Atty. David Dean Nelson

Atty. David Dean Nelson

David Dean Nelson is a lawyer practicing residential, commercial, business and banking and 3 other areas of law. David received a B.A. degree from Cornell College in 1970, and has been licensed for 47 years.

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Profile Summary

About David Dean Nelson at a glance

David Dean Nelson is an Attorney based in Des Moines, Iowa, practicing at Whitfield & Eddy Law. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Their practice focuses on business, real estate, and zoning. Admitted to practice in Iowa (1979) and Missouri (1995). Educated at Drake University Law School (J.D., 1978) and Cornell College (B.A. Drake, 1970). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Serands clients in Des Moines, IA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • David Dean Nelson is a lawyer practicing residential, commercial, business and banking and 3 other areas of law
  • David received a B.A. degree from Cornell College in 1970, and has been licensed for 47 years
  • David practices at Whitfield & Eddy Law in Des Moines, IA

Practice Areas Explained

David Dean Nelson's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

David Dean Nelson is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Iowa →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

David Dean Nelson is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Iowa →

Land Use & Zoning

David Dean Nelson is one of 40,226 zoning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse zoning attorneys in Iowa →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Iowa

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about David Dean Nelson

Where is David Dean Nelson's law office located?
David Dean Nelson's law practice is located in Des Moines, Iowa. The firm is Whitfield & Eddy Law. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David Dean Nelson handle?
David Dean Nelson focuses on business, real estate, zoning. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Iowa.
How long has David Dean Nelson practiced law?
David Dean Nelson has 47+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1979.
Where did David Dean Nelson go to law school?
David Dean Nelson earned their education at (J.D., 1978); (B.A. Drake, 1970).
How can I contact David Dean Nelson for a consultation?
You can contact David Dean 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.
What awards or recognition has David Dean Nelson received?
David Dean Nelson's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
Drake University Law School
- 1978
B.A. Drake
Cornell College
- 1970

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Iowa
Admitted: 1979
Missouri
Admitted: 1995

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