Atty. David Lowell Nelson

Atty. David Lowell Nelson

David Lowell Nelson is a lawyer practicing personal injury, bankruptcy, bankruptcy litigation and 3 other areas of law. David received a B.A. degree from San Diego State University in 1990, and has been licensed for 32 years.

San Diego San Diego 32 yrs experience 32 year
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Profile Summary

About David Lowell Nelson at a glance

David Lowell Nelson is a Member based in San Diego, California, practicing at David L. Nelson & Associates. They have 32+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1994. Their practice focuses on wills, trusts, personal injury, estate planning, and bankruptcy. Admitted to practice in California (1994) and U.S. District Court, Southern District of California (1994). Educated at California Western School of Law (J.D., 1993) and San Diego State University (B.A., 1990). Active member of State Bar of California American Bar Association. Serands clients in San Diego, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • David Lowell Nelson is a lawyer practicing personal injury, bankruptcy, bankruptcy litigation and 3 other areas of law
  • David received a B.A. degree from San Diego State University in 1990, and has been licensed for 32 years
  • David practices at David L. Nelson & Associates in San Diego, CA

Practice Areas Explained

David Lowell Nelson's Areas of Practice

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

Wills

David Lowell Nelson is one of 34,541 wills attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wills attorneys in California →

Trusts

David Lowell Nelson is one of 104,172 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in California →

Personal Injury

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.

David Lowell Nelson is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in California →

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.

David Lowell Nelson is one of 226,537 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in California →

Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

David Lowell Nelson is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in California →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in California

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about David Lowell Nelson

Where is David Lowell Nelson's law office located?
David Lowell Nelson's law practice is located in San Diego, California. The firm is David L. Nelson & Associates. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David Lowell Nelson handle?
David Lowell Nelson focuses on wills, trusts, personal injury, estate planning, bankruptcy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has David Lowell Nelson practiced law?
David Lowell Nelson has 32+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1994.
Where did David Lowell Nelson go to law school?
David Lowell Nelson earned their education at (J.D., 1993); (B.A., 1990).
How can I contact David Lowell Nelson for a consultation?
You can contact David Lowell 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.

Education

J.D.
California Western School of Law
- 1993
B.A.
San Diego State University
- 1990

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1994
U.S. District Court, Southern District of California
Admitted: 1994

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