Jessica Forch
Assistant General Counsel at Nebraska State Patrol- Claim this Profile
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French Limited working proficiency
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Nicole Hutter
I have worked with many great attorneys during my career, but Jessica will always be my first call if I am hiring. I was honored to work with Jessica at the Patrol for over four years, and watched her balance an incredibly busy and diverse workload with great skill. She is a phenomenally talented attorney whose integrity is beyond reproach. She is deliberate, thorough, and incredibly dependable. Jess can quickly learn and incorporate new areas of the law into her practice, and her sound, reasoned judgment made her the "go-to" person for many in the office, including myself. I relied heavily on Jessica's judgment and legal knowledge, as both are second to none. Her time management and organizational skills kept things running smoothly, and she is a pleasure to work with under even the most stressful or demanding circumstances. Any organization, regardless of practice area, would be lucky to have Jessica onboard.
Nicole Hutter
I have worked with many great attorneys during my career, but Jessica will always be my first call if I am hiring. I was honored to work with Jessica at the Patrol for over four years, and watched her balance an incredibly busy and diverse workload with great skill. She is a phenomenally talented attorney whose integrity is beyond reproach. She is deliberate, thorough, and incredibly dependable. Jess can quickly learn and incorporate new areas of the law into her practice, and her sound, reasoned judgment made her the "go-to" person for many in the office, including myself. I relied heavily on Jessica's judgment and legal knowledge, as both are second to none. Her time management and organizational skills kept things running smoothly, and she is a pleasure to work with under even the most stressful or demanding circumstances. Any organization, regardless of practice area, would be lucky to have Jessica onboard.
Nicole Hutter
I have worked with many great attorneys during my career, but Jessica will always be my first call if I am hiring. I was honored to work with Jessica at the Patrol for over four years, and watched her balance an incredibly busy and diverse workload with great skill. She is a phenomenally talented attorney whose integrity is beyond reproach. She is deliberate, thorough, and incredibly dependable. Jess can quickly learn and incorporate new areas of the law into her practice, and her sound, reasoned judgment made her the "go-to" person for many in the office, including myself. I relied heavily on Jessica's judgment and legal knowledge, as both are second to none. Her time management and organizational skills kept things running smoothly, and she is a pleasure to work with under even the most stressful or demanding circumstances. Any organization, regardless of practice area, would be lucky to have Jessica onboard.
Nicole Hutter
I have worked with many great attorneys during my career, but Jessica will always be my first call if I am hiring. I was honored to work with Jessica at the Patrol for over four years, and watched her balance an incredibly busy and diverse workload with great skill. She is a phenomenally talented attorney whose integrity is beyond reproach. She is deliberate, thorough, and incredibly dependable. Jess can quickly learn and incorporate new areas of the law into her practice, and her sound, reasoned judgment made her the "go-to" person for many in the office, including myself. I relied heavily on Jessica's judgment and legal knowledge, as both are second to none. Her time management and organizational skills kept things running smoothly, and she is a pleasure to work with under even the most stressful or demanding circumstances. Any organization, regardless of practice area, would be lucky to have Jessica onboard.
Credentials
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Admitted to Nebraska Bar, September 2012.
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Guardian Ad Litem
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Experience
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Nebraska State Patrol
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United States
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Law Enforcement
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1 - 100 Employee
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Assistant General Counsel
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Mar 2019 - Present
Prepare, research, litigate, and handle all other aspects of employee grievances and hearings, coordinate with outside counsel on litigation management, and assist with internal policy development. Research changes in the law, create teaching materials for employees Agency-wide, and instruct all employees on matters such as Constitutional law, employment law, public records, and rules of evidence. Address and propose solutions to legal, risk, and compliance inquiries from Agency leadership and human resources. Twice was Acting Agency Legal Counsel, managing the team of three to four, while maintaining own workload. Produce accurate and consistent legal opinions and advice to employees of the Patrol regarding questions of statutory interpretation, contract obligations, employment accommodations, and the management of risk. Built a positive reputation of the legal division within the Agency by being accessible for questions, encouraging a team oriented approach to solve problems, and building trust by communicating quickly, effectively, and honestly. Show less
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Assistant Attorney General
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Mar 2013 - Feb 2019
Represented the State of Nebraska, state agencies, and state employees in all civil litigation related matters, including employment, contracts, civil rights, constitutional challenges, and administrative appeals. Significant appellate, mediation, and courtroom experience, including numerous hearings and several trials in both state courts and U.S. District Court. Conducted and defended depositions and drafted discovery responses. Drafted office ethics policies. Reviewed housing discrimination investigations to determine if State initiated prosecution was warranted. Show less
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Law Clerk
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Jan 2012 - May 2012
Researched and drafted legal memoranda on issues of criminal law and criminal procedure, including illegal searches and seizures and Miranda violations. Reviewed discovery files for potential violations of constitutional rights. Attended court hearings, trials, and client meetings. Researched and drafted legal memoranda on issues of criminal law and criminal procedure, including illegal searches and seizures and Miranda violations. Reviewed discovery files for potential violations of constitutional rights. Attended court hearings, trials, and client meetings.
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Law Clerk
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Apr 2011 - Nov 2011
Researched issues pertaining to corporate organizations, probate matters, and Veterans Affairs issues. Performed online searches for debtors in collections cases. Attended court proceedings and depositions related to probate and collections litigation. Researched issues pertaining to corporate organizations, probate matters, and Veterans Affairs issues. Performed online searches for debtors in collections cases. Attended court proceedings and depositions related to probate and collections litigation.
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Nebraska Innocence Project
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United States
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Higher Education
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Legal Intern
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May 2010 - Aug 2010
Investigated potential cases for exoneration and prepared post-conviction motions. Compiled eyewitness identification and evidence procedures currently employed across Nebraska. Researched eyewitness identification accuracy, proper evidence preservation procedures, and the admissibility of expert testimony or use of jury instructions regarding accuracy of eyewitness identifications. Investigated potential cases for exoneration and prepared post-conviction motions. Compiled eyewitness identification and evidence procedures currently employed across Nebraska. Researched eyewitness identification accuracy, proper evidence preservation procedures, and the admissibility of expert testimony or use of jury instructions regarding accuracy of eyewitness identifications.
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Wolzen Law Office
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United States
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Law Practice
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1 - 100 Employee
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Legal Assistant
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Nov 2006 - Aug 2009
Assisted with the preparation of a Brief of Mandamus and an Appeal to the Eighth Circuit Court of Appeals. Drafted and edited letters to send to clients and government officials. Completed necessary paperwork and forms for filing with the proper immigration offices on behalf of clients. Assisted with the preparation of a Brief of Mandamus and an Appeal to the Eighth Circuit Court of Appeals. Drafted and edited letters to send to clients and government officials. Completed necessary paperwork and forms for filing with the proper immigration offices on behalf of clients.
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Education
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2009 - 2012
Creighton University School of Law
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2005 - 2009
University of Nebraska-Lincoln
B.A., English, French
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