Eric W. Knutson

A proud native of Schuyler, Nebraska, Eric is a graduate of Wayne State College and the University of Nebraska College of Law. At Peetz Koerwitz & Lafleur, Eric’s practice will focus on administrative law, estate planning, probate and trust administration, LLC formation, construction litigation, commercial litigation, real estate, and guardianship and conservatorship.

Prior to joining the firm, Eric worked as a prosecuting attorney for 11 years, while maintaining a general practice law firm. As a prosecutor, Eric served as a deputy county attorney for several counties for over a decade, prosecuting misdemeanor and felony crimes and handling duties of juvenile court. As a general practice attorney in Northeast Nebraska, Eric represented individuals, farm corporations, financial institutions, businesses, and political subdivisions. Eric looks forward to continuing to represent his Northeast Nebraska clients, while taking his practice and expertise to the next level.

Knowing the value of community, Eric spent his time outside of the office serving on the boards of the local hospital, community foundation, civil service commission, and library foundation for many years. In addition, Eric volunteered with the local chapters of Teammates, Rotary, and Knights of Columbus. Outside of the office, Eric enjoys playing golf, watching sports, and reading history books, although his wife and three young children keep him quite busy.