Atty. James E. Nelson

Atty. James E. Nelson

James E. Nelson is a lawyer practicing real estate law, commercial leasing law, alternative dispute resolution and 1 other area of law.

Minneapolis Minneapolis 54 Years Experience 54 year
Call (651) 461-8201

Profile Summary

About James E. Nelson at a glance

James E. Nelson is a Shareholder based in Minneapolis, Minnesota, practicing at Briggs and Morgan Professional Association. They have 54+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1972. Their practice focuses on business, real estate, and adr. Admitted to practice in Minnesota (1972). Educated at University of Minnesota (J.D., 1972) and University of Minnesota (B.A., 1969). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Minneapolis, MN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • James E. Nelson is a lawyer practicing real estate law, commercial leasing law, alternative dispute resolution and 1 other area of law
  • James E. received a B.A. degree from University of Minnesota in 1969, and has been licensed for 54 years
  • James E. practices at Briggs and Morgan Professional Association in Minneapolis, MN

Practice Areas Explained

James E. Nelson's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

James E. Nelson is one of 452,854 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Minnesota →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

James E. Nelson is one of 286,061 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Minnesota →

Mediation & Arbitration

Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.

James E. Nelson is one of 67,021 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr attorneys in Minnesota →

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 Minneapolis 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 venue, 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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about James E. Nelson

Where is James E. Nelson's law office located?
James E. Nelson's law practice is located in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The firm is Briggs and Morgan Professional Association. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James E. Nelson handle?
James E. Nelson focuses on business, real estate, adr. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Minnesota.
How long has James E. Nelson practiced law?
James E. Nelson has 54+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1972.
Where did James E. Nelson go to law school?
James E. Nelson earned their education at (J.D., 1972); (B.A., 1969).
How can I contact James E. Nelson for a consultation?
You can contact James E. 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 James E. Nelson received?
James E. Nelson's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Minnesota
- 1972
B.A.
University of Minnesota
- 1969

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Minnesota
Admitted: 1972

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