Atty. Della S. Nelson

Atty. Della S. Nelson

Della S. Nelson is a lawyer practicing personal injury litigation, traumatic brain injury litigation, car accident litigation and 6 other areas of law.

Denver Denver 42 yrs experience 42 year
Call (303) 468-0261 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Della S. Nelson at a glance

Della S. Nelson is a car accidents, medical malpractice, personal injury, tbi/sci, and litigation attorney based in Denver, Colorado. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1984), U.S. District Court, Central District of Illinois and U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit (1985), Colorado (1993), and U.S. District Court, District of Colorado (1996). Educated at Southern Illinois University (J.D., 1984) and Southern Illinois University (B.A., 1980). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Denver, Colorado and American Bar Associations Colorado Defense Lawyers Association Defense Research Institute. Serands clients in Denver, CO and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Della S. Nelson is a lawyer practicing personal injury litigation, traumatic brain injury litigation, car accident litigation and 6 other areas of law
  • Della received a B.A. degree from Southern Illinois University in 1980, and has been licensed for 42 years
  • Della practices in Denver, CO

Practice Areas Explained

Della S. Nelson's Areas of Practice

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

Car Accidents

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

Della S. Nelson is one of 36,807 car accidents attorneys indexed nationally. Browse car accidents attorneys in Colorado →

Medical Malpractice

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

Della S. Nelson is one of 49,086 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice attorneys in Colorado →

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.

Della S. Nelson is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Colorado →

Brain & Spinal Cord Injury

Della S. Nelson is one of 10,267 tbi/sci attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tbi/sci attorneys in Colorado →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Della S. Nelson is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Colorado →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Colorado

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Della S. Nelson

Where is Della S. Nelson's law office located?
Della S. Nelson's law practice is located in Denver, Colorado. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Della S. Nelson handle?
Della S. Nelson focuses on car accidents, medical malpractice, personal injury, tbi/sci, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Colorado.
How long has Della S. Nelson practiced law?
Della S. Nelson has 42+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1984.
Where did Della S. Nelson go to law school?
Della S. Nelson earned their education at (J.D., 1984); (B.A., 1980).
How can I contact Della S. Nelson for a consultation?
You can contact Della S. 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 Della S. Nelson received?
Della S. Nelson's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Southern Illinois University
- 1984
B.A.
Southern Illinois University
- 1980

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1984
U.S. District Court, Central District of Illinois and U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit
Admitted: 1985
Colorado
Admitted: 1993
U.S. District Court, District of Colorado
Admitted: 1996

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