Atty. Ray E Nelson

Atty. Ray E Nelson

Ray E Nelson is a lawyer practicing criminal law, real estate law, estate planning law and 2 other areas of law. Ray received a B.A. degree from University of Minnesota at Minneapolis in 1966, and has been licensed for 41 years.

Minneapolis Minneapolis 41 Years Experience 41 year
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Profile Summary

About Ray E Nelson at a glance

Ray E Nelson is a Member based in Minneapolis, Minnesota, practicing at Ray Nelson Attorney. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, estate planning, business, real estate, and elder law. Admitted to practice in Minnesota (1985). Educated at William Mitchell College of Law (J.D., 1984) and University of Minnesota at Minneapolis (B.A., 1966). Active member of Hennepin County and Minnesota State Bar Associations. Serves clients in Minneapolis, MN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Ray E Nelson is a lawyer practicing criminal law, real estate law, estate planning law and 2 other areas of law
  • Ray received a B.A. degree from University of Minnesota at Minneapolis in 1966, and has been licensed for 41 years
  • Ray practices at Ray Nelson Attorney in Minneapolis, MN

Practice Areas Explained

Ray E Nelson's Areas of Practice

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

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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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.

Ray E Nelson is one of 203,974 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Minnesota →

Business & Corporate Law

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

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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

Ray E Nelson is one of 286,061 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Minnesota →

Elder Law

Elder law attorneys for Medicaid planning, long-term care, guardianship, conservatorship, and elder abuse.

Ray E Nelson is one of 47,923 elder law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse elder law attorneys in Minnesota →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Minnesota

Practicing law in Minnesota. Legal matters in Minnesota are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Minneapolis are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Minnesota state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Minnesota brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Minnesota courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Ray E Nelson

Where is Ray E Nelson's law office located?
Ray E Nelson's law practice is located in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The firm is Ray Nelson Attorney. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Ray E Nelson handle?
Ray E Nelson focuses on criminal defense, estate planning, business, real estate, elder law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Minnesota.
How long has Ray E Nelson practiced law?
Ray E Nelson has 41+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1985.
Where did Ray E Nelson go to law school?
Ray E Nelson earned their education at (J.D., 1984); (B.A., 1966).
How can I contact Ray E Nelson for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
William Mitchell College of Law
- 1984
B.A.
University of Minnesota at Minneapolis
- 1966

Bar Admissions

Minnesota
Admitted: 1985

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