Atty. Doug Nelson

Atty. Doug Nelson

Doug Nelson is a lawyer practicing estate planning, real estate law, business law and 4 other areas of law. Doug received a B.S. degree from Pennsylvania State University in 1992, and has been licensed for 29 years.

Chagrin Falls Chagrin Falls 29 Years Experience 29 year
Call (440) 568-5737

About

  • Doug Nelson is a lawyer practicing estate planning, real estate law, business law and 4 other areas of law
  • Doug received a B.S. degree from Pennsylvania State University in 1992, and has been licensed for 29 years
  • Doug practices at Calkins Law Firm in Chagrin Falls, OH

Profile Summary

About Doug Nelson at a glance

Doug Nelson is a trusts, estate planning, business, and real estate attorney based in Chagrin Falls, Ohio. They have 29+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1997. They practice at Calkins Law Firm. Serving clients in Chagrin Falls, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

Practice Areas Explained

Doug Nelson's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

Doug Nelson is one of 94,411 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Ohio →

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.

Doug Nelson is one of 203,974 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Ohio →

Business & Corporate Law

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

Doug Nelson is one of 452,854 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Ohio →

Real Estate Law

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

Doug Nelson is one of 286,061 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Ohio →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Ohio

Practicing law in Ohio. Legal matters in Ohio are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Chagrin Falls are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Ohio state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Ohio brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Ohio courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Doug Nelson

Where is Doug Nelson's law office located?
Doug Nelson's law practice is located in Chagrin Falls, Ohio. The firm is Calkins Law Firm. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Doug Nelson handle?
Doug Nelson focuses on trusts, estate planning, business, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Ohio.
How long has Doug Nelson practiced law?
Doug Nelson has 29+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1997.
Where did Doug Nelson go to law school?
Doug Nelson earned their education at (J.D., 1996); (B.S. Economics, 1992).
How can I contact Doug Nelson for a consultation?
You can contact Doug 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 Doug Nelson received?
Doug Nelson's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Cleveland-Marshall College of Law
- 1996
B.S. Economics
Pennsylvania State University
- 1992

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1997
Ohio
Admitted: 2005

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