Complex Civil Litigation & More Attorney · Serving Waukesha, WI · 45+ Years Experience
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About Mark S. Nelson at a Glance
Mark S. Nelson is a Member based in Waukesha, Wisconsin, practicing at Nelson, Connell, Conrad, Tallmadge & Slein, S.C.. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Their practice focuses on litigation and insurance. Admitted to practice in Wisconsin U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit and U.S. Supreme Court (1981) and U.S. District Court, Eastern and Western Districts of Wisconsin (1981). Educated at Marquette University (J.D., 1981) and University of Southern California (M.S. University, 1978). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of State Bar of Wisconsin Civil Trial Counsel of Wisconsin. Serves clients in Waukesha, WI and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Mark S. Nelson
- Atty. Mark S. Nelson is a lawyer practicing complex civil litigation, insurance defense, professional liability defense
- Mark received a M.S. degree from University of Southern California in 1978, and has been licensed for 45 years
- Mark practices at Nelson, Connell, Conrad, Tallmadge & Slein, S.C. in Waukesha, WI
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Mark S. Nelson's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Mark S. Nelson handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Waukesha.
Civil Litigation in Waukesha
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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Insurance Law in Waukesha
Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Waukesha
Practicing law in Wisconsin. Legal matters in Wisconsin are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Waukesha are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Wisconsin state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Wisconsin 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 Wisconsin courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Waukesha Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Waukesha-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 Waukesha Choose Mark S. 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 S. Nelson's practice in the field of litigation and insurance.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Mark S. Nelson brings 45+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Wisconsin U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit and U.S. Supreme Court and U.S. District Court, Eastern and Western Districts of Wisconsin, Mark S. Nelson can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering litigation and insurance, Mark S. Nelson can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Waukesha
A Waukesha-based practice means Mark S. Nelson attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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