Atty. Keith M. Nelson

Atty. Keith M. Nelson

Mr. Keith M.

Dallas Dallas 43 yrs experience 43 year
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Profile Summary

About Keith M. Nelson at a glance

Keith M. Nelson is a Partner based in Dallas, Texas, practicing at Orsinger, Nelson, Downing & Anderson, LLP. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Their practice focuses on divorce, child custody, and child support. Admitted to practice in Texas (1983), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Texas (1983), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit (1984). Educated at Baylor University School of Law (J.D., 1983) and Baylor University (B.A. Economics, 1979). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Dallas, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. Keith M. Nelson is a lawyer practicing divorce, child custody modification, child support
  • Keith received a B.A. degree from Baylor University in 1979, and has been licensed for 43 years
  • Keith practices at Orsinger, Nelson, Downing & Anderson, LLP in Dallas, TX and 1 other location

Practice Areas Explained

Keith M. Nelson's Areas of Practice

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

Divorce

A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.

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Child Custody & Visitation

Keith M. Nelson is one of 31,241 child custody attorneys indexed nationally. Browse child custody attorneys in Texas →

Child Support

Keith M. Nelson is one of 24,688 child support attorneys indexed nationally. Browse child support attorneys in Texas →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Texas

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Keith M. Nelson

Where is Keith M. Nelson's law office located?
Keith M. Nelson's law practice is located in Dallas, Texas. The firm is Orsinger, Nelson, Downing & Anderson, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Keith M. Nelson handle?
Keith M. Nelson focuses on divorce, child custody, child support. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has Keith M. Nelson practiced law?
Keith M. Nelson has 43+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1983.
Where did Keith M. Nelson go to law school?
Keith M. Nelson earned their education at (J.D., 1983); (B.A. Economics, 1979).
How can I contact Keith M. Nelson for a consultation?
You can contact Keith M. 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 Keith M. Nelson received?
Keith M. Nelson's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Baylor University School of Law
- 1983
B.A. Economics
Baylor University
- 1979

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Texas
Admitted: 1983
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Texas
Admitted: 1983
U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit
Admitted: 1984

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