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About J. Paul Nelson at a glance
J. Paul Nelson is a Member based in Henderson, Texas, practicing at J. Paul Nelson. They have 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, personal injury, criminal defense, and family law. Admitted to practice in Texas Texas Eastern District Court Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals (1986). Educated at Baylor University School of Law (J.D., 1986) and University of Texas at Tyler (B.B.A., 1983). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of Rusk County and American Bar Associations State Bar of Texas East Texas Trial Lawyers Association. Serands clients in Henderson, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Mr. J. Paul Nelson is a lawyer practicing personal injury, family, criminal and 9 other areas of law
- J. received a B.B.A. degree from University of Texas at Tyler in 1983, and has been licensed for 40 years
- J. practices at J. Paul Nelson in Henderson, TX
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J. Paul Nelson is one of 104,171 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Texas →
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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. Paul Nelson is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Texas →
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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Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
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Why local counsel matters in Texas
Practicing law in Texas. Legal matters in Texas are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Henderson are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Texas state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Texas 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 Texas courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
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