Atty. John E. Nelson

Atty. John E. Nelson

John E. Nelson is a lawyer practicing wills, estate planning, family and 14 other areas of law.

Omaha Omaha 62 Years Experience 62 year
Call (402) 983-8674

Profile Summary

About John E. Nelson at a glance

John E. Nelson is a Member based in Omaha, Nebraska, practicing at John E. Nelson. They have 62+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1964. Their practice focuses on wills, trusts, probate, family law, and estate planning. Admitted to practice in Nebraska (1964), New York (1970), and U.S. Supreme Court (1975). Educated at University of Chicago and Creighton University (J.D., 1964) and University of Nebraska (A.B., 1957). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Omaha (Chairman, Lawyer Referral Committee, 1971-1974 1991-1993) and Nebraska State (Chairman, General Practice Section, 1981-1982) Bar Associations. Serves clients in Omaha, NE and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • John E. Nelson is a lawyer practicing wills, estate planning, family and 14 other areas of law
  • John received a A.B. degree from University of Nebraska in 1957, and has been licensed for 62 years
  • John practices at John E. Nelson in Omaha, NE

Practice Areas Explained

John E. Nelson's Areas of Practice

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

Wills

John E. Nelson is one of 32,113 wills attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wills attorneys in Nebraska →

Trusts

John E. Nelson is one of 94,411 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Nebraska →

Probate

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Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

John E. Nelson is one of 167,063 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Nebraska →

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.

John E. Nelson is one of 203,974 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning 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 Omaha 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 venue, 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 John E. Nelson

Where is John E. Nelson's law office located?
John E. Nelson's law practice is located in Omaha, Nebraska. The firm is John E. Nelson. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John E. Nelson handle?
John E. Nelson focuses on wills, trusts, probate, family law, estate planning. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Nebraska.
How long has John E. Nelson practiced law?
John E. Nelson has 62+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1964.
Where did John E. Nelson go to law school?
John E. Nelson earned their education at (J.D., 1964); (A.B., 1957).
How can I contact John E. Nelson for a consultation?
You can contact John 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 John E. Nelson received?
John E. Nelson's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of Chicago and Creighton University
- 1964
A.B.
University of Nebraska
- 1957

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Nebraska
Admitted: 1964
New York
Admitted: 1970
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1975

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