Experienced Attorneys Protecting Families, Workers And Injury Victims
Worker's Compensation
Divorce and Family Law
Personal Injury
Protecting Your Rights. Securing Your Future.
At Walz Law Offices in Omaha, our lawyers are committed to providing compassionate and personalized legal support. Whether you are dealing with a serious work-related injury or sensitive family law concerns, our team is here to advocate for you in the legal process and guide you every step of the way.
Our workers’ compensation attorneys help individuals and families secure the benefits and medical care they need after workplace accidents. In divorce and family law matters, they protect our clients’ rights during custody disputes, property division and support arrangements. For personal injury cases, they hold negligent parties accountable and fight for fair compensation for victims’ medical bills, lost wages and pain.
Our lawyers’ guiding principle is “By The Greater Weight” – they will leave no stone unturned when building your case and fighting for the outcome you need.
See examples of our notable recoveries and court victories on behalf of our clients.
Your Trusted Legal Partners In Omaha And Throughout Nebraska
Real Lawyers For Real People
Our attorneys serve clients from all walks of life, including construction workers, meatpacking employees and other industrial workers throughout Omaha, Lincoln and Grand Island and across Nebraska. We are a firm that provides compassionate legal support to diverse communities, including Hispanic, Somali, Ethiopian and other African immigrant populations, and we have native Spanish speakers on staff as well as plans to offer French translation services.
Our lawyers help clients secure the benefits and medical care they deserve after workplace injuries. In high-value farm divorces, in which farmers have substantial assets, our attorneys will protect their rights during custody disputes and property divisions. They will also hold negligent parties accountable and fight for fair compensation.
Our founding attorney, James R. Walz, has extensive experience managing permanent disability claims and, as a disabled veteran himself, he fully understands the struggles involved. Attorney Heather Horst focuses on family law and probate matters, approaching each unique situation with deep compassion.
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Our Case Results
$550,000
Hand and Wrist Injury Leads to Complex Pain Syndrome and Total Disability
$335,000
Double Thumb Injury Leads to Permanent Disability
$115,000
Severe Multi-Body Injuries Including Genital Trauma
$87,000
Knee Injury Aggravation
$575,000
Shoulder and Back Injuries Result in Lifetime Total Disability
Our Skilled And Dedicated Nebraska Advocates
James R. Walz
Senior Partner
Raised on a Nebraska farm, James Walz blends an educational background in biological sciences and business coupled with military service, and a passion for justice. As a former Navy submariner, he brings discipline and dedication to his legal practice. Transitioning from real estate development to the practice of law, James now champions the rights of injured clients, working to ensure that their stories are heard and respected.
Heather Horst
Family Law Attorney
Heather Horst, an Omaha native, is known for her compassionate and pragmatic approach to law. After honing her skills at Duke University, she returned to her roots to advocate for personal injury and family law clients. Heather’s empathetic nature and commitment to understanding our clients’ needs make her a trusted ally in their legal journeys. Outside the office, she enjoys playing violin, gardening, and spending time with her family and pets.