a mechanic and ive had cars come in for a tune up and wound up rebuilding the engine and that's just how my divorce went too. This man has given more to this than i could ever expect awesome person..{para}Now its been appealed and yes i choose Phillip because i truly believe in his talent, and he has proven that you be up front give him the ammo and he will do his best for you. i know darn well this man put in mor

 
Family Law
Posted by anonymous
November 01, 2013
Hired Attorney

Philip handled a tough, complex case with skill and professionalism. His knowledge of the law and was evident in each step we took, vastly superior to previous attorneys I've retained. I highly recommend Philip to assist you in any Family Law issue. He's a straight shooter; there won't be any surprises. Kudos also to his support team, they were great!

 
Family Law
Posted by anonymous
October 02, 2013
Hired Attorney

Philip's attention to detail is second to none. He is thorough and well-versed in the law yet was always able to explain in a way that made me feel informed and secure in my decision. He helped me weigh the pros and cons of each decision and without talking me into anything, helped me make good choices. I know he had my best interest in mind. I would recommend Philip for his expertise, his dogged pursuit of the right, lawful answers, and for his attention to detail.

 
Family Law
Posted by anonymous
September 17, 2013
Hired Attorney

Philip was extremely knowledgeable & organized. He gave me confidence that my issues wld be taken care of. He did an excellent job with my Child custody case. He adequately prepped me for trial and explained the law in terms I cld understand. Was aggressive yet professional making me feel like there was some one my side fighting 4 me. I wld be remiss if I didn’t say how I much I appreciated his personality & understanding.. Philip made the 2 days of trial manageable. We won & I am very grateful.

 
Family Law
Posted by anonymous
April 25, 2013
Hired Attorney

Professionalism in its entirety! Remarkable law firm; truly devoted to clients before firm. My attorney was Philip Katz. Three words to summarize his attributes: Honor, Courage, Commitment!

Family Law
Posted by anonymous
April 17, 2013
Hired Attorney

I hired Philip after having a bad outcome in a case where I received very poor representation from another attorney. Philip's appearance in my modification trial was nothing short of amazing. He is an extremely intelligent attorney that found things in my case that other attorneys had completely overlooked. As well as being extremely knowledgeable in family law, his court room demeanor is exceptional. It is also very important to me that Philip is a very likeable guy that I can trust!

 
Family Law
Posted by anonymous
March 26, 2013
Hired Attorney

Philip is very aggressive and intelligent in his field. We always knew what was going on and why. He uses creative thinking to solve problems and looks ahead to see possible disasters before they arrive. A very good person to have on your side. We are very pleased with his service and would recommend him to anyone needing legal council.

Family Law
Posted by anonymous
December 23, 2012
Hired Attorney

He was organized. He was thorough. He was precise. Most of all, he listened. His patience, knowledge, and his professional skills, combined, provided quality and efficient results. Thank you, so much for all that you and your staff have done for me. After all these years, there is finally closure. Thank you, again and again.

Family Law
Posted by anonymous
June 06, 2012
Hired Attorney

Mr. Katz is the epitome of competence, diligence, and tenacity. He always has your best interests at heart and is worthy of your complete trust. He will tenaciously defend your rights and advise you on how best to proceed to protect your financial interests. His diligence, knowledge, and aggressive defense saved me from what could have been a financially crippling divorce and transformed the divorce into a source of liberation. If you want the best, hire Mr. Katz as your attorney.

 

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Areas of Law

  • Family Law 5
    • Divorce
    • Child Custody
    • Paternity
    • Child Support
    • Military Divorce
  • Domestic Partnerships
  • Annulment
  • Domestic Violence
  • Gay and Lesbian Family Law
  • Other 16
    • Prenuptial Agreements
    • Cohabitation Agreements
    • Divorce with Complex Marital Estate Division
    • Marital Agreements
    • High Net-Worth Divorce
    • Alimony
    • Legal Separation Agreements
    • No Fault Divorce
    • Marital Property Distribution
    • Marital Property Settlements
    • Name Changes
    • Equitable Distribution
    • Domestic Relations
    • International Family Law
    • Non-Traditional Family Law
    • Matrimonial Law

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    2005, Nebraska
  • Education & Certifications
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    Creighton University School of Law
    Class of 2005
    J.D.
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    University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee
    Class of 1999
    B.A.

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    Yes, Philip Katz has a 4.8 Peer Rating from Martindale-Hubbell.
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    Philip Katz attended Creighton University School of Law.
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    Gross Welch Marks Clare, PC, LLO was established in 1927.