Atty. Jeffrey Robert Rhetts Nelson

Atty. Jeffrey Robert Rhetts Nelson

Jeffrey Robert Rhetts Nelson is a lawyer practicing immigration and naturalization. Jeffrey received a degree from University of Southern California Law School, Los Angeles CA, and has been licensed for 39 years.

Los Angeles Los Angeles 39 yrs experience 39 year
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About Jeffrey Robert Rhetts Nelson at a glance

Jeffrey Robert Rhetts Nelson is a citizenship and immigration attorney based in Los Angeles, California. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Admitted to practice in Montana (1987) and California (2014). Educated at University of La Verne, College of Law (J.D., 1978) and University of Southern California Law School, Los Angeles CA California State University Fullerton (B.A., 1973). Serands clients in Los Angeles, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Jeffrey Robert Rhetts Nelson is a lawyer practicing immigration and naturalization
  • Jeffrey received a degree from University of Southern California Law School, Los Angeles CA, and has been licensed for 39 years
  • Jeffrey practices in Los Angeles, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Jeffrey Robert Rhetts Nelson's Areas of Practice

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

Citizenship & Naturalization

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Immigration Law

Immigration attorneys help with green cards, visas, citizenship, asylum, and deportation defense. Find a verified immigration lawyer for your case.

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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 Los Angeles 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 Jeffrey Robert Rhetts Nelson

Where is Jeffrey Robert Rhetts Nelson's law office located?
Jeffrey Robert Rhetts Nelson's law practice is located in Los Angeles, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Jeffrey Robert Rhetts Nelson handle?
Jeffrey Robert Rhetts Nelson focuses on citizenship, immigration. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Jeffrey Robert Rhetts Nelson practiced law?
Jeffrey Robert Rhetts Nelson has 39+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1987.
Where did Jeffrey Robert Rhetts Nelson go to law school?
Jeffrey Robert Rhetts Nelson earned their education at (J.D., 1978); (B.A., 1973).
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Education

J.D.
University of La Verne, College of Law
- 1978
B.A.
University of Southern California Law School, Los Angeles CA California State University Fullerton
- 1973

Bar Admissions

Montana
Admitted: 1987
California
Admitted: 2014

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