Atty. Michael David Nelson

Atty. Michael David Nelson

Michael David Nelson is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, general practice, federal criminal law and 7 other areas of law. Michael received a B.S. degree from University of Nebraska at Omaha in 1988, and has been licensed for 35 years.

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Profile Summary

About Michael David Nelson at a glance

Michael David Nelson is a Member based in Omaha, Nebraska, practicing at Nelson Law, LLC. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Their practice focuses on dui/dwi, drug crimes, criminal defense, federal crimes, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Nebraska (1991), U.S. District Court, District of Nebraska (1991), and Iowa (2000). Educated at Creighton University School of Law (J.D., 1991) and University of Nebraska at Omaha (B.S. Criminal, 1988). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Omaha (Co-Chair: Judiciary Committee Courts Committee, 2003—), Nebraska (Member, Judiciary Committee) and Iowa State Bar Associations Nebraska Criminal Defense Attorneys Association National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. Serands clients in Omaha, NE and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Michael David Nelson is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, general practice, federal criminal law and 7 other areas of law
  • Michael received a B.S. degree from University of Nebraska at Omaha in 1988, and has been licensed for 35 years
  • Michael practices at Nelson Law, LLC in Omaha, NE

Practice Areas Explained

Michael David Nelson's Areas of Practice

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

DUI / DWI Defense

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Drug Crimes

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Criminal Defense

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Federal Crimes

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Civil Litigation

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Nebraska

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Michael David Nelson

Where is Michael David Nelson's law office located?
Michael David Nelson's law practice is located in Omaha, Nebraska. The firm is Nelson Law, LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael David Nelson handle?
Michael David Nelson focuses on dui/dwi, drug crimes, criminal defense, federal crimes, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Nebraska.
How long has Michael David Nelson practiced law?
Michael David Nelson has 35+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1991.
Where did Michael David Nelson go to law school?
Michael David Nelson earned their education at (J.D., 1991); (B.S. Criminal, 1988).
How can I contact Michael David Nelson for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Michael David Nelson received?
Michael David Nelson's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Creighton University School of Law
- 1991
B.S. Criminal
University of Nebraska at Omaha
- 1988

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Nebraska
Admitted: 1991
U.S. District Court, District of Nebraska
Admitted: 1991
Iowa
Admitted: 2000

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