David O’Neill
Attorney
David O’Neill began his legal career as a law clerk at Hauptman, O’Brien, Wolf & Lathrop, P.C. in 2002. A lifelong resident of Nebraska – David was born in Omaha and graduated from Omaha North High School. In 1998, he graduated from the University of Nebraska at Lincoln with a Bachelor of Science degree in business administration and went on to earn his law degree from Creighton University in 2005. After graduation, David served as an attorney in the Sarpy County Public Defender’s Office and then advanced to the Office of the Federal Public Defender before re-joining Hauptman O’Brien in 2007.
David is a member of the Offutt Advisory Council. He enjoys volunteering at Offutt to support our men and women who serve. His background and connection to a very diverse community are important. Whether he is coaching little league, raising his children, or explaining complex legal matters to his clients, David’s interpersonal skills allow him to communicate difficult information in ways that anyone can easily understand and discuss.
Bar Admissions:
- Nebraska
- U.S. District Court District of Nebraska
- U.S. Court of Appeals 8th Circuit
Professional Associations and Memberships:
- Omaha Bar Association
- Nebraska State Bar Association
- American Association for Justice
- Offutt Advisory Council
Education:
- Creighton University School of Law, Omaha, Nebraska, 2005
Doctor of Jurisprudence - University of Nebraska, 1998
Bachelor of Science
Major: Marketing
David O’Neill is actively involved in his community, having served as a past board member for the North High School Foundation and Partnership 4 Kids. He also leads the organization of the Sams & Briggs Annual Baseball game, which honors the late Trevan Sams and his nephew, Briggs O’Neill. In addition, he dedicated 10 years as president of his neighborhood association and currently serves as president of the North High School Booster Club.
David is particularly proud of his extensive involvement in Sarpy County and the Offutt Advisory Committee, where he focuses on supporting the men and women who have dedicated their lives to defending our freedom.
“When you’re younger and you think about becoming a lawyer, you think of men and women in suits. It’s a prestigious, respectable profession, but then as you get older you really begin to see, through your schooling and experience what a lawyer actually does,” said David. “You learn over time that there are mammoth corporations, powerful individuals, and powerful entities that aren’t always willing to do the right thing voluntarily. The schooling I had allowed me the opportunity to be exposed to all walks of life and all demographics, whether rich, poor, or middle class. While each individual is unique, I have an understanding of other individuals who have come from that same type of background and have an understanding of not only their injuries but also what they are going to be confronted with or the problems that may arise and how we can best take care of that person.”
“It doesn’t matter who you are, where you come from, or if you’ve made a million dollars in your life or you’re currently unemployed – none of that matters to me,” said David. “As a lawyer, it’s my job to help individuals overcome obstacles. I enjoy representing people without the funds to battle powerful companies, disabled people, and injured people seeking representation against the powers that be. I’ve found it very inspiring and gratifying to represent people, no matter what type of odds they were being confronted with, knowing that with the right approach I can make a difference and empower my clients to have a real shot at winning a fair judgment against any adversary.”
“We take cases to trial that need to go to trial, and David is very well-versed in all aspects of the litigation process,” said Attorney Tim O’Brien. “You don’t work at Hauptman O’Brien unless you are an experienced trial attorney. The good thing is that the other attorneys he is up against know that too. We don’t take all of our cases to trial, but the fact that they know we will go to trial if needed prevents them from shortchanging or under-compensating our clients. We are confident in David and the other attorneys who work here to pursue judgments in court any time that is necessary to thoroughly represent our clients.”
“My wife and I have been married for nearly two decades,” said David. “We have two sons, so we spend our days watching the boys play sports, and enjoying our neighborhood community. I’m president of my neighborhood association and on the Omaha North High Foundation board. I’m also on the service league board for The Partnership for Kids, a mentoring group for OPS kids in poverty. I enjoy volunteering at Offutt to support our men and women who serve. All of this is aimed at being a contributing member of our community. I’ve worked very hard, I’ve been very fortunate, and I like giving back. Hauptman O’Brien and the founding attorney have always made it easy for everyone here to contribute time and energy to the community so that we can be more than just a great law firm in Nebraska, we can also be part of making this area great.
“I called Hauptman, O’Brien after being hit by a drunk driver. David O’Neil and his team assisted me and took care of all insurance, medical and legal paperwork. They handled all insurance issues and my settlement. Best decision I made was calling Hauptman O’Brien. I recommend this team to anyone who is in this situation.”
– Dave Harrill
Client Testimonials
Carson OConnor
1 day ago
Had a great experience with Hauptman O’Brien! David O'Neill and his team made the process smooth and seamless, took care of all the paperwork related to medical expenses resulting from my claim, and were very helpful and responsive throughout the whole process. They secured a very fair settlement for me, and I’m grateful for all the work they did on my case. Thank you to David, Desirea, and Lori for all the help!
Ron Beberniss
5 days ago
David was extremely detail oriented and responsive. We always knew where the case stood and were pleased with the outcome.
Julie
8 days ago
Everyone worked hard to resolve my case. My team was professional, courteous, and so kind to me. They kept me well informed throughout the process, and they were always very timely with their responses to any questions I had. I would highly recommend these fine folks. It was a pleasure to work with them.
