McKenney Law Office, PC, LLO

Call Directions Website Contact the practice

McKenney Law Office, PC, LLO Practice areas include: Estate and Business Planning. I can meet with clients in the Lincoln area in person.

My practice areas include assisting individuals and families with comprehensive estate planning, guiding personal representatives through estate administration, and providing small businesses with essential services such as business formation and contract drafting. I assist clients across Nebraska through both telephone and virtual appointments, making my services accessible statewide. My commitment to my clients ensures that their legal needs are met efficiently and effectively.

Happy Estate Planning Awareness Week.What is an estate plan? It is a group of legal documents which dictate how you and...
10/19/2026

Happy Estate Planning Awareness Week.

What is an estate plan? It is a group of legal documents which dictate how you and your assets are handled in the event of incapacity or death. These documents can include a will, powers of attorney, healthcare directives, and trusts.

An estate plan can help:
—Protect your family from unintended consequences;
—Ensure that your assets are distributed per your wishes;
—Alleviate undue stress on your family and heirs;
—Reduce unnecessary legal and administrative expenses;
—Preserve your legacy.

Questions? Reach out to Nichole McKenney at McKenney Law Office.
402-525-9935
[email protected]
www.mckenneylawoffice.com

Properly funding a trust:Creating a trust to handle your assets when you pass can help eliminate the probate process in ...
09/25/2026

Properly funding a trust:

Creating a trust to handle your assets when you pass can help eliminate the probate process in Nebraska and simplify the transition of assets to your beneficiaries. BUT, only if it is properly funded. A trust created with nothing in it, and nothing flowing into it outside of probate doesn’t do its job. A trust created and then a house left out and included in the count of estate assets will still trigger a probate in Nebraska if estate assets are over $100,000. Which, let’s be honest, is going to encompass probably 95% of homes in the current market.

When setting up a trust, it is important not only that your attorney know what assets you have to fund the trust, but that you, as the client, understand how those assets get into the trust. Whether that be through deeding the house into the trust, or adding the trust as a POD beneficiary on a bank/retirement account. Without proper transfers and planning, the cost of creating a trust is completely wasted.

Questions? Reach out to McKenney Law Office.

mckenneylawoffice.com
[email protected]
402-525-9935

Probate administration is the process of “probating an estate” through the court system. It involves filing a court case...
09/10/2026

Probate administration is the process of “probating an estate” through the court system. It involves filing a court case, getting a personal representative officially appointed by the court, giving notice to creditors, collecting assets, paying bills/expenses, and finally, distributing what is left of the assets to the beneficiaries.

There are a lot of moving parts when it comes to handling a probate case. The good news is that the personal representative does not have to do it alone. They can hire an attorney to help them handle the legal filings and guide them. McKenney Law Office is ready to assist with probate administration cases in Nebraska and support the personal representative through the process.

Give the office a call or email today to find out more.
402-525-9935
[email protected]

In Nebraska, Limited Liability Companies (LLCs) have to complete biennial reports with the Secretary of State’s office i...
08/27/2026

In Nebraska, Limited Liability Companies (LLCs) have to complete biennial reports with the Secretary of State’s office in every odd numbered year. These reports are due on April 1 of those years and considered delinquent on June 16. Once delinquent, the Secretary of State will administratively dissolve the company. This action can be reversed by filing reinstatement paperwork.

While an LLC is administratively dissolved, it leaves its members open to personal liability. Since one of the main reasons to form an LLC is to limit personal liability, it is important to stay up to date on filing requirements. The best way to do this is to:

1. Make sure that the registered agent’s information and mailing address is current with the Secretary of State. The Secretary of State should mail out reminder cards when the report is due;

2. Calendar the reporting deadline in the business’s calendar so that it serves as a reminder on April 1 of all odd numbered years.

The basic parts of a will are:1. Who you are, what county and state you live in, who you are married to, and who are you...
08/20/2026

The basic parts of a will are:

1. Who you are, what county and state you live in, who you are married to, and who are your children.

2. Who is in charge of collecting your assets, paying your debts, and distributing property.

3. Who are your beneficiaries and how do you want your assets divided between them.

4. If you have minor children, who will take care of them if the other parent also passes.

This is the barebones information all wills should contain. Some may be more complicated and detailed depending on individual circumstances and situations.

If you are ready to talk about what is right for you and your family, contact McKenney Law Office.

402-525-9935
[email protected]

August is national “Make-a-Will” month. According to Gallop, only 46% of Americans have a will. This is a great time t...
08/05/2026

August is national “Make-a-Will” month. According to Gallop, only 46% of Americans have a will. This is a great time to remind you of the importance of having one in place.

Having a will allows you, not state laws, to appoint a personal representative to take care of your estate after you pass. It also allows you to set who receives your assets (beneficiaries), who takes care of your minor children (guardian), and potentially who is in charge of handling your minor children’s money (trustee of a testamentary trust).

