“I value the opportunity to advocate for people when they need it most and help them navigate difficult circumstances with confidence.”
Soffi Vernon focuses her legal practice on litigation, including personal injury, insurance defense, and medical malpractice. She works with individuals, families, and business organizations, approaching each matter with empathy, strong communication, and a commitment to advocating for her clients.
A Client-First Approach
Soffi believes strong client relationships are built on trust, empathy, and clear communication. She takes the time to understand her clients’ circumstances and concerns, particularly when they are facing difficult or uncertain situations. Her goal is to provide thoughtful guidance and effective advocacy while helping clients feel informed and supported throughout the legal process.
Education and Advocacy Experience
Soffi earned her Juris Doctor, with distinction, from the University of Nebraska College of Law and her B.S. in Business Management and Business Law, with distinction, from the University of Nebraska–Lincoln. During her final year of law school, she participated in the Children’s Justice Clinic, where she gained experience advocating for juveniles facing difficult circumstances. She is also trained as a Guardian ad Litem in Nebraska.
Outside the Office
Outside of her legal practice, Soffi enjoys spending time with family and friends, trying new recipes, traveling, and reading.
- Fraser Stryker Summer Associate 2024-2025
- Children’s Justice Clinic Guardian ad Litem
- CALI Award for Employment Discrimination
- CALI Award for Children’s Justice Clinic
- 2025-2026 Outstanding Children’s Justice Clinic Student of the Year
- McGrath North Excellence in Legal Writing Award
- Nebraska Chapter of Order of the Barristers
Education
- Juris Doctor, with Distinction, from University of Nebraska College of Law
- Bachelor of Science in Business Management and Business Law, with Distinction from the University of Nebraska at Lincoln
Bar Admission
- Nebraska Bar
- Semester Extern for United States Magistrate Judge Michael D. Nelson for the United States District Court for the District of Nebraska