John S. Berry Jr.

Berry Law - Relentless defense attorneys defeating prosecutors since 1965

Berry Law has led fights against unjust prosecutions and government overreach since 1965. This team of warrior lawyers knows what it takes to win in the courtroom and beyond.

John S. Berry Jr. helps his clients fight some of the most important battles of their lives. John has not only led successful teams in the courtroom, resulting in several jury trial victories, but has also led soldiers in deployments to Iraq and Bosnia. John personifies the warrior ethos that is the foundation for Berry Law’s success. Beyond the battlefield and the courtroom, John’s leadership experience extends to community organizations locally and nationally.

John graduated from the College of William & Mary in Williamsburg, Virginia (B.A. 1997) and Creighton University School of Law, cum laude, (2003). He is also a graduate of the National Criminal Defense College at Mercer Law School in Macon, Georgia (2004). John is past president of the Nebraska Criminal Defense Attorney’s Association. He has been recognized as one of the National Trial Lawyers’ Top 100 Trial Lawyers and the National Trial Lawyers’ 40 under 40.

After receiving his commission as an infantry officer in the U.S. Army, John completed Airborne School and Ranger School. In 1999, while assigned to the First Cavalry Division, he deployed to Bosnia for Operation Joint Forge. John also served as a Company Commander in Iraq during Operation Iraqi Freedom and served as a Battalion Commander in the national guard. John has presented and lectured in the areas of criminal defense trial skills and Veterans disability appeals.

Criminal Law
Criminal Appeals, Drug Crimes, Fraud, Sex Crimes, Theft, Violent Crimes
DUI & DWI
White Collar Crime
Military Law
Veteran’s Benefits
Domestic Violence
Domestic Violence Criminal Defense, Domestic Violence Restraining Orders
Personal Injury
Animal & Dog Bites, Brain Injury, Car Accidents, Construction Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Premises Liability, Truck Accidents, Wrongful Death
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Fees
  • Free Consultation
  • Credit Cards Accepted
Nebraska
Since 2003
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Languages

  • English:
    Spoken, Written

Attorney
Berry Law

Current

Creighton University
J.D. (2003)

2003

Honors: cum laude
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College of William and Mary
B.A. (1997)

1997

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Top 100 Trial Lawyers
The National Trial Lawyers
2022
AV Preeminent Rating
Martindale-Hubbell
2022
Super Lawyers
Thomson Reuters
2022
AV Preeminent Rating
Martindale-Hubbell
2021
AV Rating
Martindale Hubbel
2021

Super Lawyers
Thomson Reuters
2021
Best Lawyer
Best Lawyers
2021
AV Preeminent Rating
Martindale-Hubbell
2020
Selected: 2018-2020
Super lawyers
Thomson Reuters
2020
Platinum Client Champion
Martindale-Hubbell
2020
2019 – 2020
Hall of Fame – 209th Regional Training Institute
Nebraska National Guard
2019
Super Lawyer
Super Lawyers
2019
Top 50 DUI Attorneys
National Advocacy for DUI Defense
2017
Top 100 Trial Lawyers
National Trial Lawyers
2017
2011-2017
Top 100 Trial Lawyers
National Trial Lawyers
2016
Top 50 DUI Attorneys
National Advocacy for DUI Defense
2016
Top 100 Trial Lawyers
National Trial Lawyers
2015
Top 50 DUI Lawyer
National Advocacy for DUI Defense
2015
Top 50 DUI Attorneys
National Advocacy for DUI Defense
2014
Top 100 Trial Lawyers
National Trial Lawyers
2014
Top 50 DUI Attorneys
National Advocacy for DUI Defense
2013
Top 40 Under 40
National Trial Lawyers
2012
Client’s Choice award
Avvo

Nebraska State Bar

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Member
Current
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National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Lifetime Member
Current
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Nebraska Criminal Defense Attorney’s Association

Board Member
2014 –
Current
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Nebraska State Bar Association, Military Law Section

Board Member
2012 –
Current
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Lincoln Independent Business Association

Board Member
2008 –
Current
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National Association of Veterans Advocates

2003 –
Current
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Articles & Publications
Nebraska Drug Stop Defense Book
The Next Battle
Sabrequill Press
December, 2016
The Technological Revival of the 4th Amendment
The Nebraska Lawyer
May, 2015
Websites & Blogs

Website
Berry Law
Website
PTSD Lawyers
Blog
PTSD Lawyers Blog
Blog
Berry Law Blog

Berry Law
Omaha Office
1414 Harney St
Suite 400
Omaha, NE 68102
US
Telephone: (402) 466-8444
Monday: 8 AM – 5 PM (Today)
Tuesday: 8 AM – 5 PM
Wednesday: 8 AM – 5 PM
Thursday: 8 AM – 5 PM
Friday: 8 AM – 5 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed

Berry Law
Lincoln Office
6940 O St.
Suite 400
Lincoln, NE 68510
US
Telephone: (402) 466-8444
Monday: 8 AM – 5 PM (Today)
Tuesday: 8 AM – 5 PM
Wednesday: 8 AM – 5 PM
Thursday: 8 AM – 5 PM
Friday: 8 AM – 5 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed

Berry Law
Papillion Office
312 Olson Dr
Suite 105
Papillion, NE 68046
US
Telephone: (402) 903-6444
Monday: Open 24 hours (Today)
Tuesday: Open 24 hours
Wednesday: Open 24 hours
Thursday: Open 24 hours
Friday: Open 24 hours
Saturday: Open 24 hours
Sunday: Open 24 hours
Notice: Berry Law provides legal representation in Nebraska, Iowa, and nationwide, focusing on personal injury, veterans disability, and criminal defense cases. As a company led by military veterans, Berry Law is here to guide you every step of the way.

Berry Law
Council Bluffs Office
215 S Main ST
STE 206
Council Bluffs, IA 51503
US
Telephone: (712) 217-2177
Notice: Virtual office location; please call to arrange an appointment with one of our attorneys.