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James J. Niemeier

James J. Niemeier

Attorney

Jim has extensive experience representing clients with commercial, financial and bankruptcy related legal issues during his 30+ year career. Jim often helps creditors with difficult collection issues both inside and outside of bankruptcy proceedings and focuses on attempting to guide each matter to best and most economical resolution, often avoiding expensive and time-consuming litigation. However, when bankruptcy or collection litigation is necessary Jim is equally experienced in the state and federal courts and will guide the matter to prompt and economical conclusion.


Jim does not only represent creditors but is also is an experienced Debtors attorney having represented Debtors in many of the largest and most complex Chapter 11 cases in Nebraska, including as co-counsel to Specialty Retail Holding Shops, in its recent Chapter 11 case, the largest in the state. Jim was the son of a farm family and farmed himself for a few years before moving before moving into the legal field. A survivor of the 80’s farm crisis, his agricultural roots give him a unique perspective on the issues facing agricultural creditors and debtors in today’s similarly difficult financial times. Jim enters into each representation with an eye to obtaining the best available result for his client at a reasonable cost, and in a prompt and efficient manner. 

Education
  • Creighton University School of Law (J.D., 1988)
  • Kearney State College (B.S., Magna Cum Laude, 1984)
Admissions
  • Nebraska (1988: Sustaining Member)
  • U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit (1999)
08/18/2022

McGrath North's Team Receives Broad Recognition from The Best Lawyers in America® 2023

In its newly released 2023 edition, The Best Lawyers in America® has recognized 44 McGrath North attorneys in the full range of specialty practice areas key to supporting businesses of all sizes across a broad range of industries, and 28 attorneys have been recognized for 10 years or more.  Of these attorneys recognized based on peer-review surveys, seven were named “Lawyer of the Year.” This honor is awarded to only one attorney with the highest overall peer-feedback for a specific practice area and geographic location.  


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08/19/2021

McGrath North's Team Receives Broad Recognition from The Best Lawyers in America® 2022

In its newly released 2022 edition, The Best Lawyers in America® has recognized 47 McGrath North attorneys in the full range of specialty practice areas key to supporting businesses of all sizes across a broad range of industries.  Of these partners recognized based on peer-review surveys, 11 were named “Lawyer of the Year.” This honor is awarded to only one attorney with the highest overall peer-feedback for a specific practice area and geographic location.  


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Publications

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03/02/2021

Lender Priority In Collateral May Be Impacted By Amendments To The Packers And Stockyards Act

 


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02/08/2021

Bankruptcy Update – Protecting Secured Claims In The New Year

With chapter 11 bankruptcy filings on the rise, all businesses are expected to begin feeling the impacts this year. This article provides a summary of significant changes to the bankruptcy code that lenders should be aware of as they navigate anticipated increased bankruptcy filings from borrowers.  


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  • American Bar Association
  • American Bankruptcy Institute
  • Nebraska State Bar Association
  • Omaha Bar Association
  • Creighton University Law Review
  • Listed: “Best Lawyers in America”, Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law, Commercial Litigation
  • Listed: Martindale-Hubbell, AV/Preeminent Rating