
John P. Passarelli, Business Attorney in Omaha, Nebraska
Over 47 years of legal practice · focused on Business, Class Action, and Copyright · 5.0/5 rating from 2 verified client reviews
PartneratKutak Rock LLP
Omaha, NE
Practicing business in Omaha since 1979.
- 47+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 2 client reviews
- 1
- Bar admission
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John P. Passarelli is a partner based in Omaha, NE. The practice focuses on Business, Class Action, and Copyright. John has over 47 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Kutak Rock LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 2 client reviews.
- Based in
- Omaha, NE
- Experience
- over 47 years
- Known for
- Business · Class Action · Copyright
- Handles Business, Class Action, and Copyright matters from Omaha, NE.
- Over 47 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About John P. Passarelli: John P. Passarelli is a partner based in Omaha, NE. The practice focuses on Business, Class Action, and Copyright. John has over 47 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Kutak Rock LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 2 client reviews.
Areas of practice
John's practice areas in Omaha
John concentrates on business, class action, copyright, general, and health care. Each area below outlines the kind of case John handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
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Business cases in Omaha, Nebraska
John takes business 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 John agrees to represent you.
Class Action cases in Omaha, Nebraska
John takes class action 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 John agrees to represent you.
Copyright cases in Omaha, Nebraska
John takes copyright 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 John agrees to represent you.
General cases in Omaha, Nebraska
John takes general 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 John agrees to represent you.
Health Care cases in Omaha, Nebraska
John takes health care 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 John agrees to represent you.
Biography
John P. Passarelli, business attorney serving Omaha
John P. Passarelli is a partner based in Omaha, NE. The practice focuses on Business, Class Action, and Copyright. John has over 47 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Kutak Rock LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 2 client reviews. John works from Omaha, Nebraska and takes on business matters across the region.
John P. Passarelli is a lawyer practicing antitrust, antitrust -- health care, banking intellectual property issues and 23 other areas of law. John received a B.S.B.A. degree from Creighton University in 1977, and has been licensed for 47 years. John practices at Kutak Rock LLP in Omaha, NE.
John's approach to business cases
John P. Passarelli is a lawyer practicing antitrust, antitrust -- health care, banking intellectual property issues and 23 other areas of law. John received a B.S.B.A. degree from Creighton University in 1977, and has been licensed for 47 years. John practices at Kutak Rock LLP in Omaha, NE.
Clients John works with
John reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, class action, and copyright matters in Omaha and the surrounding Nebraska area.
Credentials
Credentials — where John studied and practices
Creighton University School of Law
J.D. · 1979
Creighton University
B.S.B.A. · 1977
Jurisdictions
John's state bar admissions
Nebraska U.S. Distri
1979 · ACTIVE
John studied at J.D. in Creighton University School of Law and B.S.B.A. in Creighton University.
Law school and academic background
John completed J.D. in Creighton University School of Law and B.S.B.A. in Creighton University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice John runs in Nebraska is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
John's legal honors and published work
John has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Affiliations
John's professional memberships and bar associations
Memberships and Affiliations American, Nebraska and Omaha Bar Associations International Trademark Association International Association of Defense Counsel Nebraska State Bar Foundation Fellow: of the Litigation Counsel of America
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The Litigation Counsel of America is a trial lawyer honorary society established to reflect the new face of the American Bar
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Membership is very limited, representing less than one-half of one percent of American lawyers and is by invitation only
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Membership includes placement of a maximum of 3,500 Fellows who are selected and invited into fellowship after being evaluated on effectiveness and accomplishment in commercial litigation, along with ethical reputation
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Passarelli is a member of the Advisory Board of Litigation Counsel of America
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Passarelli has lectured, published articles and has acted as an expert in the fields of antitrust, intellectual property and commercial litigation
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News May 23, 2014 Kutak Rock Recognized by Chambers USA Kutak Rock is pleased to announce its Arkansas, Kansas and Nebraska offices and attorneys are honored in the 2014 Chambers USA guide to the best law firms and lawyers
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August 28, 2013 Eight Named to Best Lawyer Lawyer of the Year List Eight Kutak Rock attorneys have been named Lawyer of the Year in their respective regions and practice areas in the newly released Best Lawyers 2014
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August 15, 2013 Record Number of Kutak Rock Attorneys Named Best Lawyers Forty-seven Kutak Rock attorneys reprenting 10 of the firm's 16 offices have been listed in The Best Lawyers in America 2014
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September 7, 2012 Best Lawyers Increase by 50% to 45 attorneys Forty-five Kutak Rock lawyers were recently selected by their peers for inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America 2013
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July 31, 2012 Benchmark Litigation Recognizes Seven Attorneys Kutak Rock and seven of our attorneys are recognized in the latest edition of Benchmark Litigation
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November 17, 2011 Benchmark Litigation Recognizes Seven Omaha Attorneys Seven attorneys in Kutak Rock LLP's Omaha office are named in the latest annual edition of Benchmark Litigation , a guide to America's leading firms and attorneys
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October 4, 2011 Six Named Lawyer Of The Year Best Lawyers, one of the oldest and most respected peer-review publications in the legal profession, has named six Kutak Rock attorneys as Lawyers of the Year for 2012
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August 30, 2011 29 Kutak Rock Attorneys Are 'Best Lawyers' Twenty-nine Kutak Rock lawyers have been selected by their peers for inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America 2012
Copyright 2011 by Woodward/White, Inc., of Aiken, S.C. · membership
March 22, 2011 Super Lawyers Names Kutak Rock Midwest Attorneys November 10, 2010 Kutak Rock Attorneys Picked As Best Lawyers Events April 5, 2012 Intellectual Property CLE April 8, 2011 Intellectual Property CLE Other Other Distinctions &bull
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American College of Trial Lawyers •AV rating by Martindale Hubbell • The Best Lawyers in America • Chambers U.S.A: America's Leading Lawyers for Business . • Midwest Super Lawyers •Recognized as one of Nebraska's top commercial trial lawyers by Benchmark
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International Trademark Association
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International Association of Defense Counsel
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Nebraska State Bar Foundation
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Locations
John P. Passarelli's office in Omaha
John's primary office is at The Omaha Building, 1650 Farnam Street, Omaha, NE, 68102-2186. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Kutak Rock LLP
The Omaha Building, 1650 Farnam Street
Omaha, NE 68102-2186
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Client reviews of John P. Passarelli — 5.0/5 rating from 2 verified client reviews
Every review below is from a verified client of John. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing business attorneys in Omaha.
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How to hire John P. Passarelli — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with John usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
John charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain John'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; John will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a business attorney in Omaha, Nebraska
A short list to run through before you commit: How many business 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 John
John discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in business practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every business 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. John confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
John's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many business practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about John P. Passarelli
How much does it cost to hire John for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. John walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does John offer a free consultation?
John charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain John's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check John's current terms during booking.
How long do business cases in Nebraska typically take?
Simple business 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. John gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can John take my case if I'm outside Omaha?
John 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 — John 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 John?
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. John will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is John accepting new business clients right now?
John's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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