Atty. Mark Douglas Nelson

Atty. Mark Douglas Nelson

Mark Douglas Nelson is a lawyer practicing labor & employment, government & regulatory affairs, education and 1 other area of law. Mark received a B.A. degree from University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign in 1979, and has been licensed for 44 years.

Chicago Chicago 44 yrs experience 44 year
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Profile Summary

About Mark Douglas Nelson at a glance

Mark Douglas Nelson is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Their practice focuses on employment, education, government, and health care. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1982) and Michigan U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit U.S. District C (2000). Educated at University of Illinois College of Law (J.D., 1982) and University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign (B.A., 1979). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mark Douglas Nelson is a lawyer practicing labor & employment, government & regulatory affairs, education and 1 other area of law
  • Mark received a B.A. degree from University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign in 1979, and has been licensed for 44 years
  • Mark practices in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Mark Douglas Nelson's Areas of Practice

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

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

Mark Douglas Nelson is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Illinois →

Education Law

Education attorneys for special education (IEP), school discipline, Title IX, and student rights.

Mark Douglas Nelson is one of 24,079 education attorneys indexed nationally. Browse education attorneys in Illinois →

Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

Mark Douglas Nelson is one of 132,225 government attorneys indexed nationally. Browse government attorneys in Illinois →

Health Care Law

Health care attorneys for HIPAA, Medicare, Medicaid, regulatory compliance, and medical licensing matters.

Mark Douglas Nelson is one of 66,735 health care attorneys indexed nationally. Browse health care attorneys in Illinois →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Illinois

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Mark Douglas Nelson

Where is Mark Douglas Nelson's law office located?
Mark Douglas Nelson's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Mark Douglas Nelson handle?
Mark Douglas Nelson focuses on employment, education, government, health care. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Mark Douglas Nelson practiced law?
Mark Douglas Nelson has 44+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1982.
Where did Mark Douglas Nelson go to law school?
Mark Douglas Nelson earned their education at (J.D., 1982); (B.A., 1979).
How can I contact Mark Douglas Nelson for a consultation?
You can contact Mark Douglas 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 Mark Douglas Nelson received?
Mark Douglas Nelson's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Illinois College of Law
- 1982
B.A.
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
- 1979

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1982
Michigan U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit U.S. District C
Admitted: 2000

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