
Ari Riekes, Employment Attorney in Omaha, Nebraska
Over 23 years of legal practice · focused on Employment, Insurance, and Litigation · 5.0/5 rating from 3 verified client reviews
ShareholderatGross Welch Marks Clare, PC, LLO
Omaha, NE
Practicing employment in Omaha since 2003.
- 23+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 3 client reviews
- 2
- Bar admissions
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Ari Riekes is a shareholder based in Omaha, NE. The practice focuses on Employment, Insurance, and Litigation. Ari has over 23 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Gross Welch Marks Clare, PC, LLO. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 3 client reviews.
- Based in
- Omaha, NE
- Experience
- over 23 years
- Known for
- Employment · Insurance · Litigation
- Handles Employment, Insurance, and Litigation matters from Omaha, NE.
- Over 23 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with Peer Reviewed.
About Ari Riekes: Ari Riekes is a shareholder based in Omaha, NE. The practice focuses on Employment, Insurance, and Litigation. Ari has over 23 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Gross Welch Marks Clare, PC, LLO. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 3 client reviews.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Ari takes on
Ari concentrates on employment, insurance, and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Ari handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Employment
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Litigation
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Employment cases in Omaha, Nebraska
Ari takes employment matters in Omaha, Nebraska. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Ari agrees to represent you.
Insurance cases in Omaha, Nebraska
Ari takes insurance matters in Omaha, Nebraska. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Ari agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Omaha, Nebraska
Ari takes litigation matters in Omaha, Nebraska. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Ari agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Ari Riekes — employment lawyer in Omaha
Ari Riekes is a shareholder based in Omaha, NE. The practice focuses on Employment, Insurance, and Litigation. Ari has over 23 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Gross Welch Marks Clare, PC, LLO. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 3 client reviews.
Ari Riekes is a civil litigation attorney who concentrates in employment litigation, personal injury, medical malpractice and contract disputes.
Ari defends companies against claims of discrimination and other matters as well as advocating for employees who have suffered hostile work environments and wrongful terminations. He also represents individuals who have been injured due to no fault of their own in matters involving personal injury and medical malpractice. Representing both plaintiffs and defendants allows Ari to have a unique perspective when litigating a dispute.
As a lawyer and trained mediator, Ari combines strong advocacy with the ability to find pragmatic and creative ways for solving problems for his clients. He provides sound, practical legal advice from the onset of a case, first by listening to his clients and understanding their goals and concerns and then by pursuing a strategy to achieve a positive outcome. Throughout the entire litigation process, Ari is well prepared and communicates with his clients on complex legal matters in a straightforward way.
Ari is an Omaha native and graduated from Burke High School and earned his J.D. from Chicago-Kent College of Law with honors.
Ari's approach to employment cases
Ari Riekes is a civil litigation attorney who concentrates in employment litigation, personal injury, medical malpractice and contract disputes. Ari defends companies against claims of discrimination and other matters as well as advocating for employees who have suffered hostile work environments and wrongful terminations. He also represents individuals who have been injured due to no fault of…
Clients Ari works with
Ari reviews new inquiries case-by-case for employment, insurance, and litigation matters in Omaha and the surrounding Nebraska area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Chicago-Kent College of Law
J.D. · 2003
University of Michigan
B.A. Political · 1994
Jurisdictions
Ari's state bar admissions
Nebraska United Stat
2005 · ACTIVE
Illinois
2003 · ACTIVE
Ari studied at J.D. in Chicago-Kent College of Law and B.A. Political in University of Michigan.
Law school and academic background
Ari completed J.D. in Chicago-Kent College of Law and B.A. Political in University of Michigan. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Ari runs in Nebraska is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Ari has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Peer Reviewed
Legal awards and honors
Peer Reviewed.
Affiliations
Ari's professional memberships and bar associations
Nebraska/National Employment Lawyers Association Nebraska Association of Trial Attorneys Omaha Bar Association
membership
Locations
Ari Riekes's office in Omaha
Ari's primary office is at 1500 Omaha Tower, 2120 S. 72nd Street, Omaha, NE, 68124. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Gross Welch Marks Clare, PC, LLO
1500 Omaha Tower, 2120 S. 72nd Street
Omaha, NE 68124
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Client reviews of Ari Riekes — 5.0/5 rating from 3 verified client reviews
Every review below is from a verified client of Ari. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing employment attorneys in Omaha.
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How to hire Ari Riekes — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new employment attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Ari usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Ari charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Ari's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Ari will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a employment attorney in Omaha, Nebraska
A short list to run through before you commit: How many employment matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Ari
Ari discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in employment practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every employment matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Ari confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Ari's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many employment practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Ari Riekes
How much does it cost to hire Ari for a employment case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Ari walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Ari offer a free consultation?
Ari charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Ari's office. Some employment attorneys offer free consults — check Ari's current terms during booking.
How long do employment cases in Nebraska typically take?
Simple employment matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Ari gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Ari take my case if I'm outside Omaha?
Ari is licensed in Nebraska. Matters governed by Nebraska law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Ari will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Ari?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Ari will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Ari accepting new employment clients right now?
Ari's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Employment attorneys serving Omaha, Lincoln and Kearney in Nebraska
Ari handles employment matters throughout Nebraska. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified employment attorneys in that community.
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