John S. Berry Jr. | Lincoln Criminal Defense Lawyer

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Please describe a case(s) in the last year or two where you made a big difference.
In the last year I have had multiple clients stopped on interstate 80 and charged with possession with intent to distribute marijuana, cocaine, or methamphetamine. The cases that I won helped my immediate clients avoid felony convictions and prison time, but more importantly I was able to protect the 4th Amendment rights of American Citizens by holding the government and law enforcement officials accountable. I was honored to support and defend the U.S. Constitution as an Army officer. As a lawyer, I get to support and defend the constitutional rights of individual clients.

How did you build a successful practice?
My father built this practice in 1965. His local and national reputation as an outstanding trial lawyer and as a tireless advocate for veterans was the foundation for our practice.

What should clients look for in a lawyer?
The best lawyers are intelligent, experienced, energetic and passionate about what they do.

How important is local knowledge to the success of your cases?
In Nebraska local knowledge can be extremely important in the outcome of a case.

What information can you provide in a free phone consultation?
We inform clients of their rights and listen to their story and provide pertinent legal information.

What information do you need in a free phone consultation?
The nature of the allegation, the county where the alleged crime took place, when it took place and what has happened since.

What differentiates you from other lawyers in your community?
Our experience and our team mentality. We have multiple criminal defense attorneys and our criminal defense lawyers have over 85 years of combined experience. We often work with other lawyers in our firm to prepare for trial.

What is the most rewarding aspect of your job?
Saving my clients’ lives.

What are your other interests in addition to law?
Alpine skiing.

Are you involved in your community?
I am currently on 3 boards of directors and am a Lieutenant Colonel in the Nebraska National Guard.

• Nebraska Criminal Defense Attorney's Association, President 2014-15
  Lincoln Independent Business Association, Board Member, 2008 – Present
  Nebraska State Bar Association Military Law Section, Board Member 2012-Present
  National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers – Life Member
  National Organization of Veterans Advocates
  Nebraska Association of Trial Attorneys
  Inns of Court, 2004-2010

• Martindale-Hubbell AV Preeminent Rating
  The National Trial Lawyers: Top 100 Trial Lawyers
  National Trial Lawyers Top 40 under 40
  Top 50 DUI Lawyer
  Army Meritorious Service Medal
  Army Commendation Medal (3)
  Army Achievement Medal (3)
  Ranger Tab
  Parachutist Badge
  Lieutenant Colonel, Nebraska Army National Guard
  Lincoln Independent Business Association: Outstanding Young Professional Award 2013

• The Following is only a sample of our prior cases. First Degree Sexual Assault Not Guilty/Dismissed Grand Island, Hall County First Degree Sexual Assault Not Guilty/Dismissed Lincoln, Lancaster County Third Degree Sexual Assault Not Guilty/Dismissed Papillion, Sarpy County Strangulation Not Guilty/Dismissed Lincoln, Lancaster County First Degree Assault and Use of a Deadly Weapon Not Guilty/Dismissed Lincoln, Lancaster County Felony Assault on an Officer Not Guilty/Dismissed Lincoln, Lancaster County

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