Juvenile Law

Juvenile law is a specialized practice area that differs from criminal law in many ways. For this reason, hiring an attorney who has experience and knowledge about this specific practice area is essential when you are dealing with any matter related to juvenile law. 



Offenses that fall under juvenile law jurisdiction are referred to as “delinquencies.” The consequences and procedures used in these cases are unique. The Law Offices of Nicholas E. Wurth has an extensive background in this practice area, and we can provide all the resources you need to protect your child’s rights and future. Our goal is always to help you achieve the best outcome in your case based on the specifics of the situation and your individual needs. 

Our Services

Our law firm provides the following juvenile law services to clients in Nebraska:

Delinquency Offenses

When a juvenile commits an offense, the case will be processed in juvenile court instead of the criminal court reserved for adults. The goal of this court is to offer any treatment or other rehabilitative services needed in order to prevent future offenses. However, these cases still carry the possibility for extensive consequences. In addition, some delinquency offenses may be converted to criminal cases when the court determines that the child should be tried as an adult. 

If your child has been charged with a delinquency offense, hiring an experienced legal representative is the best way to safeguard the child’s future. 

Child Protective Services

Child protective services, or CPS, is a government organization that exists to protect children from harm. This organization often becomes involved in your life when someone reports suspected abuse or neglect. For example, if a doctor, family member, neighbor, friend, or school official believes you may be harming or neglecting your children, they may call CPS and trigger an investigation. 

Unfortunately, not all calls made to CPS are backed by sufficient evidence. Regardless of the circumstances, our firm is here to help you protect your rights and your relationship with your children by resolving these matters as quickly as possible. 

Parent Abuse/Neglect Defense

Being accused of neglect or abuse as a parent is one of the worst allegations you can face, especially when the accusation is unfair. If you are a parent in this situation, having an experienced attorney to represent you and defend your rights is essential. 

As your legal representative, we will take the time to learn the details of your situation so we can provide customized advice. Together, we will build the strongest possible defense so you can fight these allegations effectively and work toward a restored parent-child relationship. 

Guardian ad Litem

Because of their age, children are often unable to effectively represent their own best interests in legal situations. In cases where children’s rights need to be protected in court, the court may appoint an individual to act as guardian ad litem. The guardian ad litem is responsible for assessing the child’s needs and speaking on their behalf. 

Our firm provides guardian ad litem services throughout the state of Nebraska. In these cases, our goal is always to assess the child’s needs accurately and communicate these needs to the court as clearly as possible. 

Contact Our Firm

When you are dealing with any concern related to juvenile law, it is in your best interests to contact a qualified attorney as soon as possible. We represent clients throughout the state of Nebraska. Please contact one of our offices today to learn more about the services we provide or to schedule a consultation.