Atty. Gary B. Nelson

Atty. Gary B. Nelson

Gary B. Nelson is a lawyer practicing social security disability, workers compensation.

Cedar Rapids Cedar Rapids 35 yrs experience 35 year
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About Gary B. Nelson at a glance

Gary B. Nelson is an Associate based in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, practicing at Rush & Nicholson, P.L.C.. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Their practice focuses on workers comp and ssd. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1991), U.S. District Court, Southern District of Illinois (1992), U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit (1995), and Iowa (2006). Educated at Southern Illinois University College of Law (J.D., 1991) and University of Iowa (B.A., 1986). Recognitions include CV Notable. Active member of Iowa and Illinois State Bar Associations Linn County Bar Association Iowa Association of Workers’ Compensation Lawyers Worker’s Injury Law and Advocacy Group (WILG) Iowa Association for Justice. Serands clients in Cedar Rapids, IA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Gary B. Nelson is a lawyer practicing social security disability, workers compensation
  • Gary B. received a B.A. degree from University of Iowa in 1986, and has been licensed for 35 years
  • Gary B. practices at Rush & Nicholson, P.L.C. in Cedar Rapids, IA

Practice Areas Explained

Gary B. Nelson's Areas of Practice

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

Workers Compensation

Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

Gary B. Nelson is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Iowa →

Social Security Disability

SSDI and SSI attorneys for disability claims, denied benefits, and Social Security appeals.

Gary B. Nelson is one of 26,532 ssd attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ssd attorneys in Iowa →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Iowa

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Gary B. Nelson

Where is Gary B. Nelson's law office located?
Gary B. Nelson's law practice is located in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. The firm is Rush & Nicholson, P.L.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Gary B. Nelson handle?
Gary B. Nelson focuses on workers comp, ssd. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Iowa.
How long has Gary B. Nelson practiced law?
Gary B. Nelson has 35+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1991.
Where did Gary B. Nelson go to law school?
Gary B. Nelson earned their education at (J.D., 1991); (B.A., 1986).
How can I contact Gary B. Nelson for a consultation?
You can contact Gary B. 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 Gary B. Nelson received?
Gary B. Nelson's notable recognition includes: CV Notable.

Education

J.D.
Southern Illinois University College of Law
- 1991
B.A.
University of Iowa
- 1986

Awards

CV Notable

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1991
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Illinois
Admitted: 1992
U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit
Admitted: 1995
Iowa
Admitted: 2006

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