Atty. Paul Douglas Nelson

Atty. Paul Douglas Nelson

Paul Douglas Nelson is a lawyer practicing class action, business, appellate and 6 other areas of law. Paul received a B.A. degree from Lewis and Clark College in 1971, and has been licensed for 52 years.

San Francisco San Francisco 52 yrs experience 52 year
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About Paul Douglas Nelson at a glance

Paul Douglas Nelson is a Shareholder based in San Francisco, California, practicing at Bullivant Houser Bailey PC. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Their practice focuses on personal injury, business, ip, class action, and product liability. Admitted to practice in California (1974) and Oregon (1975). Educated at University of Oregon School of Law (J.D., 1974) and Lewis and Clark College (B.A., 1971). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Former Officer and Director) Association of Ski Defense Attorneys (Founder, American Bar Association Bar Association of San Francisco American Law Firm Association. Serands clients in San Francisco, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Paul Douglas Nelson is a lawyer practicing class action, business, appellate and 6 other areas of law
  • Paul received a B.A. degree from Lewis and Clark College in 1971, and has been licensed for 52 years
  • Paul practices at Bullivant Houser Bailey PC in San Francisco, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Paul Douglas Nelson's Areas of Practice

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

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Intellectual Property

IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.

Paul Douglas Nelson is one of 106,079 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in California →

Class Action

Paul Douglas Nelson is one of 26,424 class action attorneys indexed nationally. Browse class action attorneys in California →

Product Liability

Paul Douglas Nelson is one of 66,193 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in California →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in California

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Paul Douglas Nelson

Where is Paul Douglas Nelson's law office located?
Paul Douglas Nelson's law practice is located in San Francisco, California. The firm is Bullivant Houser Bailey PC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Paul Douglas Nelson handle?
Paul Douglas Nelson focuses on personal injury, business, ip, class action, product liability. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Paul Douglas Nelson practiced law?
Paul Douglas Nelson has 52+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1974.
Where did Paul Douglas Nelson go to law school?
Paul Douglas Nelson earned their education at (J.D., 1974); (B.A., 1971).
How can I contact Paul Douglas Nelson for a consultation?
You can contact Paul Douglas Nelson 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 Paul Douglas Nelson received?
Paul Douglas Nelson's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Oregon School of Law
- 1974
B.A.
Lewis and Clark College
- 1971

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1974
Oregon
Admitted: 1975

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