Getting estate planning documents in place can feel overwhelming, but it can be even more overwhelming for your loved ones to deal with your affairs when no planning was done.

McKenney Law Office can help walk you through the process and answer any questions before you begin. Since our estate planning is done on a flat fee basis, you know how much everything will cost before signing a fee agreement.

Please feel free to call (402-525-9935) or email ([email protected]) to get information about getting a will and/or other estate planning documents in place.

It is a good idea for everyone age 19+ to have both a Financial POA and a Healthcare POA signed and in effect.In Nebrask...
07/30/2026

It is a good idea for everyone age 19+ to have both a Financial POA and a Healthcare POA signed and in effect.

In Nebraska, you legally become an adult at age 19. (Those 18 and over can enter into legal contracts and be in charge of certain mental health services. An 18 year old can sign a Financial POA (Power of Attorney) in Nebraska, but not a Healthcare POA.)

For parents this means that medical offices and financial institutions no longer have to allow access to the child’s information and accounts after they reach age 19. Even if that child is still on your health insurance, their medical records, etc are not yours and are protected by HIPAA laws.

So what happens if your 19 year old becomes unable to make their own decisions because of an accident, etc? A court order would be necessary to appoint you or someone else as the one authorized to act in their place.

By having POAs in place from age 19 forward, it protects the young adult in the event that something happens in the future.

What happens when the sole spouse on the house deed passes away? In Nebraska when there is more than $100,000 in estate ...
07/24/2026

What happens when the sole spouse on the house deed passes away? In Nebraska when there is more than $100,000 in estate assets, it triggers the requirement for a probate case with the court.

Example : John Smith buys a house and then a couple years later marries Jane Smith. John and Jane combine all of their financials. They have joint bank accounts, are listed as beneficiaries on each other’s retirement accounts and life insurance accounts. They own all newly acquired vehicles jointly and even purchase a vacation cabin on a small lake together and are listed as joint tenants with rights of survivorship on that property. They also sign wills that leave all assets to each other (maybe without consulting an attorney). What they fail to do is change the deed on the original house which is still listed only in John’s name. That house has grown in value and is now worth $450,000, mortgage free.

John passes away. Under Nebraska law, Jane will have to file a probate case to transfer ownership of the house into her name. This will involve court filing fees, notice publication, and attorney fees. All of this could have been avoided with an updated deed on the house prior to John’s passing.

Things get even more complicated when there is no will and John had children. Then Jane is not entitled to the whole house and the children will inherit a portion. Blended family dynamics will cause further issues with potential forced sale of the property to meet financial obligations of asset distributions.

Speaking with a knowledgeable estate planning attorney can alleviate issues like this down the line. Reach out to McKenney Law Office today.

[email protected]
402-525-9935

07/09/2026

How many times have you said “We need a will?” Because we’ve HEARD YOU!

But we know, making the call to learn all about it seems….scary.

Have you met Waverly’s very own, Nichole McKenney? She’s not just an awesome attorney, but she’s also a wife and a mom and knows the absolute importance of protecting your family.

So here’s your chance to join us for some no- pressure information on all things estate planning! Wills, Trusts, POA’s, OH MY! You get to hear from the best and get your questions answered. Bring a snack and enjoy a drink at The Mix Waverly .

Nichole is the owner of McKenney Law Office, PC, LLO, a solo law firm started in 2014. Learn more about Nichole and McKenney law firm at https://www.mckenneylawoffice.com/

Shoot a text or comment here to 402-580-0339 to RSVP!

Healthcare POAA Healthcare POA (Power of Attorney) appoints someone to act in your place when you are unable to make dec...
06/25/2026

Healthcare POA

A Healthcare POA (Power of Attorney) appoints someone to act in your place when you are unable to make decisions for yourself regarding your healthcare. This can include talking with doctors, making decisions about care, accessing medical records, etc.

A Healthcare POA can also list your wishes regarding the type of care you receive, including end of life care and whether you want to be kept on life support or a feeding tube (living will/advanced directive provisions).

A Healthcare POA does not cover “do not resuscitate” (DNR) orders. Those would be handled separately through a doctor’s office.

Interested in getting a Healthcare POA put in place? Contact McKenney Law Office today.
[email protected]
402-525-9935

Address

PO Box 74
Waverly, NE
68462

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 3:30pm
Tuesday 9am - 3:30pm
Wednesday 9am - 3:30pm
Thursday 9am - 3:30pm
Friday 9am - 3:30pm

Telephone

+14025259935

Website

Alerts

Be the first to know and let us send you an email when McKenney Law Office, PC, LLO posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.

Contact The Practice

Send a message to McKenney Law Office, PC, LLO:

Shortcuts

Share

Category