A general practice law firm built for the people and businesses of Cheyenne County. From the farm lease on your kitchen table to the estate plan that keeps your family whole — we handle it plainly, locally, and well.
An attorney (not a call center) will phone you within one business day.
Most of life's legal moments don't need a specialist in a Lincoln high‑rise. They need a lawyer who knows the county, the courthouse, and your neighbors.
Plans that protect what you've built — from simple wills to multi‑generational family trusts and farm succession.
Divorce, custody, adoption, and guardianships — handled with discretion and an eye toward what's best for the kids.
Entity formation, contracts, land leases, water rights, and the day‑to‑day counsel small operations actually need.
Handbooks, employment agreements, wage disputes, and wrongful termination — counsel for both employers and employees.
Residential and commercial closings, title review, easements, and property disputes across the Panhandle.
Auto accidents, workplace injuries, and insurance disputes — we only get paid when you do.
Title opinions, division orders, pooling applications, and mineral ownership work for operators and owners.
"I left a skyscraper on Park Avenue because I wanted to practice law the way my grandfather did — across a kitchen table, with people I knew by name."
Thomas Strommen spent eight years at one of New York City's largest firms before coming home to Nebraska in 2012 to open a general practice on Illinois Street. The philosophy hasn't changed since: treat every client like the only one, bill fairly, and never make a family pay for a problem a plain conversation could solve.
Today Mattoon, Martens & Strommen is four attorneys strong, serving families, farms, and small businesses across Cheyenne County and the wider Panhandle.
You won't be handed off to an associate you've never met. The attorney you talk to at your consultation is the attorney handling your case.
Tom grew up outside Sidney and graduated from Creighton Law in 2003. After eight years as a corporate associate in Manhattan, he returned home in 2012 to open the firm. He practices across estate planning, business, and real estate.
John grew up on a family operation outside Potter and spent five years at a Lincoln firm before joining Strommen in 2015. He advises ranchers, small business owners, and closely‑held LLCs on contracts, leases, and succession.
Emily focuses on family law and estate planning. She's certified in collaborative divorce practice and known for careful paperwork and a preference for keeping matters out of court when possible.
Michael handles personal injury matters and oil & gas title work across the Panhandle, with an emphasis on careful preparation and direct communication with clients.
We keep the process transparent so you know what happens after you press "submit."
Use the form, call, or stop by. Tell us briefly what you're dealing with — no legal terms required.
An attorney (not an intake clerk) calls within one business day. We'll schedule a free 30‑minute consultation.
You'll get a clear scope, a flat or hourly quote, and a written engagement letter before any billing starts.
You always know where your matter stands. We update you in plain English, not Latin.
"When my husband passed, I didn't know where to start. Emily sat at our kitchen table for two hours and walked me through everything. She felt like family."
"We'd been doing business on handshakes for 30 years. John redrew our lease agreements without making us feel stupid for waiting. Fair price, quick work."
"Michael ran the title work on our mineral interests quickly and explained the division orders in plain English. Saved us from signing something we didn't fully understand."
Don't see your question? Call us at (308) 254‑5595 — initial conversations are always free.
Yes. The first 30 minutes with one of our attorneys is always free, whether in person at our Jackson Street office or over the phone. You'll leave with a clear sense of whether you need a lawyer and what it would cost.
Most routine matters (wills, simple closings, entity formation) are handled on a flat fee. Family law and litigation are typically hourly. Personal injury cases are contingency — we only get paid if you recover. You'll always receive a written engagement letter before we start.
Yes — we regularly represent clients from across the Panhandle, including Kimball, Potter, Chappell, and Bridgeport. Most matters can be handled by phone, video, or a single in‑person meeting.
That's perfectly normal — and it's one reason a general practice makes sense for small‑town life. Call or fill out the form; we'll sort out where it belongs and, if we're not the right fit, refer you to someone who is.
Within one business day — usually much faster. We return calls the same day whenever possible. If your matter is urgent, say so in your message and we'll prioritize accordingly.
Sidney isn't a market we serve from a corner office in Omaha. It's where our kids go to school, where we shop, where we coach. The work below is a small slice of what our team puts in around the county — quietly, and on our own time.
What started as a one‑off holiday drive turned into a standing rotation. Our attorneys and staff pack and deliver pantry boxes the second Tuesday of every month — no press release required.
We sponsor youth basketball, baseball, and the Red Raider booster club every season. Jerseys, score clocks, end‑of‑year banquets — small things that keep small‑town sports alive.
From Oktoberfest floats to the Memorial Day procession, you'll find us walking with neighbors, not watching from a sponsor tent. Sidney shows up for itself — we just try to keep up.
Kendra Mattoon serves on the board of the Sidney Educational Foundation. The firm supports the Sidney Public Schools scholarship program through the Foundation fundraiser and an individual Mattoon scholarship.
"If you're going to hang a shingle in a town like this, you owe it more than your business hours."— T. Strommen
No pressure, no jargon, no billing for the first call. Pick whichever way works best for you.
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