Atty. Lucas Barton Nelson

Atty. Lucas Barton Nelson

Lucas Barton Nelson is a lawyer. Lucas received a B.B.A. degree from James Madison University in 2011, and has been licensed for 12 years.

Des Moines Des Moines 12 yrs experience 12 year
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About Lucas Barton Nelson at a glance

Lucas Barton Nelson is an Associate based in Des Moines, Iowa. They have 12+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2014. Admitted to practice in Kentucky (2014) and Iowa (2017). Educated at Indiana University Maurer School of Law (J.D., 2014) and James Madison University (B.B.A. Accounting, 2011). Serands clients in Des Moines, IA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Lucas Barton Nelson is a lawyer
  • Lucas received a B.B.A. degree from James Madison University in 2011, and has been licensed for 12 years
  • Lucas practices in Des Moines, IA

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Iowa

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

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Where is Lucas Barton Nelson's law office located?
Lucas Barton Nelson's law practice is located in Des Moines, Iowa. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
How long has Lucas Barton Nelson practiced law?
Lucas Barton Nelson has 12+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2014.
Where did Lucas Barton Nelson go to law school?
Lucas Barton Nelson earned their education at (J.D., 2014); (B.B.A. Accounting, 2011).
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Education

J.D.
Indiana University Maurer School of Law
- 2014
B.B.A. Accounting
James Madison University
- 2011

Bar Admissions

Kentucky
Admitted: 2014
Iowa
Admitted: 2017

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