Atty. Steven L. Nelson

Atty. Steven L. Nelson

Atty. Steven L.

Milwaukee Milwaukee 36 yrs experience 36 year
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Profile Summary

About Steven L. Nelson at a glance

Steven L. Nelson is a Shareholder based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, practicing at Von Briesen & Roper, S.C.. They have 36+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1990. Their practice focuses on employment, business, real estate, workers comp, and zoning. Admitted to practice in Wisconsin (1990) and U.S. District Court, Eastern and Western Districts of Wisconsin and U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh C (1990). Educated at Marquette University (J.D., 1990) and University of Oregon (B.S., 1979). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Milwaukee, WI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Atty. Steven L. Nelson is a lawyer practicing business and corporate law, commercial and business litigation, construction law and litigation and 10 other areas of law
  • Steven received a B.S. degree from University of Oregon in 1979, and has been licensed for 36 years
  • Steven practices at Von Briesen & Roper, S.C. in Milwaukee, WI

Practice Areas Explained

Steven L. Nelson's Areas of Practice

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

Employment Law

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

Steven L. Nelson is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Wisconsin →

Business & Corporate Law

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

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

Real Estate Law

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

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

Workers Compensation

Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

Steven L. Nelson is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Wisconsin →

Land Use & Zoning

Steven L. Nelson is one of 40,226 zoning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse zoning attorneys in Wisconsin →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Wisconsin

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 Milwaukee 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 andnue, 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Steven L. Nelson

Where is Steven L. Nelson's law office located?
Steven L. Nelson's law practice is located in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The firm is Von Briesen & Roper, S.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Steven L. Nelson handle?
Steven L. Nelson focuses on employment, business, real estate, workers comp, zoning. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Wisconsin.
How long has Steven L. Nelson practiced law?
Steven L. Nelson has 36+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1990.
Where did Steven L. Nelson go to law school?
Steven L. Nelson earned their education at (J.D., 1990); (B.S., 1979).
How can I contact Steven L. Nelson for a consultation?
You can contact Steven 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 Steven L. Nelson received?
Steven L. Nelson's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Marquette University
- 1990
B.S.
University of Oregon
- 1979

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Wisconsin
Admitted: 1990
U.S. District Court, Eastern and Western Districts of Wisconsin and U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh C
Admitted: 1990

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