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Atty. Deborah M Nelson

Atty. Deborah M Nelson

Deborah M Nelson is a lawyer practicing serious personal injury law, insurance, personal injury and 16 other areas of law. Deborah received a B.A. degree from Armstrong Atlantic State University in 1990, and has been licensed for 33 years.

Seattle Seattle 33 yrs experience 33 year
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Profile Summary

About Deborah M Nelson at a glance

Deborah M Nelson is an Attorney based in Seattle, Washington, practicing at Nelson Boyd, PLLC. They have 33+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1993. Their practice focuses on divorce, car accidents, medical malpractice, wrongful death, and personal injury. Admitted to practice in Washington (1993) and U.S. District Court, Western District of Washington and U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit (1995). Educated at University of Cincinnati (J.D., 1993) and Armstrong Atlantic State University (B.A., 1990). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Clallam County, Jefferson County, Washington State and American Bar Associations American Association of Justice (Member: M Club Council of Presidents) Washington State Trial Lawyers. Serands clients in Seattle, WA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Deborah M Nelson is a lawyer practicing serious personal injury law, insurance, personal injury and 16 other areas of law
  • Deborah received a B.A. degree from Armstrong Atlantic State University in 1990, and has been licensed for 33 years
  • Deborah practices at Nelson Boyd, PLLC in Seattle, WA

Practice Areas Explained

Deborah M Nelson's Areas of Practice

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

Divorce

A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.

Deborah M Nelson is one of 50,487 divorce attorneys indexed nationally. Browse divorce attorneys in Washington →

Car Accidents

Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.

Deborah M Nelson is one of 36,807 car accidents attorneys indexed nationally. Browse car accidents attorneys in Washington →

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

Deborah M Nelson is one of 49,086 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice attorneys in Washington →

Wrongful Death

Deborah M Nelson is one of 31,253 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death attorneys in Washington →

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.

Deborah M Nelson is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Washington →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Washington

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Deborah M Nelson

Where is Deborah M Nelson's law office located?
Deborah M Nelson's law practice is located in Seattle, Washington. The firm is Nelson Boyd, PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Deborah M Nelson handle?
Deborah M Nelson focuses on divorce, car accidents, medical malpractice, wrongful death, personal injury. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Washington.
How long has Deborah M Nelson practiced law?
Deborah M Nelson has 33+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1993.
Where did Deborah M Nelson go to law school?
Deborah M Nelson earned their education at (J.D., 1993); (B.A., 1990).
How can I contact Deborah M Nelson for a consultation?
You can contact Deborah M 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 Deborah M Nelson received?
Deborah M Nelson's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of Cincinnati
- 1993
B.A.
Armstrong Atlantic State University
- 1990

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Washington
Admitted: 1993
U.S. District Court, Western District of Washington and U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
Admitted: 1995

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