Litigation & More Attorney · Serving Houlton, ME · 49+ Years Experience
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About Daniel R. Nelson at a Glance
Daniel R. Nelson is a Member based in Houlton, Maine, practicing at Severson, Hand & Nelson, P.A.. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Their practice focuses on real estate and litigation. Admitted to practice in Maine (1977). Educated at Oklahoma City University (J.D., 1976) and Ricker College (B.A., 1974). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Aroostook County and Maine State Bar Associations Maine Trial Lawyers Association The Association of Trial Lawyers of America. Serves clients in Houlton, ME and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Daniel R. Nelson
- Mr. Daniel R. Nelson is a lawyer practicing litigation, real estate
- Daniel received a B.A. degree from Ricker College in 1974, and has been licensed for 49 years
- Daniel practices at Severson, Hand & Nelson, P.A. in Houlton, ME
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Daniel R. Nelson's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Daniel R. Nelson handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Houlton.
Real Estate Law in Houlton
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
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Civil Litigation in Houlton
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Houlton
Practicing law in Maine. Legal matters in Maine are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Houlton are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Maine state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Maine brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Maine courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Houlton Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Houlton-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Houlton Choose Daniel R. Nelson
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Daniel R. Nelson's practice in the field of real estate and litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Daniel R. Nelson brings 49+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering real estate and litigation, Daniel R. Nelson can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Houlton
A Houlton-based practice means Daniel R. Nelson attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Daniel R. Nelson Handles in Houlton
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