Atty. Robert E. Nelson
Robert E. Nelson is a lawyer practicing corporate law, taxation, estate planning.
Corporate Law & More Attorney · Serving Green Bay, WI
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About Robert E. Nelson at a Glance
Robert E. Nelson is a Member based in Green Bay, Wisconsin, practicing at Law Office of Robert E. Nelson. Their practice focuses on estate planning, business, and tax. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1943), U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit (1945), Wisconsin (1950), and U.S. Supreme Court (1955). Educated at Northwestern University (J.D., 1943) and Northwestern University (A.B., 1940). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of State Bar of Wisconsin American Bar Association (Member, Subcommittee on Forms, Taxation Section Chairman, 1965-1984) American Institute of Certified Public Accountants Wisconsin Institute of Certified Public Accountants. Serves clients in Green Bay, WI and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Robert E. Nelson
- Robert E. Nelson is a lawyer practicing corporate law, taxation, estate planning
- Robert E. received a A.B. degree from Northwestern University in 1940, and has been licensed for 83 years
- Robert E. practices at Law Office of Robert E. Nelson in Green Bay, WI
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Robert E. Nelson's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Robert E. Nelson handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Green Bay.
Estate Planning & Probate in Green Bay
An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
Robert E. Nelson is one of 224,789 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Wisconsin →
Business & Corporate Law in Green Bay
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Robert E. Nelson is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Wisconsin →
Tax Law in Green Bay
Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.
Robert E. Nelson is one of 84,606 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in Wisconsin →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Green Bay
Practicing law in Wisconsin. Legal matters in Wisconsin are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Green Bay are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Wisconsin state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Wisconsin 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 Wisconsin courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Green Bay Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Green Bay-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 Green Bay Choose Robert 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 Robert E. Nelson's practice in the field of estate planning, business, and tax.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Illinois, U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit, and Wisconsin, Robert E. Nelson can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering estate planning, business, and tax, Robert 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 Green Bay
A Green Bay-based practice means Robert 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 Robert E. Nelson Handles in Green Bay
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