Estate Planning | Probate & Trust Administration | Charitable & Nonprofit Planning | Business Succession Planning

nmontague@smithpauley.com | (402) 501-8122

Nick Montague is a partner at Smith Pauley. He develops personalized estate planning solutions for individuals and families throughout Iowa, Nebraska, and Missouri. He guides clients through a holistic approach to planning; identifying specific strategies and implementing plans to meet the needs of the client. He develops multigenerational relationships to ensure the legacy of the client and ensure continuity of planning.

His practice ranges from the traditional estate planning (e.g. powers of attorney, wills and trusts) to asset protection and wealth transfer strategies. He has dedicated himself to continued learning and has attained the designation of Chartered Advisor in Philanthropy CAP® where he developed the skills necessary to help guide clients through strategic and intentional gifting.  

Education

• University of Arkansas, B.A. (2010)

• Creighton University School of Law, J.D. (2013)

• American College of Financial Services, CAP®

Bar Admissions

• State of Nebraska

• State of Iowa

• State of Missouri

• State of Montana (inactive)

Professional Affiliations

• Nebraska State Bar Association

• Iowa Bar Association

• Missouri Bar Association

• Omaha Estate Planning Council

Honors and Recognition

• Super Lawyers - Great Plains “Rising Star” (2018-2022)

• Best Lawyers in America - “Ones to Watch” (2024)