Atty. Kurt Richard Nilson

Atty. Kurt Richard Nilson

Kurt Richard Nilson is a lawyer practicing probate, estate planning, real estate and 7 other areas of law. Kurt received a B.S. degree from University of Pittsburgh, Johnstown in 1996, and has been licensed for 23 years.

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Profile Summary

About Kurt Richard Nilson at a glance

Kurt Richard Nilson is a Member based in Johnstown, Pennsylvania, practicing at Kurt R. Nilson, Attorney at Law. They have 23+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2003. Their practice focuses on divorce, child custody, probate, estate planning, and business. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (2003) and U.S. District Court, Western District of Pennsylvania (2009). Educated at University of Pittsburgh School of Law (J.D., 2003) and University of Pittsburgh, Johnstown (B.S. Psychology, 1996). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Serands clients in Johnstown, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Kurt Richard Nilson is a lawyer practicing probate, estate planning, real estate and 7 other areas of law
  • Kurt received a B.S. degree from University of Pittsburgh, Johnstown in 1996, and has been licensed for 23 years
  • Kurt practices at Kurt R. Nilson, Attorney at Law in Johnstown, PA

Practice Areas Explained

Kurt Richard Nilson's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Kurt Richard Nilson 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.

Kurt Richard Nilson is one of 50,487 divorce attorneys indexed nationally. Browse divorce attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Child Custody & Visitation

Kurt Richard Nilson is one of 31,241 child custody attorneys indexed nationally. Browse child custody attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Probate

Kurt Richard Nilson is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Pennsylvania →

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.

Kurt Richard Nilson is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Business & Corporate Law

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

Kurt Richard Nilson is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Pennsylvania

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Kurt Richard Nilson

Where is Kurt Richard Nilson's law office located?
Kurt Richard Nilson's law practice is located in Johnstown, Pennsylvania. The firm is Kurt R. Nilson, Attorney at Law. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Kurt Richard Nilson handle?
Kurt Richard Nilson focuses on divorce, child custody, probate, estate planning, business. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Pennsylvania.
How long has Kurt Richard Nilson practiced law?
Kurt Richard Nilson has 23+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2003.
Where did Kurt Richard Nilson go to law school?
Kurt Richard Nilson earned their education at (J.D., 2003); (B.S. Psychology, 1996).
How can I contact Kurt Richard Nilson for a consultation?
You can contact Kurt Richard Nilson 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 Kurt Richard Nilson received?
Kurt Richard Nilson's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
University of Pittsburgh School of Law
- 2003
B.S. Psychology
University of Pittsburgh, Johnstown
- 1996

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania
Admitted: 2003
U.S. District Court, Western District of Pennsylvania
Admitted: 2009

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