Atty. William Joseph Nelson
William Joseph Nelson is a lawyer practicing civil and criminal trial practice, personal injury law, real estate law and 5 other areas of law. William received a B.A. degree from Taylor University in 1987, and has been licensed for 34 years.
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William Joseph Nelson is a Partner based in Michigan City, Indiana, practicing at Braje, Nelson and Janes, LLP. They have 34+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1992. Their practice focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, family law, business, and real estate. Admitted to practice in Indiana (1992). Educated at Valparaiso University School of Law (J.D., 1992) and Taylor University (B.A., 1987). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of La Porte County, Porter County, Indiana State and American Bar Associations National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers American Trial Lawyers Association. Serands clients in Michigan City, IN and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- William Joseph Nelson is a lawyer practicing civil and criminal trial practice, personal injury law, real estate law and 5 other areas of law
- William received a B.A. degree from Taylor University in 1987, and has been licensed for 34 years
- William practices at Braje, Nelson and Janes, LLP in Michigan City, IN
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William Joseph Nelson's Areas of Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases William Joseph Nelson handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.
Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.
William Joseph Nelson is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Indiana →
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
William Joseph Nelson is one of 214,271 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Indiana →
Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
William Joseph Nelson is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Indiana →
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
William Joseph Nelson is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Indiana →
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
William Joseph Nelson is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Indiana →
Jurisdictional Context
Why local counsel matters in Indiana
Practicing law in Indiana. Legal matters in Indiana are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Michigan City are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Indiana state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Indiana 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 Indiana courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
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