Atty. Mark A. Nelson
Mark Nelson is a top rated lawyer that has been recognized as one of America's Most Honored Lawyers noted to be among the Top 1% of American Lawyers. He is a Member of The Mississippi Bar and The Louisiana State Bar Association (inactive).
Appellate Practice & More Attorney · Serving Hattiesburg, MS · 44+ Years Experience
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About Mark A. Nelson at a Glance
Mark A. Nelson is a Member based in Hattiesburg, Mississippi, practicing at Nelson Law PLLC. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Their practice focuses on car accidents, contracts, medical malpractice, personal injury, and business. Admitted to practice in Louisiana (inactive) (Inactive) (1985). Educated at University of Mississippi School of Law (J.D. Associate, 1982) and University of South Alabama (B.A. Who, 1979). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Hattiesburg, MS and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Mark A. Nelson
- Mark Nelson is a top rated lawyer that has been recognized as one of America's Most Honored Lawyers noted to be among the Top 1% of American Lawyers
- He is a Member of The Mississippi Bar and The Louisiana State Bar Association (inactive)
- Nelson is Rated AV Preeminent by Martindale and was Selected as a Super Lawyer each year since 2011
- While in Law School he was Associate and Research Editor of The Mississippi Law Journal, 1981-82, and a Member of the Journal of Space Law, 1982
- Nelson was a Law Clerk to The Honorable Emmett R. Cox, U.S
- District Judge, U.S
- District Court for the Southern District of Alabama, 1983-84
- He is a member of the legal Honorary, Phi Delta Phi
- Nelson was a Lecturer for the College of Osteopathic Medicine, William Carey University, Medical Jurisprudence, 2011-13
- Mark was appointed to the Supreme Court Task Force on Judicial Discipline, 2005, and served on the Mississippi Bar Complaint Tribunal, 2004-10
- He is an active Member of the Bar Committee, Lawyers and Judges Assistance Program, 2016-20
- Nelson was recognized by a Lifetime Achievement Award, by America's Top 100 Lawyers
- He is a member of the Federal Bar Association of the Fifth Federal Circuit
Practice Areas Explained
Mark A. Nelson's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Mark A. Nelson handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Hattiesburg.
Car Accidents in Hattiesburg
Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.
Mark A. Nelson is one of 36,434 car accidents attorneys indexed nationally. Browse car accidents attorneys in Mississippi →
Contracts in Hattiesburg
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Medical Malpractice in Hattiesburg
Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.
Mark A. Nelson is one of 48,593 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice attorneys in Mississippi →
Personal Injury in Hattiesburg
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.
Mark A. Nelson is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Mississippi →
Business & Corporate Law in Hattiesburg
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Mark A. Nelson is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Mississippi →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Hattiesburg
Practicing law in Mississippi. Legal matters in Mississippi are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Hattiesburg are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Mississippi state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Mississippi 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 Mississippi courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Hattiesburg Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Hattiesburg-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Hattiesburg Choose Mark A. Nelson
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Mark A. Nelson's practice in the field of car accidents, contracts, medical malpractice, personal injury, and business.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Mark A. Nelson brings 44+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering car accidents, contracts, and medical malpractice, Mark A. Nelson can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Hattiesburg
A Hattiesburg-based practice means Mark A. Nelson attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Mark A. Nelson Handles in Hattiesburg
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Mark A. Nelson has experience with under Mississippi law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Mark A. Nelson directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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