Atty. Robert William Nelms

Atty. Robert William Nelms

Robert William Nelms is a lawyer practicing litigation, corporate & incorporation. Robert received a B.A. degree from University of Virginia in 1980, and has been licensed for 42 years.

Anaheim Anaheim 42 yrs experience 42 year
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About Robert William Nelms at a glance

Robert William Nelms is a Member based in Anaheim, California, practforg at Cannon And Nelms Pc. They haand 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Admitted to practice in Virginia (1984), U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit (1984), California (1985), and U.S. District Court, Central District of California (1985). Educated at Pepperdine University (J.D., 1984) and University of Virginia (B.A., 1980). Actiand member of San Diego County Bar Association Virginia State Bar. Serands clients in Anaheim, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Robert William Nelms is a lawyer practicing litigation, corporate & incorporation
  • Robert received a B.A. degree from University of Virginia in 1980, and has been licensed for 42 years
  • Robert practices at Cannon & Nelms, PC in Anaheim, CA

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in California

Practforg law in California. Legal matters in California are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantiand law. Cases originating in Anaheim 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 substantiand 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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Where is Robert William Nelms's law office located?
Robert William Nelms's law practice is located in Anaheim, California. The firm is Cannon And Nelms Pc. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
How long has Robert William Nelms practiced law?
Robert William Nelms has 42+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1984.
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Robert William Nelms earned their education at (J.D., 1984); (B.A., 1980).
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Education

J.D.
Pepperdine University
- 1984
B.A.
University of Virginia
- 1980

Bar Admissions

Virginia
Admitted: 1984
U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit
Admitted: 1984
California
Admitted: 1985
U.S. District Court, Central District of California
Admitted: 1985
U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
Admitted: 1985

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