Meet The Team At Oestmann & Albertsen Law
When you need dedicated, driven legal help in eastern Nebraska, turn to Oestmann & Albertsen Law. With over 20 years of combined legal experience, our attorneys understand that every case needs the attention of a focused professional – and that each case requires individualized attention.
Emphasizing efficient, effective solutions to legal problems, Ashley L. Albertsen and Melissa M. Oestmann assist clients with divorce, child custody and support, and criminal defense by providing clear guidance and assertive advocacy. They are licensed to practice in Nebraska courts and in the Ponca Tribal Courts.
You view our attorney’s profiles by clicking these bulleted links:
- Attorney Ashley L. Albertsen
- Attorney Melissa M. Oestmann
You can also read about our team below.
Ashley L. Albertsen
Partner
Ashley L. Albertsen earned her Bachelor of Science degree in marketing from Peru State College and her J.D. from Creighton University School of Law in 2010. Throughout law school, Ashley worked at the Douglas County Public Defender’s Office.
In 2010, Ashley was successfully admitted to the Nebraska State Bar Association and began working as an attorney. Ashley’s focus has been on criminal and juvenile law. Ashley believes that everyone deserves representation, and she strives to provide her clients with the best counsel she can. Ashley and Melissa partnered in the beginning of 2013 to form Oestmann & Albertsen Law. After briefly joining another law firm in 2018, Ashley and Melissa chose to go back out on their own, preferring the small firm feel.
Ashley is a member of the Nebraska State Bar Association, the Omaha Bar Association, and the Nebraska Women’s Bar Association. She is also a member of the juvenile section of the Nebraska State Bar Association.
Ashley Albertsen is licensed to practice law in Nebraska, the Ponca Tribal Courts.
Melissa M. Oestmann
Partner
Melissa M. Oestmann earned her bachelor’s degree from Peru State College in 2006. Melissa earned her J.D. from Creighton University School of Law in 2010. Throughout law school, Melissa worked as a law clerk for a local firm that practices family and juvenile law.
After successfully completing the Nebraska State Bar Association, Melissa began a solo career practicing juvenile and family law. Melissa believed that by starting her own practice, she could be more effective in helping people deal with family law issues. In 2012, Melissa formed Oestmann & Albertsen Law to continue working in the areas of family and juvenile law. Ashley and Melissa partnered in the beginning of 2013 to form Oestmann & Albertsen Law. After joining briefly with another firm, Melissa and Ashley began Oestmann & Albertsen Law.
Melissa Oestmann is involved in a number of professional organizations including the Nebraska State Bar Association, the Omaha Bar Association and the Nebraska Women’s Bar Association. Melissa is also a member of the juvenile law section. Melissa is also a member of the Indian Law section.
Melissa Oestmann is licensed to practice law in Nebraska, the Ponca Tribal Courts.
Michelle Fenton
Office Manager
Michelle Fenton started working at Oestmann & Albertsen Law in November 2015 as the office manager. Michelle has an extensive background in customer service, with more than two decades of experience. As the office manager, Michelle is responsible for any billing questions that clients may have.
Julie Neish
Law Clerk
After twelve years as a college music professor, Dr. Julie Neish switched careers and is pursuing a Juris Doctor (JD) degree in the Creighton University School of Law under the prestigious Creighton Scholars Program. She is delighted to be “living the good life” in Nebraska and supporting Oestmann & Albertsen Law in their family law and criminal defense work. DMA: Arizona State University, MM: George Mason University, BS: Brigham Young University-Idaho.
Kimberly Mathison
Office Specialist
Kim will be there to greet you when you enter our office. For the last 16 years Kim has worked as an Administrative Assistant. While her husband served in the US Army she was a homemaker and provided child care in her home. Kim‘s passions are gardening, quilting, and reading.
Contact Us Today
For straightforward, committed representation in family, juvenile, and criminal law cases, contact Oestmann & Albertsen Law. Our attorneys are prepared to evaluate your situation and provide personalized counsel that meets your needs. To schedule a consultation, call 866-370-6358 or complete our online form.