Atty. William E Nelson

Atty. William E Nelson

William E Nelson is a lawyer practicing estate planning law, employee benefits law. William received a Ph.B. degree from University of North Dakota in 1963, and has been licensed for 62 years.

Springfield Springfield 62 Years Experience 62 year
Call (417) 530-4838

Profile Summary

About William E Nelson at a glance

William E Nelson is a estate planning and employment attorney based in Springfield, Missouri. They have 62+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1964. Admitted to practice in Minnesota (1964) and South Dakota (1966). Educated at University of North Dakota (J.D., 1964) and University of North Dakota (Ph.B., 1963). Serves clients in Springfield, MO and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • William E Nelson is a lawyer practicing estate planning law, employee benefits law
  • William received a Ph.B. degree from University of North Dakota in 1963, and has been licensed for 62 years
  • William practices in Springfield, MO

Practice Areas Explained

William E Nelson's Areas of Practice

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

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.

William E Nelson is one of 203,974 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Missouri →

Employment Law

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

William E Nelson is one of 151,622 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Missouri →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Missouri

Practicing law in Missouri. Legal matters in Missouri are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Springfield are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Missouri state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Missouri brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Missouri courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about William E Nelson

Where is William E Nelson's law office located?
William E Nelson's law practice is located in Springfield, Missouri. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William E Nelson handle?
William E Nelson focuses on estate planning, employment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Missouri.
How long has William E Nelson practiced law?
William E Nelson has 62+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1964.
Where did William E Nelson go to law school?
William E Nelson earned their education at (J.D., 1964); (Ph.B., 1963).
How can I contact William E Nelson for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of North Dakota
- 1964
Ph.B.
University of North Dakota
- 1963

Bar Admissions

Minnesota
Admitted: 1964
South Dakota
Admitted: 1966

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