Atty. Stephen L Nelson

Atty. Stephen L Nelson

Stephen L Nelson is a lawyer practicing estate planning, probate, real estate and 8 other areas of law. Stephen received a B.S. degree from University of Colorado at Boulder in 1967, and has been licensed for 54 years.

St. Paul St. Paul 54 yrs experience 54 year
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Profile Summary

About Stephen L Nelson at a glance

Stephen L Nelson is a Member based in St. Paul, Minnesota, practicing at Stephen L. Nelson, P.A.. They have 54+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1972. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, business, and real estate. Admitted to practice in Minnesota (1972) and U.S. District Court, District of Minnesota (1972). Educated at University of Minnesota Law School (J.D., 1972) and University of Colorado at Boulder (B.S. Business, 1967). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Ramsey County, Minnesota State and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in St. Paul, MN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Stephen L Nelson is a lawyer practicing estate planning, probate, real estate and 8 other areas of law
  • Stephen received a B.S. degree from University of Colorado at Boulder in 1967, and has been licensed for 54 years
  • Stephen practices at Stephen L. Nelson, P.A. in St. Paul, MN

Practice Areas Explained

Stephen L Nelson's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Stephen L Nelson handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Trusts

Stephen L Nelson is one of 104,172 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Minnesota →

Probate

Stephen L Nelson is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Minnesota →

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

Stephen L Nelson is one of 226,537 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Minnesota →

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

Stephen L Nelson is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Minnesota →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

Stephen L Nelson is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Minnesota →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Minnesota

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 St. Paul 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 andnue, 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Stephen L Nelson

Where is Stephen L Nelson's law office located?
Stephen L Nelson's law practice is located in St. Paul, Minnesota. The firm is Stephen L. Nelson, P.A.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Stephen L Nelson handle?
Stephen L Nelson focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, business, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Minnesota.
How long has Stephen L Nelson practiced law?
Stephen L Nelson has 54+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1972.
Where did Stephen L Nelson go to law school?
Stephen L Nelson earned their education at (J.D., 1972); (B.S. Business, 1967).
How can I contact Stephen L Nelson for a consultation?
You can contact Stephen L Nelson directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Stephen L Nelson received?
Stephen L Nelson's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Minnesota Law School
- 1972
B.S. Business
University of Colorado at Boulder
- 1967

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Minnesota
Admitted: 1972
U.S. District Court, District of Minnesota
Admitted: 1972

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