Atty. Ross Allen Nilson

Atty. Ross Allen Nilson

Ross Allen Nilson is a lawyer practicing insurance defense, litigation, criminal law and 3 other areas of law. Ross received a B.S. degree from North Dakota State University in 2005, and has been licensed for 18 years.

Fargo Fargo 18 yrs experience 18 year
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Profile Summary

About Ross Allen Nilson at a glance

Ross Allen Nilson is a divorce, criminal defense, employment, litigation, and government attorney based in Fargo, North Dakota. They have 18+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2008. Admitted to practice in Minnesota (2008), U.S. District Court, District of Minnesota (2009), and North Dakota (2010). Educated at University of Minnesota (J.D., 2008) and North Dakota State University (B.S., 2005). Active member of Minnesota State and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in Fargo, ND and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Ross Allen Nilson is a lawyer practicing insurance defense, litigation, criminal law and 3 other areas of law
  • Ross received a B.S. degree from North Dakota State University in 2005, and has been licensed for 18 years
  • Ross practices in Fargo, ND

Practice Areas Explained

Ross Allen Nilson's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Ross Allen Nilson handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Divorce

A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.

Ross Allen Nilson is one of 50,487 divorce attorneys indexed nationally. Browse divorce attorneys in North Dakota →

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.

Ross Allen Nilson is one of 214,270 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in North Dakota →

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

Ross Allen Nilson is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in North Dakota →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Ross Allen Nilson is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in North Dakota →

Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

Ross Allen Nilson is one of 132,225 government attorneys indexed nationally. Browse government attorneys in North Dakota →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in North Dakota

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Ross Allen Nilson

Where is Ross Allen Nilson's law office located?
Ross Allen Nilson's law practice is located in Fargo, North Dakota. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Ross Allen Nilson handle?
Ross Allen Nilson focuses on divorce, criminal defense, employment, litigation, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in North Dakota.
How long has Ross Allen Nilson practiced law?
Ross Allen Nilson has 18+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2008.
Where did Ross Allen Nilson go to law school?
Ross Allen Nilson earned their education at (J.D., 2008); (B.S., 2005).
How can I contact Ross Allen Nilson for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Minnesota
- 2008
B.S.
North Dakota State University
- 2005

Bar Admissions

Minnesota
Admitted: 2008
U.S. District Court, District of Minnesota
Admitted: 2009
North Dakota
Admitted: 2010

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