Atty. J. David Nelson

Atty. J. David Nelson

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Sandy Sandy 46 yrs experience 46 year
Call (385) 399-6372 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About J. David Nelson at a glance

J. David Nelson is a Member based in Sandy, Utah, practicing at Nelson, Snuffer, Dahle & Poulsen, P.C.. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Their practice focuses on personal injury, ip, and construction. Admitted to practice in Utah (1980) and U.S. District Court, District of Utah and U.S. Court of Appeals, Tenth Circuit registered to practic (1983). Educated at Brigham Young University (J.D. M.E., 1980) and Brigham Young University (M.E. Mississippi, 1972). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Utah State Bar American Trial Lawyers Association Utah Trial Lawyers Association American Society of Civil Engineers. Serands clients in Sandy, UT and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. J. David Nelson is a lawyer practicing personal injury, construction law, intellectual property
  • J. received a degree from Brigham Young University in 1972, and has been licensed for 46 years
  • J. practices at Nelson, Snuffer, Dahle & Poulsen, P.C. in Sandy, UT

Practice Areas Explained

J. David Nelson's Areas of Practice

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

Personal Injury

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.

J. David Nelson is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Utah →

Intellectual Property

IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.

J. David Nelson is one of 106,079 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in Utah →

Construction Law

J. David Nelson is one of 40,689 construction attorneys indexed nationally. Browse construction attorneys in Utah →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Utah

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about J. David Nelson

Where is J. David Nelson's law office located?
J. David Nelson's law practice is located in Sandy, Utah. The firm is Nelson, Snuffer, Dahle & Poulsen, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does J. David Nelson handle?
J. David Nelson focuses on personal injury, ip, construction. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Utah.
How long has J. David Nelson practiced law?
J. David Nelson has 46+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1980.
Where did J. David Nelson go to law school?
J. David Nelson earned their education at (J.D. M.E., 1980); (M.E. Mississippi, 1972).
How can I contact J. David Nelson for a consultation?
You can contact J. David 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 J. David Nelson received?
J. David Nelson's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D. M.E.
Brigham Young University
- 1980
M.E. Mississippi
Brigham Young University
- 1972

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Utah
Admitted: 1980
U.S. District Court, District of Utah and U.S. Court of Appeals, Tenth Circuit registered to practic
Admitted: 1983

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