Bryan Mattox
12 days ago
Tim O'Brien was prompt when I initially reached out to this firm. There was never any nonsense or unnecessary communication. When my case settled I was contacted and got in right away to finish our business. It was a pleasure working with Tim O'Brien & his staff!
Brandon Cruz
13 days ago
Jeremy Elliot, Nicole Kays, and their team were very helpful, thorough, and understanding in helping me reach a settlement after I was injured in a car accident. I valued their communication and advice throughout the process, and I recommend them highly to anyone.
Derek Simonson
13 days ago
I suffered severe injuries in an auto accident in May of 2025. I chose Mr. Cripe to represent me and pursue liability compensation against the at-fault driver and their insurance carrier. After a very tedious but thorough process we were able to secure substantial damages which is more than normally expected. I have nothing but kind words to say about Mr. Cripe. Throughout this ordeal he was very supportive, informative and always asked for my opinion on the given situation. I would choose Mr. Cripe without a doubt if the situation should ever arise again where I need legal counsel.
Marisa Cohn
23 days ago
I would like to send a huge THANK YOU to David O'Neal and everyone at Hauptman O'brien. They were so wonderful to work with. They went above and beyond with helping me through my accident and navigating medical. I highly recommend hiring David for your personal injury needs. You cannot go wrong.
Reginald B York IV
27 days ago
As a college educated working professional, I never wanted or thought I or my family would need the services of a personal injury attorney. When someone in our immediate family was involved in an accident, my wife and I thought we could navigate the insurance process on our own, (after all we weren’t looking to profit from it). We quickly realized the process has become complicated and can turn into a full time job, costing our family in ways we never even dreamed. While I pray we never find ourselves in a situation to need their services again. David will be my first call. Everyone from top to bottom was patient and understanding. They walked us through the process and advised us along the way, filling in the gaps that hospitals, insurance companies and representatives failed to provide. Thanks to David and his wonderful team our family was able to focus on the emotional and physical healing while they found resolution and we were able to move on.
Chris M
28 days ago
David and his team were great and made the whole process seamless. Would highly recommend them to anyone seeking a personal injury lawyer.
Della Farris
1 month ago
Choosing Hauptman ,O'Brien , Wolf & Lathrop for my personal injury lawsuit, was one of my better decisions . They were always available & considerate to us . We were kept updated & informed all the way through . Jeremy & Nicole were awesome.. I would highly recommend.
Paulette Henderson
1 month ago
David O’Neill, Jody Bowman & Desiree at the Bellevue Nebraska location were amazing! They explained things thoroughly, It was easy to communicate with them. They outlined exactly the documentation that was needed. They helped us through every step of the process and kept us informed of the progress. It was a pleasure working with them, and we are extremely satisfied with the outcome. I highly recommend them, they are professional, knowledgeable and handle every aspect with efficiency.
Linda C
1 month ago
A little over 2 yrs ago I walked through the doors @ Hauptman O’Brian Wolf & Lathrop, a little nervous and a little scared. I was in a car accident on the interstate, my car was totaled and I’m thankful to be here. With their help and reassurance that everything will be fine. And it is. Jeremiah Elliott and his fantastic staff kept me well informed through out the process. It took patients on my part and time to heal too. They were always there to answer my question and so kind. I would recommend their legal service’s for any type of situation you might be in. It will only take a little time to tell your story or situation and listen to what they say. They are there to help you through the legal process and protect you. I will say I’m grateful for their compassion and knowledge of the legal process. I couldn’t do it without them. Thanks to them my case was successful.
Dan Aitken
1 month ago
Fortunately I haven’t required their legal services, but I have made use of their “Safe Ride Home” program. I feel safer knowing that this service is available for everyone, not just clients, during the holidays.
Connor Villen
1 month ago
First time getting into a motor vehicle accident and the team was really helpful during this process. The piece that made me feel better to work with the Hauptman Bellevue office was that they were always asking how I was doing. The office really ensured my health and recovery was the priority. They made me comfortable throughout the whole process, and would recommend anyone in a motor vehicle accident to reach out to this office. Thank you all!
Hannah Miller
1 month ago
Fantastic job!! I am so grateful they kept me updated through every step of the process. Thank you so much!
Tiera Robinette
1 month ago
Was a pleasure working with the team. They really fought for us
Michael Ciaccio
1 month ago
Great communication and amazing work this group did with my settlement
Laron Stewart
1 month ago
David cripe is very helpful he will get the job done and get you a good amount of money for your case..I would recommend him to anybody that being injured in a accident thank you David and staff…
Sadie Hall
2 months ago
David O’Neill and his team were wonderful. I was in a car accident with my young son that left me with no vehicle and a broken arm. I was getting overwhelmed with phone calls from insurance and hospitals while trying to heal and care for my two young sons. David and his team took care of every communication and kept me in the loop about how things were progressing. Definitely recommend as he and his team are very empathetic and professional!
Jeanne Belitz Jr
2 months ago
Tim and his asst Janet made everything very easy for me the entire time so I could concentrate on healing. They communicated with me every step of the way. I was not rushed or told what to do. They let me make decisions on how we wanted to approach things. I felt heard and I was happy with the outcome. Thank you for your hard work. I will definitely be recommending you.
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