Kersten Higgins, Government Attorney in Lincoln, Nebraska

Kersten concentrates on government, health care, and insurance. Each area below outlines the kind of case Kersten handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

• Government

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Kersten's primary office is at Lincoln, NE. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Working with a new government attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Kersten usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Kersten discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in government practice — ask which fits.

• How much does it cost to hire Kersten for a government case?

  Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Kersten walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

• Does Kersten offer a free consultation?

  Kersten charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Kersten's office. Some government attorneys offer free consults — check Kersten's current terms during booking.

• How long do government cases in Nebraska typically take?

  Simple government 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. Kersten gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

• Can Kersten take my case if I'm outside Lincoln?

  Kersten 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 — Kersten 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 Kersten?

  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. Kersten will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

• Is Kersten accepting new government clients right now?

  Kersten's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.