team-member

Leigha Wichelt

Omaha, NE

Licensed for 1 year

Law Degree

Awards

Primary Practice Area

Child custody

Language

English

About

Attorney Leigha Wichelt has seen firsthand the negative effects on families who lack strong, compassionate legal representation. Prior to joining High & Younes, Leigha worked within the Douglas County Juvenile Court system; as a volunteer Court Appointed Special Advocate for Children; and as a Child Youth and Families Services Specialist for Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services.Because of that, Leigha understands that in many cases, parenting is at the heart of the court system when it comes to family law matters. She testifies on child support collection reform before the Nebraska Legislature. And, Leigha is a mother herself.For years, people told Leigha that her passion for helping families would make her a great lawyer. So, she became one.Leigha is a Family Law attorney for High & Younes, focusing on Divorce, Adoption, Child Custody, and Decree Modification. She also is starting a pro bono clinic for veterans. Email her at [email protected]Education:Leigha earned her juris doctorate from University of Nebraska School of Law. She completed her undergraduate education also at UNL with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Family Science with minors in both Psychology and Education.Accolades:Thomas Stinson Allen Moot Court Competition Semi-FinalistLaw Clerk for the Hon. Judge Vernon Daniels, Douglas County Juvenile CourtScarlet and Cream Scholarship RecipientGraduated law school in 2.5 years

Practices Areas

Child custody

Child support

Divorce and separation

Domestic Violence

Juvenile Law

Language

English

Contact

6919 Dodge StreetOmaha, NE, 681326919 Dodge StreetOmaha, NE, 68132

Office: N/A

Website: N/A

Reviews

Tammy B
April 1, 2021

I spoke with Leigha about various child custody questions and concerns that I was having with the other parent. She was honest, polite and up front on all of the possible outcomes. These characteristics are so important in a lawyer when one needs to go to family court. Thank you, Leigha!

Adam
March 23, 2021

I have been using Leigha as my legal counsel for almost a year now. She works so tirelessly to ensure her clients are heard, as well as making sure they understand the process. She always responds in a timely manner and is always up front and honest. I will definitely recommend her to anyone seeking legal counsel for their situation and I am certainly grateful to have her on my side of the court.

Noel
March 23, 2021

I have nothing but positive things to say about Leigha and everyone else I came in contact with at High&YounesLLC. I honestly don't know what I would have done without Leigha. She did such a great job on my custody case. She is professional, hard working, articulate. I really cannot thank her enough for everything she has done for me I really appreciated what an attentive listener she was and I never felt judged when sensitive material was brought to the table in my long drawn out custody case. Ms Wichelt worked with me every step of the way and I felt as though she respected and took into consideration my feelings, thoughts and opinions. She always gave great legal advice and I commended her for being reasonable and realistic about potential outcomes. As one can imagine in certain cases, such as a custody case or divorce, emotions can become heightened and she was always a sound voice of reason yet remained focused on the goal. She was always a perfect balance of professional and also very approachable. She always got back to me in a timely manner which was important to me. Leigha exceeded my needs as an attorney and I'm very grateful to her for that. I would, and have, highly recomended her and her team for any of your legal needs.

Victoria
March 19, 2021

I absolutely adore Leigha! My first lawyer was not as helpful so I had to seek new representation. She made me feel heard and that what I wanted out of my divorce was her main priority. I felt like she understood I was concerned about the safety of my daughter and that was always taken into consideration. I have and always will recommend her to my circle of people.

Julie
December 15, 2020

I have been working with Leigha for approximately one year with some issues pertaining to my divorce. She is knowledgeable, professional, supportive, and responsive. She has negotiated with opposing counsel on my behalf and has helped me resolve several matters.

Hunter
December 4, 2020

Leigha is not only an amazing individual. She is a phenomenal attorney. I would recommend her to my family and friends. She has my upmost respect.

Tammy B
April 1, 2021

I spoke with Leigha about various child custody questions and concerns that I was having with the other parent. She was honest, polite and up front on all of the possible outcomes. These characteristics are so important in a lawyer when one needs to go to family court. Thank you, Leigha!

