James L. Beckmann | Attorney

James L. Beckmann

James L. Beckmann

Boys Town

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About James

James was born in Bellevue, Nebraska on July 9, 1975. He graduated from Nebraska Wesleyan University with a B.A. in Education and English. At NWU, James was a three time All-Conference Player as well as an Honorable Mention All-American for the Men's Soccer Team. He graduated from the University of Nebraska Law School in May 2003. During law school he was a member of the Nebraska Law Review, Student President of NATA/ATLA, published a case note, and received a CALI Excellence Award for Construction Law.

James has been in practice since 2003. James has managed cases involving a wide spectrum of complex issues. He has tried cases in front of judges and juries, argued before the Eighth Circuit Court of Appeals, and practiced in front of federal courts in several jurisdictions. In addition to his practice in Nebraska, James maintains active status as a licensed attorney in California, so he can serve his clients without the cost of hiring local counsel. James is also a member of several local, state and nationwide organizations.  Just retired...After 8 years as the winningest coach in NWU history.

James and his wife, Dr. Rita Lester, live in downtown Lincoln with their son Joaquin and dog Ellie

Admission

Verified Nebraska

2023

Verified California

2003

Education

University of Nebraska—Lincoln College of Law