Patricia L. Vannoy

Patricia (Patti) is a Lincoln native who garnered a wide variety of experience by clerking for two different law firms before joining Mattson Ricketts. She brings to the practice of law her skills as a former journalist, including a flair for research, investigatory instincts and an extensive writing background. She also takes her favorite part of journalism -- getting to the heart of what matters to people -- and translates it into her general law practice. Outside of the office, Patti enjoys golf, reading, cooking, travel, power vinyasa flow yoga, and of course, Big Red football.

Education:

University of Nebraska College of Law, J.D. with Distinction, 2009

Nebraska Law Review

Nebraska Moot Court Board

Regents Law Scholar

Programs of Concentrated Study: Business Transactions, Family Law

University of Nebraska-Lincoln, B.J. with Highest Distinction, 2005

Majors: News-Editorial Journalism, Sociology

Phi Beta Kappa

Chancellor's Scholar graduating with a 4.0 GPA

Regents Scholar

National Merit Scholar

Kiewit Foundation Scholar

Professional Affiliations & Achievements:

Nebraska State Bar Association

Lincoln Bar Association

Colorado Bar Association

Denver Bar Association

Licensed to practice in State and Federal courts in Nebraska and State court in Colorado

Author:

R.I.P.: The Federal Common Law Waiver Approach to Retirement Plan Death Benefits Finally Rests in Peace After Kennedy v. Plan Administrator for DuPont Savings & Investment Plan, 497 F.3d 426 (5th Cir. 2007), aff'd 129 S. Ct. 865 (2009), 88 Neb. L. Rev. 204 (2009).

Community Involvement:

Alpha Phi Nu Chapter Advisory Board

Cather Circle