Atty. Scott Matthew Nelson
Scott Matthew Nelson is a lawyer practicing family law, real estate, divorce and 5 other areas of law. Scott received a B.A. degree from University of Illinois in 1989, and has been licensed for 33 years.
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Scott Matthew Nelson is a Member based in Libertyville, Illinois, practicing at Law Office of Scott M. Nelson. They have 33+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1993. Their practice focuses on divorce, child custody, trusts, probate, and family law. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1993). Educated at John Marshall Law School (J.D., 1993) and University of Illinois (B.A., 1989). Active member of Chicago and Illinois State Bar Associations. Serands clients in Libertyville, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Scott Matthew Nelson is a lawyer practicing family law, real estate, divorce and 5 other areas of law
- Scott received a B.A. degree from University of Illinois in 1989, and has been licensed for 33 years
- Scott practices at Law Office of Scott M. Nelson in Libertyville, IL
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Scott Matthew Nelson's Areas of Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Scott Matthew Nelson handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.
A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.
Scott Matthew Nelson is one of 50,487 divorce attorneys indexed nationally. Browse divorce attorneys in Illinois →
Scott Matthew Nelson is one of 31,241 child custody attorneys indexed nationally. Browse child custody attorneys in Illinois →
Scott Matthew Nelson is one of 104,172 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Illinois →
Scott Matthew Nelson is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Illinois →
Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
Scott Matthew Nelson is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Illinois →
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Why local counsel matters in Illinois
Practicing law in Illinois. Legal matters in Illinois are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Libertyville are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Illinois state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Illinois 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 Illinois courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
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