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.
Criminal Law & More Attorney · Serving Minneapolis, MN · 41+ Years Experience
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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.
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About 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
- Ray practices at Ray Nelson Attorney in Minneapolis, MN
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Ray E Nelson's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Ray E Nelson handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Minneapolis.
Criminal Defense in Minneapolis
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 in Minneapolis
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 224,789 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Minnesota →
Business & Corporate Law in Minneapolis
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Ray E Nelson is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Minnesota →
Real Estate Law in Minneapolis
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
Ray E Nelson is one of 313,729 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Minnesota →
Elder Law in Minneapolis
Elder law attorneys for Medicaid planning, long-term care, guardianship, conservatorship, and elder abuse.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Minneapolis
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.
Minneapolis Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Minneapolis-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Minneapolis Choose Ray E Nelson
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Ray E Nelson's practice in the field of criminal defense, estate planning, business, real estate, and elder law.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Ray E Nelson brings 41+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering criminal defense, estate planning, and business, Ray E Nelson can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Minneapolis
A Minneapolis-based practice means Ray E Nelson attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Ray E Nelson Handles in Minneapolis
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Ray E Nelson has experience with under Minnesota law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Ray E Nelson directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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