Atty. Marlene Mathes Nelson

Atty. Marlene Mathes Nelson

Marlene Mathes Nelson is a lawyer practicing private wealth services, wealth planning and family counseling, trust, estate and gift tax planning and 5 other areas of law. Marlene received a B.A. degree from DePaul University in 1991, and has been licensed for 31 years.

Chicago Chicago 31 yrs experience 31 year
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Profile Summary

About Marlene Mathes Nelson at a glance

Marlene Mathes Nelson is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Neal, Gerber & Eisenberg LLP. They have 31+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1995. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, family law, estate planning, and tax. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1995). Educated at Chicago-Kent College of Law (J.D., 1995) and DePaul University (B.A., 1991). Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Marlene Mathes Nelson is a lawyer practicing private wealth services, wealth planning and family counseling, trust, estate and gift tax planning and 5 other areas of law
  • Marlene received a B.A. degree from DePaul University in 1991, and has been licensed for 31 years
  • Marlene practices at Neal, Gerber & Eisenberg LLP in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Marlene Mathes Nelson's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

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Probate

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Family Law

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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.

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Tax Law

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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 Marlene Mathes Nelson

Where is Marlene Mathes Nelson's law office located?
Marlene Mathes Nelson's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Neal, Gerber & Eisenberg LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Marlene Mathes Nelson handle?
Marlene Mathes Nelson focuses on trusts, probate, family law, estate planning, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Marlene Mathes Nelson practiced law?
Marlene Mathes Nelson has 31+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1995.
Where did Marlene Mathes Nelson go to law school?
Marlene Mathes Nelson earned their education at (J.D., 1995); (B.A., 1991).
How can I contact Marlene Mathes Nelson for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Chicago-Kent College of Law
- 1995
B.A.
DePaul University
- 1991

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1995

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