Probate and Trust Administration |  Estate Planning | Business Formation and Planning

jeffpalzer@smithpauley.com | (402) 504-4912
As a seasoned attorney with more than three decades of experience, Jeffrey T. Palzer brings a deep commitment to client-focused legal service in the areas of estate planning, business consulting, and elder law. Jeff’s practical and personalized approach has helped individuals, families, and closely held businesses navigate complex legal decisions with confidence and clarity.

Jeff joins Smith Pauley with an extensive background in estate and business planning. He advises clients on wills, trusts, powers of attorney, small business formation, succession strategies, and nonprofit operations. Known for his strategic insight and thoughtful counsel, Jeff works closely with clients to develop tailored solutions that reflect both their legal and personal goals.

In addition to his legal practice, Jeff has a longstanding dedication to legal education and community service. He has served as an adjunct faculty member in the Legal Studies Program at Kaplan University and at Creighton University School of Law, where he directed the Legal Writing Center and taught courses in legal writing and ethics.  Over his career he has served as legal advisor to several nonprofit organizations, including EPS Pregnancy Services, St. Pope Paul VI Institute, Camino Fully Alive, Institute for Priestly Formation, Catholic Homeschool Association of Omaha and the Central High School JROTC Parent Organization.  

Outside the office, Jeff is deeply engaged in his faith community, having served as Parish Council President for Our Lady of Lourdes,  District 4 Coordinator for Catholic Engaged Encounter and as parish coordinator for the 'Exodus 90' and 'That Man is You' men’s ministry. He enjoys spending time with his wife, Julia, and their family, as well as participating in community outreach programs.  

Education:

• Augustana College, B.A., Political Science and Philosophy (1991)

• Creighton University School of Law, J.D., cum laude (1994)

Bar Admissions:

• State of Nebraska (1994)

• U.S. District Court for the District of Nebraska (1994)

• U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eighth Circuit (1995)

Professional Affiliations:

• Nebraska State Bar Association

• Phi Alpha Delta Legal Fraternity

Community Involvement:

• Legal Advisor, Camino Fully Alive

• Men's Ministry Coordinator, Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church

• Volunteer Lawyer, Nebraska Bar Association Volunteer Lawyer Project

• Ambassador, Cloisters on the Platte