Atty. David Owen Nelms

Atty. David Owen Nelms

David Owen Nelms is a lawyer practicing appeals, government, ethics & professional responsibility and 1 other area of law. David received a B.A. degree from Virginia Commomwealth University in 1993, and has been licensed for 28 years.

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About David Owen Nelms at a glance

David Owen Nelms is a government and appellate attorney based in Blackstone, Virginia. They have 28+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1998. Admitted to practice in Virginia (1998). Educated at Widener University (J.D., 1997) and Virginia Commomwealth University (B.A., 1993). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Serands clients in Blackstone, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • David Owen Nelms is a lawyer practicing appeals, government, ethics & professional responsibility and 1 other area of law
  • David received a B.A. degree from Virginia Commomwealth University in 1993, and has been licensed for 28 years
  • David practices in Blackstone, VA

Practice Areas Explained

David Owen Nelms's Areas of Practice

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

Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

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Appellate Practice

Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.

David Owen Nelms is one of 86,319 appellate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse appellate attorneys in Virginia →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Virginia

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about David Owen Nelms

Where is David Owen Nelms's law office located?
David Owen Nelms's law practice is located in Blackstone, Virginia. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David Owen Nelms handle?
David Owen Nelms focuses on government, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Virginia.
How long has David Owen Nelms practiced law?
David Owen Nelms has 28+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1998.
Where did David Owen Nelms go to law school?
David Owen Nelms earned their education at (J.D., 1997); (B.A., 1993).
How can I contact David Owen Nelms for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has David Owen Nelms received?
David Owen Nelms's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
Widener University
- 1997
B.A.
Virginia Commomwealth University
- 1993

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Virginia
Admitted: 1998

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