McGill Law, PC, LLO

06/03/2026

Born in Red Cloud, Nebraska, Willa Cather became one of the most influential American writers of the twentieth century and remains an important figure in LGBTQ+ literary history.

Her writing explored identity, longing, belonging, love, and the emotional landscape of the Great Plains with honesty and tenderness that still resonate today.

At its core, family law is about people, relationships, identity, and the deeply human need to live authentically and feel understood.

This Pride Month, we are reflecting on Nebraska voices and histories that helped shape conversations around identity, connection, and belonging.

Learn more about our LGBTQ+ family law services:
https://mcgilllawyers.com/lgbtq-lawyer-nebraska-iowa

06/02/2026

Happy Pride Month from McGill Law!

Pride Month is a celebration of visibility, authenticity, community, and the right to live openly and fully as yourself.

LGBTQ+ family law is an important part of our practice and one of the ways our firm is uniquely positioned within Nebraska and Iowa family law. Our team regularly works with LGBTQ+ individuals, couples, parents, and families in matters involving divorce, custody, parenting, adoption, estate planning, name changes, and other family law needs, with an understanding that these experiences can involve additional legal, personal, and emotional considerations.

The work we do is rooted in the belief that people deserve to feel respected, protected, and supported within the legal system exactly as they are. We believe families deserve to be recognized. We believe identity matters. We believe compassionate advocacy and inclusive spaces matter too.

We are also grateful for the advocates, healthcare providers, educators, artists, nonprofits, and community organizations helping create connection, safety, visibility, and belonging throughout our local communities every day.

This month and throughout the year, we are proud to support and celebrate LGBTQ+ individuals, families, and communities.

We are grateful for organizations including OutNebraska, Heartland Pride, Star City Pride Events, Omaha ForUs, PFLAG Omaha and Pride Health Clinic which continue to create support, advocacy, healthcare access, education, and community locally.

Learn more about LGBTQ+ family law services and resources on our website here: https://mcgilllawyers.com/lgbtq-lawyer-nebraska-iowa

If there are additional organizations, support groups, healthcare providers, or community resources you believe deserve recognition or may help others feel supported and connected, we invite you to share them in the comments as well.

05/29/2026

Somewhere inside every woman is the little girl she once was.

Over the past few weeks, we’ve been sharing childhood photos of the women behind McGill Law and the people they would grow up to become.

Meet Bri Cotton, Associate Attorney at McGill Law in Omaha. Before she dedicated herself to fighting for people and their futures, she was just a baby surrounded by the people helping shape her strength.

Today, Bri brings fierce advocacy, intelligence, compassion, and conviction to her work with families across Nebraska. We’re proud to have her as part of McGill Law and grateful for the perspective and voice she brings to our team every day.

Learn more about Bri here: https://mcgilllawyers.com/bri-cotton

05/29/2026

McGill Law is thrilled to support BLUEBARN Theatre Theatre’s SIP + SING + SHOW + SUPPORT fundraiser on June 14 celebrating the closing of their 37th season and the final performance of A Chorus Line!

As a firm that believes deeply in inclusion, connection, and supporting people as their full authentic selves, it feels especially meaningful to celebrate a production that has long been embraced within LGBTQ+ and theater communities during Pride Month.

The afternoon begins with an A Chorus Line themed brunch and sing along at Sips On 10th featuring Broadway favorites, raffle prizes, and celebration in support of BLUEBARN Theatre Artists before heading next door for the closing matinee performance at BLUEBARN Theatre.

We are SO EXCITED to attend! Join us!

Learn more or purchase tickets at BLUEBARN.ORG or through the link below.

https://bluebarn.org/fundraiser/

You’ve got ONE final chance to secure your seat to A Chorus Line at BLUEBARN! Join us on Sunday, June 14 for SIP + SING + SHOW + SUPPORT!, a Singularly Sensational BLUEBARN Fundraiser. Celebrate the finale of BLUEBARN’s 37th Season with A Chorus Line themed Sing-A-Long Brunch Buffet at Sips on 10th, followed by the closing matinee performance of the iconic musical at BLUEBARN. Enjoy raffle prizes, spectacular surprises, and plenty of Broadway spirit, all in support of BLUEBARN Artists. For full details and tickets, visit bluebarn.org/fundraiser.

