MEMBER OF CONGRESS

Mike Flood

Republican NE 4 statements translated

Flood repeatedly praises and highlights the work of rural lawyers from his district, emphasizing their selfless service and positive impact on local communities. He focuses on recognizing these lawyers and their admirable qualities, but does not appear to have a broader policy agenda based on the statements provided.

House of Representatives

Celebrating Rural Lawyer Julie Bear

2026-09-02

“I want to talk about a good rural lawyer. He helps people with many things. He has worked for 17 years. He went to law school. People trust him. He is a good lawyer. I want to praise him on the House floor.”

Official Congressional Record

Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize an often overlooked segment of our Nation's legal profession: rural lawyers. Across our First District and in many of our communities, rural lawyers represent the very best of the profession: selfless service and meaningful local impact. Today, I highlight the distinguished career of Tim Wollmer of David City with a practice spanning family law, business matters, civil litigation, estate planning, criminal defense, and more. Tim's integrity and steadfast commitment to the truth exemplify the vital role lawyers play in their communities. As an attorney, Tim has provided essential legal services to central and eastern Nebraska for more than 17 years, helping individuals and families navigate complex legal and financial matters. A graduate of Creighton University School of Law, Tim has earned the trust and the respect of the David City community and the surrounding areas. Mr. Speaker, I am proud to recognize Tim's accomplishments and his service today on the House floor.

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“I want to celebrate a rural lawyer. She is a good lawyer. She works hard. She helps her community. I used to be her coach. She has done a lot for Nebraska. We should be proud of her work.”

Official Congressional Record

Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize an often overlooked segment of our Nation's legal profession: rural lawyers. Across our First District and in many of our communities, rural lawyers represent the very best of the profession: selfless service and meaningful local impact. Today, I highlight the work of Norfolk's own Bre Flaherty. Through her career at the Platte County Attorney's Office, Bre built a strong reputation for excellence and community service, earning her appointment earlier this year as a county court judge in Nebraska's Fifth Judicial District. Her professionalism, grit, and passion for juvenile law have all paved the way for success in serving fellow Nebraskans. Earning her J.D. from the University of Nebraska College of Law, she has remained engaged in giving back to the communities and the experiences that shaped her. Mr. Speaker, I am truly honored to highlight Bre's work. I remember her as a mock trial student when I was the team coach. She should be celebrated for her community service and her integrity, which continue to guide her career.

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“I want to celebrate a rural lawyer. He is a good lawyer. He helped people who were accused of a crime they did not commit. He got them a lot of money. Even though he could work in a big city, he chooses to help people in small towns. We should be proud of his work.”

Official Congressional Record

Mr. Speaker, today, I rise to recognize an often- overlooked segment of our legal profession: rural lawyers. Across our First District and in communities throughout our State, rural lawyers represent the very best of the profession, selfless service, and meaningful local impact. Today, I highlight and detail the larger-than-life career of Doug Stratton of Norfolk. Doug's focus areas include criminal defense, civil litigation, as well as domestic work. Many of you may have already heard of Doug through his breakthrough relitigation of the Beatrice Six. In sum, thanks to his belief in his clients' wrongful conviction and new evidence, Doug was able to award the defendants nearly $30 million from the United States Supreme Court. A native of northeast Nebraska, Doug worked as a small-town lawyer after he earned his J.D. from Yale Law School. Even when big-town law firms came to him to take up cases, Doug continuously worked on behalf of rural Nebraskans. Mr. Speaker, I am honored to highlight Doug's remarkable career and reputation.

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“I want to recognize a lawyer from a small town. She is a good lawyer. She helps people with many legal problems. She even helped a person who was accused of a crime they did not commit. We should be proud of her good work.”

Official Congressional Record

Mr. Speaker, today, I rise to recognize an often overlooked segment of our Nation's legal profession: rural lawyers. Across our First District and in many of our communities, rural lawyers represent the very best of the profession, selfless service, and meaningful local impact. Today, I want to highlight the remarkable work of Julie Bear of Plattsmouth, specializing in criminal defense, family law, estate planning, personal injury, and more. Julie has built a reputation that is nothing short of exceptional. Before joining her firm, she served as a public defender for Cass County. In that role, she achieved the dismissal of a double-murder charge against a court-appointed client who had been wrongly accused. She is a graduate of Creighton University School of Law. She consistently rises to the occasion and goes above and beyond for her clients. Mr. Speaker, I am honored to recognize her accomplishments and commend her as one of Nebraska's most skilled rural criminal defense attorneys.

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