Atty. Benjamin R. Neilson
Benjamin R. Neilson is a lawyer practicing business and finance, family wealth management, family and 1 other area of law.
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Benjamin R. Neilson is a Senior Counsel based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, practicing at Ballard Spahr LLP. They have 62+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1964. Their practice focuses on family law, estate planning, and business. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1964). Educated at Harvard Law School (LL.B., 1963) and Harvard University (A.B., 1960). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and American Bar Associations American College of Estate and Trust Counsel. Serands clients in Philadelphia, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Benjamin R. Neilson is a lawyer practicing business and finance, family wealth management, family and 1 other area of law
- Benjamin received a A.B. degree from Harvard University in 1960, and has been licensed for 62 years
- Benjamin practices at Ballard Spahr LLP in Philadelphia, PA
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Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Benjamin R. Neilson handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.
Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
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An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
Benjamin R. Neilson is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Pennsylvania →
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Benjamin R. Neilson is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Pennsylvania →
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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 Philadelphia 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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