About

Rick’s commitment to precision is unwavering. He has served his clients diligently with the same detailed approach for over 40 years. He has faithfully served his clients, employing a meticulous approach that sets him apart. His dedication extends beyond his legal practice. Rick has actively contributed to various community service organizations, holding positions on multiple boards and representing them at both state and national levels. His professional and personal triumphs, coupled with his steadfast dedication to serving clients and engaging with the communities of Scottsbluff, Gering, and the broader Panhandle region, exemplify his unwavering commitment to the highest standards of professionalism and client advocacy.

Bar Admissions

• Nebraska
• U.S. District Court of Nebraska

Organizations

• Scotts Bluff County Bar Association (President 1998-1999)
• Nebraska State Bar Association, 1977 – Present
• Nebraska Supreme Court Advisory Committee, 2002 – 2008 (Chair 2008)
• Nebraska Society of Certified Public Accountants
• Western Nebraska Community College Board of Governors, 1997 – 2006
• Scotts Bluff Kiwanis Club, (President 1986-1987)
• Gering Boy Scout Troop 3 (Scoutmaster 1992-1995)
• District Roundtable Commissioner (1994-1999)
• Gering Organized Baseball Board (Secretary 2000-2007)
• Gering Legion Baseball (Chair 2002-2007)
• Scottsbluff-Gering United Way (Campaign Co-Chair 1982)

Honors & Awards

• Boy Scouts: District Scoutmaster of the Year, 1994
• Boy Scouts: District Award of Merit, 1995
• Boy Scouts: Silver Beaver Award, 1999

Noteworthy Cases

• Clemens Mobile Homes v Anderson, 206 Neb 58, 291 NW2d (1980)
• Anderson v Clemens Mobile Homes, 214 Neb 283, 333 NW2d 900 (1983)
• Hardt v Short-Line Irrigation District, 241 Neb 612, 335 NW2d 292 (1983)