Atty. Cassandra S. Nelson

Atty. Cassandra S. Nelson

Cassandra S. Nelson , an associate in the law firm of Nelson & Nelson, P.A. in North Miami Beach, Florida.

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Profile Summary

About Cassandra S. Nelson at a glance

Cassandra S. Nelson is a Shareholder based in North Miami Beach, Florida, practicing at Nelson & Nelson, P.A.. They have 9+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2017. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, tax, and poa. Admitted to practice in Florida (2017). Educated at Emory University (J.D., 2017) and University of Miami (B.A., 2013). Serands clients in North Miami Beach, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Cassandra S. Nelson, an associate in the law firm of Nelson & Nelson, P.A. in North Miami Beach, Florida
  • She practices primarily in the areas of estate planning, asset protection, tax, special needs trusts, guardianships, and probate administration
  • Cassandra was admitted to the Florida Bar in September 2017 and joined the firm as an associate in October 2017
  • She received her B.A. from the University of Miami in 2013 and her J.D. from Emory University School of Law in 2017
  • Cassandra is recognized in Ones To Watch in the practice area of Trusts and Estates in the 2022 edition of The Best Lawyers in America©
  • Cassandra has co-authored several articles in the area of financial elder exploitation with her father and shareholder of Nelson & Nelson, Barry A. Nelson
  • Cassandra Nelson is involved with The Victory Center for Autism and Behavioral Challenges (a not-for-profit corporation)
  • As the older sister of a 23-year-old brother with severe autism, Cassandra has a unique interest in assisting children with disabilities and their families
  • As an attorney, she does so by counseling on the creation of special needs trusts for such children and establishing guardianships before turning 18 years of age

Practice Areas Explained

Cassandra S. Nelson's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

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Probate

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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.

Cassandra S. Nelson is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Florida →

Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

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Power of Attorney

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Florida

Practicing law in Florida. Legal matters in Florida are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in North Miami Beach are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Florida state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Florida 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 Florida courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Cassandra S. Nelson

Where is Cassandra S. Nelson's law office located?
Cassandra S. Nelson's law practice is located in North Miami Beach, Florida. The firm is Nelson & Nelson, P.A.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Cassandra S. Nelson handle?
Cassandra S. Nelson focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, tax, poa. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has Cassandra S. Nelson practiced law?
Cassandra S. Nelson has 9+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2017.
Where did Cassandra S. Nelson go to law school?
Cassandra S. Nelson earned their education at (J.D., 2017); (B.A., 2013).
How can I contact Cassandra S. Nelson for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Emory University
- 2017
B.A.
University of Miami
- 2013

Bar Admissions

Florida
Admitted: 2017

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