Atty. Matthew Scott Nelles

Atty. Matthew Scott Nelles

Matthew Scott Nelles is a lawyer practicing arts & sports, banking, business law and 14 other areas of law. Matthew received a B.S. degree from Rutgers University, College of Engineering in 1989, and has been licensed for 32 years.

Fort Lauderdale Fort Lauderdale 32 yrs experience 32 year
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Profile Summary

About Matthew Scott Nelles at a glance

Matthew Scott Nelles is a Partner based in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, practicing at Broad and Cassel. They have 32+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1994. Their practice focuses on patent, contracts, trusts, trademark, and probate. Admitted to practice in Florida registered to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (1994). Educated at Nova Southeastern University Shepard Broad Law Center (J.D., 1994) and Rutgers University, College of Engineering (B.S., 1989). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Fort Lauderdale, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Matthew Scott Nelles is a lawyer practicing arts & sports, banking, business law and 14 other areas of law
  • Matthew received a B.S. degree from Rutgers University, College of Engineering in 1989, and has been licensed for 32 years
  • Matthew practices at Broad and Cassel in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Practice Areas Explained

Matthew Scott Nelles's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Matthew Scott Nelles handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Patent Law

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Contracts

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Trusts

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Trademark Law

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Probate

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Florida

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Matthew Scott Nelles

Where is Matthew Scott Nelles's law office located?
Matthew Scott Nelles's law practice is located in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. The firm is Broad and Cassel. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Matthew Scott Nelles handle?
Matthew Scott Nelles focuses on patent, contracts, trusts, trademark, probate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has Matthew Scott Nelles practiced law?
Matthew Scott Nelles has 32+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1994.
Where did Matthew Scott Nelles go to law school?
Matthew Scott Nelles earned their education at (J.D., 1994); (B.S., 1989).
How can I contact Matthew Scott Nelles for a consultation?
You can contact Matthew Scott Nelles 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 Matthew Scott Nelles received?
Matthew Scott Nelles's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Nova Southeastern University Shepard Broad Law Center
- 1994
B.S.
Rutgers University, College of Engineering
- 1989

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Florida registered to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office
Admitted: 1994

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