Singular Sensational Sponsor: McGill Law, PC, LLO
In-Kind Sponsors: Sips On 10th, Dusk Goods & Gifts, Fizzy's Fountain & Liquors, Nite Owl, The Farnam, Autograph Collection

Pictured: Kiley Meleán

05/28/2026

Summer can bring more time with your children, more flexibility, and more opportunities to make memories, but for co-parents, it can also bring scheduling stress, communication challenges, and unexpected conflict if plans are unclear.

In her latest blog, Theresa Loughran shares practical tips for navigating summer parenting schedules, vacations, travel, communication, expenses, and co-parenting transitions in a way that helps create more stability for children and less stress for everyone involved.

Whether you are planning camps, coordinating vacations, adjusting parenting time, or simply trying to make summer feel smoother between households, planning ahead can make a meaningful difference.

Summer schedules do not have to feel overwhelming. A little planning now can help create more consistency, reduce conflict, and make the season feel easier for both parents and children.

If you have questions about parenting time, summer schedules, custody modifications, mediation, or co-parenting agreements in Nebraska or Iowa, our team is here to help.

Learn more or contact us at: 402-548-5418

Read the full article here:
https://mcgilllawyers.com/mcgill-law-blog/summer-co-parenting-tips

Summer schedules, vacations, camps, and childcare can create new challenges for co-parents. Learn practical tips for planning ahead, reducing conflict, and creating more consistency for children during summer break.

05/27/2026

McGill Law is hiring in Lincoln!

We are seeking a Business Development Attorney who is energized by growth, relationship-building, community engagement, and client connection.

This is a unique opportunity for an attorney who wants to help shape momentum in the Lincoln market while working with a collaborative family law team focused on compassionate client service.

To apply, please send your resume, cover letter, and a few sentences about why this opportunity speaks to you to [email protected].

Learn more: https://mcgilllawyers.com/lincoln-nebraska-business-development-attorney

McGill Law is hiring a Business Development Attorney in Lincoln, Nebraska. Explore a unique family law career focused on growth, networking, strategy, and client connection.

05/26/2026

Somewhere inside every woman is the little girl she once was.

This May, in honor of Mother’s Day, we’re sharing childhood photos of the women behind McGill Law and the people they would grow up to become.

Meet Emily Dawkins, Associate Attorney at McGill Law and one of the newest members of our Omaha team. Before she became known for compassion and advocacy, she was a bright-eyed baby learning what it means to be supported.

Today, Emily brings empathy, resilience, and thoughtful advocacy to families navigating divorce, custody, domestic violence matters, and other deeply personal legal issues. We’re proud to have her as part of McGill Law and grateful for everything she already brings to our team.

Learn more about Emily here: https://mcgilllawyers.com/emily-c-dawkins

05/22/2026

Graduation season brings a lot of transitions for families.

College plans. New jobs. More independence. Big emotions. New routines.

One thing many Nebraska parents are surprised to learn is that legal adulthood here does not fully begin until age 19, not 18. That can affect parenting plans, custody orders, and child support in ways families do not always expect.

Lincoln Associate Attorney Amber Schlote wrote about what families should know as children move into adulthood and what this transition can look like legally and practically.

Read more:
https://mcgilllawyers.com/mcgill-law-blog/child-turns-19-nebraska

Here for you in Omaha | Lincoln | NE & IA | 402-548-5418

In Nebraska, custody orders and child support often continue until a child turns 19, not 18. Learn what families should know during graduation season and major life transitions.

05/21/2026

We’re growing in Lincoln and our McGill Law, PC, LLO - Lincoln, Nebraska office is looking for an attorney who wants to build relationships, make an impact, and be part of a firm that does law differently.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys connecting with people, being active in the community, and helping guide clients through some of the most important moments of their lives. Business development experience is a plus, but personality, initiative, and the ability to build trust matter just as much.

If you know someone who may be a good fit, or if this sounds like the kind of opportunity you’ve been looking for, we’d love to connect.

View the position and apply here: https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/4029642530/

05/20/2026

Honored to celebrate Jodie McGill, Founder & Managing Partner, and Taylor Matthias, Supervising Attorney at McGill Law, PC, LLO - Lincoln, Nebraska, on their 2026 Super Lawyers and Rising Stars selections.

Super Lawyers recognizes attorneys who have attained a high degree of peer recognition and professional achievement through a patented, multiphase selection process. Each year, no more than 5% of attorneys are selected to the Super Lawyers list.

We’re proud to see their work, leadership, and commitment to clients recognized in this way.

Learn more about Jodie and Taylor and the compassionate legal work they do through their attorney profile links below.

https://mcgilllawyers.com/jodie-mcgill

https://mcgilllawyers.com/taylor-matthias