Atty. Amy L. Nelson

Atty. Amy L. Nelson

Amy L. Nelson is a lawyer practicing estate planning, probate, elder law and 1 other area of law.

York York 35 yrs experience 35 year
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Profile Summary

About Amy L. Nelson at a glance

Amy L. Nelson is a probate, estate planning, elder law, and education attorney based in York, Pennsylvania. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1991). Educated at Dickinson School of Law of the Pennsylvania State University (J.D., 1991) and Pennsylvania State University (B.S., 1985). Serands clients in York, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Amy L. Nelson is a lawyer practicing estate planning, probate, elder law and 1 other area of law
  • Amy received a B.S. degree from Pennsylvania State University in 1985, and has been licensed for 35 years
  • Amy practices in York, PA

Practice Areas Explained

Amy L. Nelson's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Amy L. Nelson handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Probate

Amy L. Nelson is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

Amy L. Nelson is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Elder Law

Elder law attorneys for Medicaid planning, long-term care, guardianship, conservatorship, and elder abuse.

Amy L. Nelson is one of 53,430 elder law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse elder law attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Education Law

Education attorneys for special education (IEP), school discipline, Title IX, and student rights.

Amy L. Nelson is one of 24,079 education attorneys indexed nationally. Browse education attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Pennsylvania

Practicing law in Pennsylvania. Legal matters in Pennsylvania are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in York are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Pennsylvania state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Pennsylvania brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Pennsylvania courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Amy L. Nelson

Where is Amy L. Nelson's law office located?
Amy L. Nelson's law practice is located in York, Pennsylvania. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Amy L. Nelson handle?
Amy L. Nelson focuses on probate, estate planning, elder law, education. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Pennsylvania.
How long has Amy L. Nelson practiced law?
Amy L. Nelson has 35+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1991.
Where did Amy L. Nelson go to law school?
Amy L. Nelson earned their education at (J.D., 1991); (B.S., 1985).
How can I contact Amy L. Nelson for a consultation?
You can contact Amy L. Nelson directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.

Education

J.D.
Dickinson School of Law of the Pennsylvania State University
- 1991
B.S.
Pennsylvania State University
- 1985

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1991

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