Atty. Joel D. Nelson

Atty. Joel D. Nelson

Joel D. Nelson is a lawyer practicing business, civil litigation, insurance and 3 other areas of law.

Lincoln Lincoln 29 yrs experience 29 year
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Profile Summary

About Joel D. Nelson at a glance

Joel D. Nelson is a Partner based in Lincoln, Nebraska, practicing at Keating O'Gara. They have 29+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1997. Their practice focuses on personal injury, business, workers comp, litigation, and insurance. Admitted to practice in Nebraska (1997). Educated at University of Nebraska at Lincoln (J.D., 1997) and Grinnell College (B.A. English, 1994). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Nebraska State Bar Association. Serands clients in Lincoln, NE and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Joel D. Nelson is a lawyer practicing business, civil litigation, insurance and 3 other areas of law
  • Joel received a B.A. degree from Grinnell College in 1994, and has been licensed for 29 years
  • Joel practices at Keating O'Gara in Lincoln, NE

Practice Areas Explained

Joel D. Nelson's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Joel D. 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.

Joel D. Nelson is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Nebraska →

Business & Corporate Law

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

Joel D. Nelson is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Nebraska →

Workers Compensation

Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

Joel D. Nelson is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Nebraska →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Joel D. Nelson is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Nebraska →

Insurance Law

Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.

Joel D. Nelson is one of 121,912 insurance attorneys indexed nationally. Browse insurance attorneys in Nebraska →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Nebraska

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Joel D. Nelson

Where is Joel D. Nelson's law office located?
Joel D. Nelson's law practice is located in Lincoln, Nebraska. The firm is Keating O'Gara. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Joel D. Nelson handle?
Joel D. Nelson focuses on personal injury, business, workers comp, litigation, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Nebraska.
How long has Joel D. Nelson practiced law?
Joel D. Nelson has 29+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1997.
Where did Joel D. Nelson go to law school?
Joel D. Nelson earned their education at (J.D., 1997); (B.A. English, 1994).
How can I contact Joel D. Nelson for a consultation?
You can contact Joel D. 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 Joel D. Nelson received?
Joel D. Nelson's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of Nebraska at Lincoln
- 1997
B.A. English
Grinnell College
- 1994

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Nebraska
Admitted: 1997

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