Adam
March 23, 2021

I have been using Leigha as my legal counsel for almost a year now. She works so tirelessly to ensure her clients are heard, as well as making sure they understand the process. She always responds in a timely manner and is always up front and honest. I will definitely recommend her to anyone seeking legal counsel for their situation and I am certainly grateful to have her on my side of the court.

Noel
March 23, 2021

I have nothing but positive things to say about Leigha and everyone else I came in contact with at High&YounesLLC. I honestly don't know what I would have done without Leigha. She did such a great job on my custody case. She is professional, hard working, articulate. I really cannot thank her enough for everything she has done for me I really appreciated what an attentive listener she was and I never felt judged when sensitive material was brought to the table in my long drawn out custody case. Ms Wichelt worked with me every step of the way and I felt as though she respected and took into consideration my feelings, thoughts and opinions. She always gave great legal advice and I commended her for being reasonable and realistic about potential outcomes. As one can imagine in certain cases, such as a custody case or divorce, emotions can become heightened and she was always a sound voice of reason yet remained focused on the goal. She was always a perfect balance of professional and also very approachable. She always got back to me in a timely manner which was important to me. Leigha exceeded my needs as an attorney and I'm very grateful to her for that. I would, and have, highly recomended her and her team for any of your legal needs.

Victoria
March 19, 2021

I absolutely adore Leigha! My first lawyer was not as helpful so I had to seek new representation. She made me feel heard and that what I wanted out of my divorce was her main priority. I felt like she understood I was concerned about the safety of my daughter and that was always taken into consideration. I have and always will recommend her to my circle of people.

Julie
December 15, 2020

I have been working with Leigha for approximately one year with some issues pertaining to my divorce. She is knowledgeable, professional, supportive, and responsive. She has negotiated with opposing counsel on my behalf and has helped me resolve several matters.

Hunter
December 4, 2020

Leigha is not only an amazing individual. She is a phenomenal attorney. I would recommend her to my family and friends. She has my upmost respect.

Tammy B
April 1, 2021

I spoke with Leigha about various child custody questions and concerns that I was having with the other parent. She was honest, polite and up front on all of the possible outcomes. These characteristics are so important in a lawyer when one needs to go to family court. Thank you, Leigha!

Adam
March 23, 2021

I have been using Leigha as my legal counsel for almost a year now. She works so tirelessly to ensure her clients are heard, as well as making sure they understand the process. She always responds in a timely manner and is always up front and honest. I will definitely recommend her to anyone seeking legal counsel for their situation and I am certainly grateful to have her on my side of the court.

Noel
March 23, 2021

I have nothing but positive things to say about Leigha and everyone else I came in contact with at High&YounesLLC. I honestly don't know what I would have done without Leigha. She did such a great job on my custody case. She is professional, hard working, articulate. I really cannot thank her enough for everything she has done for me I really appreciated what an attentive listener she was and I never felt judged when sensitive material was brought to the table in my long drawn out custody case. Ms Wichelt worked with me every step of the way and I felt as though she respected and took into consideration my feelings, thoughts and opinions. She always gave great legal advice and I commended her for being reasonable and realistic about potential outcomes. As one can imagine in certain cases, such as a custody case or divorce, emotions can become heightened and she was always a sound voice of reason yet remained focused on the goal. She was always a perfect balance of professional and also very approachable. She always got back to me in a timely manner which was important to me. Leigha exceeded my needs as an attorney and I'm very grateful to her for that. I would, and have, highly recomended her and her team for any of your legal needs.

Victoria
March 19, 2021

I absolutely adore Leigha! My first lawyer was not as helpful so I had to seek new representation. She made me feel heard and that what I wanted out of my divorce was her main priority. I felt like she understood I was concerned about the safety of my daughter and that was always taken into consideration. I have and always will recommend her to my circle of people.

Julie
December 15, 2020

I have been working with Leigha for approximately one year with some issues pertaining to my divorce. She is knowledgeable, professional, supportive, and responsive. She has negotiated with opposing counsel on my behalf and has helped me resolve several matters.

Hunter
December 4, 2020

Leigha is not only an amazing individual. She is a phenomenal attorney. I would recommend her to my family and friends. She has my upmost respect.