Atty. Edgar Roy Nield
Attorney Edgar R. Nield concentrates his practice on medical malpractice cases, of which he has handled hundreds, many of which led to successful jury verdicts, in more than 25 years of professional practice.
Construction Litigation & More Attorney · Serving San Diego, CA · 42+ Years Experience
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About Edgar Roy Nield at a Glance
Edgar Roy Nield is an Associate based in San Diego, California, practicing at Frantz Law Group Aplc. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Their practice focuses on medical malpractice, personal injury, and construction. Admitted to practice in Colorado (1984), California (1988), and Washington (2018). Educated at University of Denver (M.B.A. University, 1984) and University of Denver College of Law (J.D., 1983). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of San Diego Bar Association State Bar of California Riverside County Bar Association North San Diego County Bar Consumer Attorneys of San Diego American Bar Association. Serves clients in San Diego, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Edgar Roy Nield
- Attorney Edgar R. Nield concentrates his practice on medical malpractice cases, of which he has handled hundreds, many of which led to successful jury verdicts, in more than 25 years of professional practice
- For this, Mr. Nield was admitted to the prestigious American Board of Trial Advocates, or ABOTA
- In addition to his trial experience as lead counsel on medical cases, he has appeared in hundreds of mediation, settlement conferences, and arbitration matters in Riverside and San Diego County Superior Courts
- His experience includes helping both plaintiffs and healthcare professionals and entities, gaining valuable experience from both sides of many medical matters
- He is thus able to anticipate cases against our clients and has learned the value of trusting experts in the medical, nursing home, and hospital fields to help strengthen the position of our clients
- Hobbies Mr. Nield enjoys of golf, running, watching baseball and football spending time with his family
- Professional Associations and Memberships • San Diego Bar Association, Member • State Bar of California, Member • Riverside County Bar Association, Member • North San Diego County Bar, Member • Consumer Attorneys of San Diego • American Bar Association • American Board of Trial Advocates (ABOTA) • Riverside Superior Court, Mediator and Judge Pro Tem
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Edgar Roy Nield's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Edgar Roy Nield handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in San Diego.
Medical Malpractice in San Diego
Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.
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Personal Injury in San Diego
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.
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Construction Law in San Diego
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in San Diego
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 venue, 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.
San Diego Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a San Diego-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in San Diego Choose Edgar Roy Nield
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Edgar Roy Nield's practice in the field of medical malpractice, personal injury, and construction.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Edgar Roy Nield brings 42+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Colorado, California, and Washington, Edgar Roy Nield can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering medical malpractice, personal injury, and construction, Edgar Roy Nield can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in San Diego
A San Diego-based practice means Edgar Roy Nield attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Edgar Roy Nield Handles in San Diego
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