About Me
I'm attorney Rene Blauhorn, and I proudly run the Tri-City area firm specializing exclusively in personal injury law. My lifelong dedication to pursuing justice, coupled with my background in insurance defense, uniquely equips me to provide central Nebraskans with the legal assistance they need. My goal is to ensure that our community has convenient, local access to top-notch legal support.
Experience
Nebraska Attorney General
Special Assistant Attorney General
Regional Counsel for advice and representation of DHHS Division of Child and Family Services regarding juvenile cases and Adult Protective Services cases in 28 counties in Central Nebraska, counsel representing DHHS in Child Abuse and Neglect Registry and Adult Protective Services expungement hearings throughout the entire state, assist in drafting briefs and providing oral arguments in appellate cases
Clark & Curry PC
Lawyer
General law practice including but not limited to personal injury law, family law, real estate, corporate law, criminal, probate, estates, adoptions, and guardianships
Fidelity National Title Group
Associate Claims Counsel
Administrator of real estate title insurance claims, manage litigation, negotiate settlements, draft various legal documents
Boys Town
Law Clerk
Assist the general counsel in a variety of legal areas. Conduct research and create memorandums
Nebraska Attorney General
Law Clerk
Assist attorneys in the inmate litigation sector in conducting legal research and creating legal documents
Open Sky Policy Institute
Law Clerk
Drafted legislation in the areas of tax and education reform to be introduced in the next legislative session
Nebraska Appleseed
Law Clerk
Conducted legal research, wrote legal memorandums, and created other legal documents
Douglas County Juvenile Court
Judicial Clerk
Observed several court proceedings with the Honorable Judge Johnson and met with all the individuals who interact with the juvenile court.
Education
University of Nebraska College of Law, Lincoln, NE
Juris Doctor 2016
University of Nebraska at Omaha, Omaha, Nebraska
Bachelor of Science conferred August 2013
Major: Criminology and Criminal Justice; Minor: History
Additional Training & Certifications
- Mandt System Trained
- Power to Protect (Safe with you)
- Medical Aspects of Child Abuse and Neglect
- Lexis Legal Research & Shepard’s Certification
- Negotiation Certification
- Office of Dispute Resolution Mediator
- Parenting Act Mediator
- High Conflict Alternative Dispute Resolution
- Guardian Ad Litem
- Suicide Prevention
- Trauma Informed
- Boundaries & Cultural Competency
- Member of Nebraska Association of Trial Lawyers
- Top of Class in Torts
- CALI Award in Law School
Community Involvement
Giving back to the Nebraskan communities I serve has always been incredibly important to me. Throughout the years, I've had the privilege of volunteering with several organizations, including Imagination City Grand Island Children’s Museum,
Common Ground Nebraska, Palmer Childcare, Palmer Community Foundation, Palmer Economic Development Corporation, CASA of Omaha, and Big Brothers Big Sisters of Omaha.
These experiences have deepened my connection to the wonderful people and families in our communities. It's my firm belief that contributing to the well-being and development of our local neighborhoods is an essential part of the work I do as an attorney, and I'm committed to continuing these efforts in the years to come.
A Proven Track Record of Success
$251k
Settled a personal injury case for $251,000
$33k
Settled a worker's comp case for $33,000
$12k
Settled an auto accident case for $12,000
I'm on your side
I offer free consultations because understanding your unique situation is the first step towards finding the best legal solution for you. Your peace of mind is just a call or email away.