Atty. James I. Nelson

Atty. James I. Nelson

James I. Nelson is a lawyer practicing estate planning.

Tustin Tustin 54 yrs experience 54 year
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Profile Summary

About James I. Nelson at a glance

James I. Nelson is a Member based in Tustin, California, practicing at James I Nelson. They have 54+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1972. Their practice focuses on estate planning. Admitted to practice in Indiana (1972), Illinois (1973), U.S. District Court, District of Illinois (1973), and Michigan (1977). Educated at John Marshall Law School (J.D., 1972) and Saint Frances (B.A., 1968). Serands clients in Tustin, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James I. Nelson is a lawyer practicing estate planning
  • James I. received a B.A. degree from Saint Frances in 1968, and has been licensed for 54 years
  • James I. practices at James I. Nelson in Tustin, CA

Practice Areas Explained

James I. Nelson's Areas of Practice

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

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

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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 Tustin 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 andnue, 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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about James I. Nelson

Where is James I. Nelson's law office located?
James I. Nelson's law practice is located in Tustin, California. The firm is James I Nelson. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James I. Nelson handle?
James I. Nelson focuses on estate planning. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has James I. Nelson practiced law?
James I. Nelson has 54+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1972.
Where did James I. Nelson go to law school?
James I. Nelson earned their education at (J.D., 1972); (B.A., 1968).
How can I contact James I. Nelson for a consultation?
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
John Marshall Law School
- 1972
B.A.
Saint Frances
- 1968

Bar Admissions

Indiana
Admitted: 1972
Illinois
Admitted: 1973
U.S. District Court, District of Illinois
Admitted: 1973
Michigan
Admitted: 1977
California
Admitted: 1992

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