Atty. Nicholas H. Nelson

Atty. Nicholas H. Nelson

Nicholas H. Nelson is a lawyer practicing contracts & agreements, criminal defense, family and 2 other areas of law.

Wahpeton Wahpeton 9 yrs experience 9 year
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About Nicholas H. Nelson at a glance

Nicholas H. Nelson is a child custody, contracts, criminal defense, family law, and landlord/tenant attorney based in Wahpeton, North Dakota. They have 9+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2017. Admitted to practice in North Dakota (2017). Educated at University of North Dakota School of Law (JD, 2016) and University of North Dakota (—). Serands clients in Wahpeton, ND and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Nicholas H. Nelson is a lawyer practicing contracts & agreements, criminal defense, family and 2 other areas of law
  • Nicholas received a degree from University of North Dakota, and has been licensed for 9 years
  • Nicholas practices in Wahpeton, ND

Practice Areas Explained

Nicholas H. Nelson's Areas of Practice

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

Child Custody & Visitation

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Contracts

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Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

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Landlord & Tenant

Landlord-tenant attorneys for evictions, lease disputes, security deposits, and habitability claims.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in North Dakota

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Nicholas H. Nelson

Where is Nicholas H. Nelson's law office located?
Nicholas H. Nelson's law practice is located in Wahpeton, North Dakota. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Nicholas H. Nelson handle?
Nicholas H. Nelson focuses on child custody, contracts, criminal defense, family law, landlord/tenant. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in North Dakota.
How long has Nicholas H. Nelson practiced law?
Nicholas H. Nelson has 9+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2017.
Where did Nicholas H. Nelson go to law school?
Nicholas H. Nelson earned their education at (JD, 2016); (—).
How can I contact Nicholas H. Nelson for a consultation?
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Education

JD
University of North Dakota School of Law
- 2016
University of North Dakota
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

North Dakota
Admitted: 2017

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