Atty. Eric J. Nelson

Atty. Eric J. Nelson

Since his admission to the Bar, Eric has practiced exclusively in the area of criminal defense establishing a solid reputation as a highly skilled attorney. Eric’s experience includes successfully representing clients charged with all levels of crimes through negotiation, jury trial and at the Court of Appeals.

Bloomington Bloomington 25 yrs experience 25 year
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Profile Summary

About Eric J. Nelson at a glance

Eric J. Nelson is a Member based in Bloomington, Minnesota, practicing at Halberg Criminal Defense. They have 25+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2001. Their practice focuses on criminal defense. Admitted to practice in Minnesota (2001) and Wisconsin (2007). Educated at Hamline University (J.D., 2001) and Eastern College (B.A., 1996). Serands clients in Bloomington, MN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Since his admission to the Bar, Eric has practiced exclusively in the area of criminal defense establishing a solid reputation as a highly skilled attorney
  • Eric’s experience includes successfully representing clients charged with all levels of crimes through negotiation, jury trial and at the Court of Appeals
  • Eric’sexperience includes homicide, sex offenses, drug offenses, assaults and hundreds of DWI and alcohol-related traffic offenses
  • Eric has also represented individuals faced with civil commitment as a sexually psychopathic personality/sexually dangerous person

Practice Areas Explained

Eric J. Nelson's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Minnesota

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

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Common questions about Eric J. Nelson

Where is Eric J. Nelson's law office located?
Eric J. Nelson's law practice is located in Bloomington, Minnesota. The firm is Halberg Criminal Defense. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Eric J. Nelson handle?
Eric J. Nelson focuses on criminal defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Minnesota.
How long has Eric J. Nelson practiced law?
Eric J. Nelson has 25+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2001.
Where did Eric J. Nelson go to law school?
Eric J. Nelson earned their education at (J.D., 2001); (B.A., 1996).
How can I contact Eric J. Nelson for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Hamline University
- 2001
B.A.
Eastern College
- 1996

Bar Admissions

Minnesota
Admitted: 2001
Wisconsin
Admitted: 2007

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