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Goosmann Law Firm Goosmann Law is a full service law firm with locations in Sioux City, Omaha & Sioux Falls. Licensed Call us today to put us to work for you!

At the Goosmann Law Firm we provide premier legal services with strategic legal advice. We don’t just respond to your legal needs, we anticipate them. Whether you’re a small company or a large corporation we provide our “big city” style with hometown service. At Goosmann Law Firm we understand the pace of business and there is never a legal issue too big to conquer. Our legal team brings a progressive, collaborative approach to the table. With our dedicated team of attorneys, who are licensed in IA, NE, SD, ND and CA. Goosmann Law has more than 100 years of combined legal experience with a rich history that fills our historic downtown Sioux City law firm location. You can also find us at our convenient Sioux Falls law firm and Omaha law firm locations.

An equal ownership structure can feel simple when business partners are on the same page.The real test comes when they a...
10/14/2026

An equal ownership structure can feel simple when business partners are on the same page.

The real test comes when they are not.

A major hire.
A new location.
Taking on debt.
Selling the company.
Bringing in another investor.

If owners have equal authority and no one is willing to move, an important business decision can quickly become a stalemate.

That is why business owners should think beyond ownership percentages and consider how decisions will actually be made.

Who has authority over day-to-day operations?
Which decisions require unanimous approval?
What happens when the owners reach a deadlock?

Those questions can feel unnecessary when the relationship is strong. But clear rules are often most valuable when circumstances change.

Good planning does not assume business partners will disagree. It gives them a path forward if they do.

A business owner may spend years building a company - and very little time contemplating the future and the impact if th...
10/13/2026

A business owner may spend years building a company - and very little time contemplating the future and the impact if they aren’t around for any reason, whether it be the desire to sell or a catastrophic injury.

That lack of planning and foresight can expose issues that may be sitting quietly in the background.

An outdated agreement.
Missing documentation.
An ownership question that was never formally resolved.
A key customer or vendor relationship operating on a handshake instead of a contract.
Lack of clarity on who else has access to bank accounts and payroll to ensure employees get paid on time.

None of those issues require correction today, but discovering them when problems arise or during an emergency can create delays, additional negotiations, or day-to-day operational disruption that could have been addressed much earlier.

Business continuity and readiness are not just for owners planning to sell tomorrow.

It is about keeping the business organized so that when an opportunity or issue arises, the company is prepared to respond.

The best workplaces are built around people - and the moments that bring them together.Our team recently had the joy of ...
10/11/2026

The best workplaces are built around people - and the moments that bring them together.

Our team recently had the joy of celebrating Chris and his wife as they prepare to welcome a new addition to their family.

It was an afternoon filled with good food, laughter, and plenty of excitement for the parents-to-be. More importantly, it was one of those moments that reminds us how fortunate we are to work alongside people we genuinely enjoy, support, and celebrate.

At Goosmann Law Firm, we take great pride in the work we do and the results we deliver for our clients. But what makes this an exceptional place to build a career is the people beside us - the relationships we build, the milestones we celebrate, and the sense of connection we share.

Chris & Nichole , we’re so excited for you and your growing family. Congratulations from all of us at Goosmann Law!

Great culture begins with great people.Our Litigation Team recently stepped away from the office and onto the bowling la...
10/09/2026

Great culture begins with great people.

Our Litigation Team recently stepped away from the office and onto the bowling lanes for an afternoon of friendly competition, great food, and even better company.

At Goosmann Law Firm, we believe strong teams are built through connection. Taking time to enjoy one another, celebrate our people, and strengthen relationships is an important part of the culture we’re proud to have built.

We work hard for our clients, we value excellence, and we make time to enjoy the people beside us along the way.
Because at the heart of a great firm - and a great culture - are great people.

A business can change significantly while its ownership agreements stay exactly the same.That can create problems over t...
10/08/2026

A business can change significantly while its ownership agreements stay exactly the same.

That can create problems over time.

- The company has added owners.
- Responsibilities have shifted.
- The business is worth significantly more than it was when the documents were signed.
- The owners now have different ideas about what the next five years should look like.

Those changes can affect how decisions are made, how ownership interests are transferred, and what happens when owners disagree.

For growing businesses, reviewing ownership agreements can help determine whether the documents still reflect how the company actually operates today.

As the business evolves, the agreements behind it may need to evolve too.

The best time to prepare your business for a deal isn’t after an opportunity lands on your desk.It starts much earlier.-...
10/07/2026

The best time to prepare your business for a deal isn’t after an opportunity lands on your desk.

It starts much earlier.

- Ownership records are outdated.
- Important contracts are difficult to locate.
- An employment matter hasn’t been resolved.
- A key agreement contains terms that could complicate a transaction.

Issues that seem small during normal business operations can receive much more attention once due diligence begins.

For CEOs and business owners, deal readiness means identifying issues while there is still time to understand and address them.

You may not know when the next opportunity will come, but you can be prepared for when it does.

10/07/2026

Good leaders don’t necessarily have all of the information before making a decision.

A business decision may involve financial uncertainty, legal risk, people considerations, and timing pressures all at once. Waiting until every unknown disappears isn’t always realistic.

That’s where having the right advisors can make a difference.

For business leaders, good counsel isn’t simply about determining whether something is legally possible. It’s about understanding the risks, knowing the available options, and having enough clarity to make an informed decision.

Please join us in welcoming Ben Brush to Goosmann Law Firm as our new Law Clerk in our Omaha office.Ben is currently pur...
10/05/2026

Please join us in welcoming Ben Brush to Goosmann Law Firm as our new Law Clerk in our Omaha office.

Ben is currently pursuing his Juris Doctor at Creighton University School of Law and joins our team with valuable professional experience and a strong foundation as he continues his legal education.

We’re excited to welcome Ben to Goosmann Law Firm and look forward to having him as part of our team. Welcome, Ben!

Strong firm culture isn’t created by one event or one initiative.It’s built in the everyday moments.A team member steps ...
10/02/2026

Strong firm culture isn’t created by one event or one initiative.

It’s built in the everyday moments.

A team member steps in when someone needs support. People share their knowledge instead of keeping it to themselves. Wins are celebrated together. Challenges are approached with collaboration, accountability, and a willingness to find a solution.

At Goosmann Law Firm, our core values help shape those moments and the way we work together. They influence how we serve our clients, how we support one another, and how we continue raising the bar for our firm.

Culture is about showing up every day, and we’re proud of the people who make our culture more than just words on a page.

Business relationships may run smoothly for years before anyone needs to take a closer look at the contract.Usually, som...
10/01/2026

Business relationships may run smoothly for years before anyone needs to take a closer look at the contract.

Usually, something has changed.
A customer falls behind on payments.
A vendor can no longer meet agreed-upon deadlines.
Costs change and the parties disagree about who is responsible.

One side wants to end the relationship, but the contract may limit when or how they can do so.

When situations like these arise, the terms of the agreement can quickly become important.

Clear payment terms, performance expectations, termination rights, and remedies can help business leaders understand their options when a relationship stops going according to plan.

Understanding what your contract says before a disagreement escalates can give you more clarity about what to do next.

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17838 Burke Street, Suite 250
Omaha, NE
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