Atty. Jeffrey S. Nelson

Atty. Jeffrey S. Nelson

Jeffrey S. Nelson is a lawyer practicing products liability, personal injury.

Kansas City Kansas City 46 yrs experience 46 year
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Profile Summary

About Jeffrey S. Nelson at a glance

Jeffrey S. Nelson is a Partner based in Kansas City, Missouri, practicing at Shook, Hardy & Bacon L.L.P.. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Their practice focuses on personal injury and product liability. Admitted to practice in Kansas (1980), Missouri (1982), U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit (2006), and U.S. District Court, Western District of Missouri and U.S. District Court, District of Kansas (2007). Educated at University of Kansas School of Law (J.D., 1980) and University of Kansas (B.S. Accounting, 1977). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Kansas City, MO and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Jeffrey S. Nelson is a lawyer practicing products liability, personal injury
  • Jeffrey received a B.S. degree from University of Kansas in 1977, and has been licensed for 46 years
  • Jeffrey practices at Shook, Hardy & Bacon L.L.P. in Kansas City, MO

Practice Areas Explained

Jeffrey S. Nelson's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Jeffrey S. 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.

Jeffrey S. Nelson is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Missouri →

Product Liability

Jeffrey S. Nelson is one of 66,193 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in Missouri →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Missouri

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Jeffrey S. Nelson

Where is Jeffrey S. Nelson's law office located?
Jeffrey S. Nelson's law practice is located in Kansas City, Missouri. The firm is Shook, Hardy & Bacon L.L.P.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Jeffrey S. Nelson handle?
Jeffrey S. Nelson focuses on personal injury, product liability. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Missouri.
How long has Jeffrey S. Nelson practiced law?
Jeffrey S. Nelson has 46+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1980.
Where did Jeffrey S. Nelson go to law school?
Jeffrey S. Nelson earned their education at (J.D., 1980); (B.S. Accounting, 1977).
How can I contact Jeffrey S. Nelson for a consultation?
You can contact Jeffrey S. 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 Jeffrey S. Nelson received?
Jeffrey S. Nelson's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Kansas School of Law
- 1980
B.S. Accounting
University of Kansas
- 1977

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Kansas
Admitted: 1980
Missouri
Admitted: 1982
U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit
Admitted: 2006
U.S. District Court, Western District of Missouri and U.S. District Court, District of Kansas
Admitted: 2007
Indiana
Admitted: 2008

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