Gary Peterson is the owner and lead attorney for Peterson Legal Services, P.C., L.L.O.  He received his Juris Doctorate from the University of Nebraska, Lincoln, class of 1999.  Gary started practicing law in 2000 in Broken Bow.  He then moved his practice to Ord in 2016. Gary’s primary practice areas include estate planning, probate, criminal, juvenile, and family litigation, as well as real estate transactions and leases.  

Gary’s hobbies include spending time fishing at Sherman Reservoir near Loup City, Nebraska, where he and his family reside.  He also enjoys hunting including upland birds, waterfowl, and deer.  Gary takes pleasure in league golfing at both Loup City and Calamus Golf Courses.  He also spends time helping his family with many types of construction projects and has spent time as a volunteer coach for many years in youth baseball, youth basketball, and was a volunteer assistant for junior high football. He also enjoys bowling and has participated in league bowling in the past. 

Gary has been involved with the Nebraska One Box since the year 2000 and during that time served as a new team score keeper for 17 consecutive years.  He spent the last several years participating as a One Box Hunt Board Member.  Gary also worked with the Nebraska Area Community Foundation to create the Thedford Area Community Foundation and served as the boards initial President. He also serves as a board member for GROW Nebraska.  He was a member of Congressman Tom Osborn’s Rural Economic and Entrepreneurial Development Team.  Gary appreciates spending time with his family, including his grandson. During the summer he likes fishing off his dock and boat. 

Christian joined the Peterson Legal Team as an associate attorney in 2022.  He graduated with his Juris Doctorate from the University of Nebraska with a concentration in Constitutional Law.  His practice emphasis is in litigation and practices in areas such as criminal, family, juvenile, and contract law.  He also provides legal services outside of litigation such as estate planning and entity formation.  He enjoys the practice of law because he finds the work enriching while he assists clients in achieving their representation goals.

Before becoming an attorney, he had a 9-year career in the Active Duty Air Force.  He served in South Korea, Kansas, Great Britain, Kosovo, and Turkey.  He was honorably discharged in 2019. 

Outside of practicing law, Christian spends his time with his wife Lauren and their dog Pepper.

"Little things make a big difference" — Yogi Berra

Megan Peterson has been with Peterson Legal Services, P.C., L.L.O. part time since April of 2020.  Megan’s educational background includes Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting from Hastings College in May of 2016 and a Master’s Degree in Professional Accountancy from the University of Nebraska Lincoln in May of 2019.  Megan’s primary role at the firm is managing the billing process and legal assistant for criminal matters.  Megan handles everything from taking payments to filing pleadings.  

In her free time, Megan enjoys spending time at her family home on Sherman Reservoir and going on walks with her dog, Ella.  Megan also enjoys attending Husker Volleyball games with her mother. 

“Never Let Good Enough Be Enough” — unknown.

Reba Mulder joined the Peterson Legal Team in 2023.  Reba serves as the invaluable first point of contact at Peterson Legal Services, where she holds the role of legal secretary.  Since joining the firm, Reba has been instrumental in managing schedules, fostering positive client relationships, and handling various clerical tasks essential to the firm's operations.

Away from the legal arena, Reba cherishes moments with her husband and children, finding solace in family gatherings and creating lasting memories together. Whether it's organizing outdoor adventures or engaging in family game nights, Reba treasures every moment spent with her loved ones.

"I've learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel." — Maya Angelou

Samantha joined the Peterson Legal Team in 2024, bringing a wealth of experience in clerical roles.  As the first point of contact at Peterson Legal Services, Samantha serves as a dedicated legal secretary, expertly managing schedules, nurturing positive client relationships, and overseeing a variety of clerical tasks critical to the firm's success.

Beyond her professional contributions, Samantha is a driven individual with entrepreneurial ambitions.  Outside of work, she actively pursues her goals, channeling her passion for growth and innovation into her personal endeavors.  She is married to her husband Ben and they have a a blue heeler Dally together.

 "Things do not happen. Things are made to happen." — John F. Kennedy

The IT team

Meet our IT dynamic duo who keep our business running smoothly. With over 15 years of experience, Justin is a seasoned IT professional who founded StraightUp Support and is committed to staying ahead of the latest technological advancements.  Keithan is a skilled technician bringing over a decade of experience in network infrastructure and security, and provides exceptional customer service and support. Together, they make an unbeatable team that ensures our technology is always up to date, secure, and efficient.