Clay M. Rogers

Partner

Corporate | Commercial | Mediation | Bankruptcy | Real Estate

crogers@smithpauley.com | (402) 501-8112

Clay M. Rogers is a partner at Smith Pauley. Clay dedicates his 48 years of experience to conducting successful business transactions, addressing organizational issues confronting today's businesses and documenting business transactions to protect and advance the client's interests. Clay represents business owners, lenders, borrowers, landlords, tenants, managers and investors in all areas and manner of business transactions. As a certified mediator in both state and federal courts, Clay is able to guide negotiations toward equitable solutions and resolve disputes in a cooperative environment that preserves solid business relationships.

Practice areas

  • Commercial Law

  • Bankruptcy Law (Creditor)

  • Corporate Law

  • Mediation

  • Business Litigation

  • Commercial Litigation

  • Real Estate Law

  • Business Representation in Operational/Transactional Matters

  • Real Estate Financing

  • Banking and Finance

  • Commercial Real Estate

Education

  • University of Nebraska-Lincoln, B.A. (1970)

  • Creighton University School of Law, J.D. (1974)

Professional Affiliations

  • Nebraska State Bar Association

  • Omaha Bar Association

  • American Bankruptcy Institute

Licenses and Certifications

  • Certified mediator, state and federal courts

Bar Admissions

  • Nebraska State Bar (September 1974)

  • U.S. District Court for the District of Nebraska (September 1974)

  • 8th Circuit Court of Appeals (1974)

  • Supreme Court of the United States (2017)

Honors and Recognition

  • Distinguished® Peer Review Rated by Martindale Hubbell®

  • 2022 US News Best Law Firms

  • 2022 Best Lawyers in America

Civic and Community Service

  • Ducks Unlimited, Inc., Board of Directors and Sr. Vice-President

  • Ducks Unlimited, Canada, Board of Directors