Julie Fowler

Nominated one of "10 Best" Attorneys for Nebraska by the American Institute of Family Law Attorneys in 2015. Winner of Michael W. Amdor Memorial Excellence in Legal Research Award.

Nebraska

Since 2007

Attorney

Law Office of Julie Fowler, PC, LLO

Current

Creighton University School of Law

J.D.

Michael W. Amdor Memorial Excellence in Legal Research Award

Fourth Judicial District, Douglas County, Nebraska

2009

Nebraska Bar Association  # 23649

Attorney

2007 - Current

Q. How can I establish grandparents' rights to see my granddaughter in Nebraska?

March 8, 2025

A: Nebraska is one of the states that allows you to file a grandparent visitation action. One of the main statutes is Nebraska Revised Statute 43-1802.

https://nebraskalegislature.gov/laws/statutes.php?statute=43-1802

It isn't clear from the information in your question if you situation meets the statutory requirements. The burden is on the grandparent to make their case by "clear and convincing" evidence, which is one of the highest civil legal standards to meet. When a grandparent has had a continuous and beneficial relationship with the child, the toughest factor otherwise is often whether the grandparent visitation will interfere with the parent-child relationship. If you and the other parent have had a tumultuous relationship, then sometimes the Court will not order the grandparent visitation time over the parent's objection. When grandparent visitation is granted, it may for far less than what the grandparent requested. For example, a visit once per month is not uncommon.

You stated that the child also lived with you part-time recently. Depending on your situation, an in loco parentis action might be another option for you. ... Read More

Q. How to correct inaccuracies in child support for appeal in Nebraska?

March 8, 2025

A: Especially if your case when to trial, there are other methods to challenge the order besides the appeal. One of the most common is a motion for new trial. A motion for new trial goes back to the same judge that made the ruling but also gives that judge a chance to take a look at the order again and authority to change parts of the order. If gives you a chance to have a hearing and request the changes. If the judge agrees with you, the judge very well may make changes, which would then hopefully make your appeal unnecessary. Generally the motion for new trial must be filed within 10 days of the order being entered. If you do file a motion for new trial, and if done correctly, it also extends the start of your 30 days to file an appeal, giving you more time to prepare your appeal. A motion for a new trial is heck of lot cheaper and faster than filing an appeal. It might be something to look into if you are still within the time. Further, since the motion for new trial is generally just one motion and hearing, you may be able to find an attorney that would be able to assist you with this on a limited scope basis for a much cheaper fee than for assisting with an appeal. ... Read More

Q. Benefits of transferring rental property to LLC for tax purposes

February 17, 2025

A: Have you tried reaching out to the Nebraska Business Development Center through the University of Nebraska? You can request a free consultation to learn more about business planning and development:

https://www.unomaha.edu/nebraska-business-development-center/business-start-and-growth/plan-develoment.php

You will likely want the help of both an attorney to form the business and a CPA to help guide you more specifically regarding tax strategies.