Atty. Dan Franklin Nelson
Dan Franklin Nelson is a lawyer practicing criminal law, family law, personal injury and 1 other area of law. Dan received a B.S. degree from Auburn University in 1960, and has been licensed for 60 years.
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Dan Franklin Nelson is a Member based in Decatur, Alabama, practicing at Lentz Whitmire House Propst And Richardson Llp. They have 60+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1966. Their practice focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, family law, and workers comp. Admitted to practice in Alabama (1966) and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Alabama (1966). Educated at University of Alabama (LL.B., 1966) and Auburn University (B.S., 1960). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Morgan County Bar Association Alabama State Bar. Serands clients in Decatur, AL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Dan Franklin Nelson is a lawyer practicing criminal law, family law, personal injury and 1 other area of law
- Dan received a B.S. degree from Auburn University in 1960, and has been licensed for 60 years
- Dan practices at Lentz Whitmire House Propst & Richardson, LLP in Decatur, AL
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Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.
Dan Franklin Nelson is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Alabama →
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
Dan Franklin Nelson is one of 214,271 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Alabama →
Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
Dan Franklin Nelson is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Alabama →
Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.
Dan Franklin Nelson is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Alabama →
Jurisdictional Context
Why local counsel matters in Alabama
Practicing law in Alabama. Legal matters in Alabama are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Decatur are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Alabama state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Alabama 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 Alabama courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
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