Alex Arkfeld

Alex is a trial and appellate litigator focusing on elections, government accountability, and civil litigation.

On the elections and accountability side, Alex has defended multiple ballot measures, protecting Nebraskans’ constitutional right to make law directly through the ballot. He represents clients who seek to ensure state officials follow the law. Alex also represents individuals and organizations facing state investigations.

In civil litigation, Alex was part of the team that won a $5.8 million jury verdict in a breach of contract and trade secrets case. He represents individuals with serious personal injuries. Alex also advocates for clients seeking post-conviction relief.

Alex has a particular interest in written advocacy and  has taught legal writing at University of Nebraska College of Law. He draws on his experience as a law clerk for the Washington State Supreme Court and the U.S. District Court.

CONTACT ALEX

  • alex@glg.law

  • 402-590-8988

Education

  • J.D., University of Washington School of Law, High Honors, Order of the Coif

    • Managing Editor, Washington Law Review

    • National Moot Court Team

  • B.A., Doane University, Cum Laude

Clerkships

  • Hon. Michael W. Mosman, U.S. District Court for the District of Oregon

  • Hon. Sheryl Gordon McCloud, Washington State Supreme Court 

Publications

  • Nationwide Permit 12 and Domestic Oil Pipelines: An Incompatible Relationship?,  92 Wash. L. Rev. 1991 (2017).