Atty. Eric John Nelson

Atty. Eric John Nelson

Eric John Nelson is a lawyer practicing employment & labor, criminal defense. Eric received a degree from Santa Clara Univ SOL, Santa Clara, CA, and has been licensed for 21 years.

Santa Cruz Santa Cruz 21 Years Experience 21 year
Call (831) 266-4729

Profile Summary

About Eric John Nelson at a glance

Eric John Nelson is a criminal defense and employment attorney based in Santa Cruz, California. They have 21+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2005. Admitted to practice in Iowa (2005) and Admitted to The State Bar of California (2012). Educated at Santa Clara Univ SOL, Santa Clara, CA Univ of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA (—). Serves clients in Santa Cruz, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Eric John Nelson is a lawyer practicing employment & labor, criminal defense
  • Eric received a degree from Santa Clara Univ SOL, Santa Clara, CA, and has been licensed for 21 years
  • Eric practices in Santa Cruz, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Eric John Nelson's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Eric John 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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Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in California

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 Santa Cruz 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.

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Where is Eric John Nelson's law office located?
Eric John Nelson's law practice is located in Santa Cruz, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Eric John Nelson handle?
Eric John Nelson focuses on criminal defense, employment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Eric John Nelson practiced law?
Eric John Nelson has 21+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2005.
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Education

Santa Clara Univ SOL, Santa Clara, CA Univ of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA
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Bar Admissions

Iowa
Admitted: 2005
Admitted to The State Bar of California
Admitted: 2012

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