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Nicolas Nelson

Nicolas Nelson

Attorney and Founder of NN Legal Group
  • Family Law, Divorce, Business Law ...
  • Illinois
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Nick Nelson was admitted to the Illinois bar in 2008. Since then he has focused on serving his clients and offering practical legal advice that accomplishes the goals of his clients and serves their best interest. Nick's personality, knowledge, and skills have proven beneficial for clients in legal disputes ranging from divorce, civil litigation, business guidance, and negotiations. Nick has won numerous awards and recognition from the legal community, including AVVO Excellent Rating, AVVO Featured Attorney Divorce, AVVO Top Contributor, AVVO Clients' Choice, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys 10 Best for Client Satisfaction, The National Advocates Top 40 Under 40.

Prior to opening NN Legal, Nick worked for the law firm of Keay & Costello P.C. where he concentrated on Family Law, Civil Litigation (including contractual disputes, business litigation, and mechanic's liens litigation), and Real Estate transactions. Nick continues to utilize the wealth of experience he has gathered to serve the clients at NN Legal.

Nick is very active in the legal community as a member of the Illinois State Bar Association and the DuPage County Bar Association. Nick is also the director and co-writer of the DuPage County Bar Association's Judges' Nite Show, an annual fundraiser benefitting Legal Aid.

Mr. Nelson was born in Saint Paul, Minnesota. He obtained his Juris Doctorate from Mitchell Hamline School of Law in Saint Paul, Minnesota. While attending law school, Nick was admitted to the Minnesota State Bar as a student attorney representing low-income tenants in housing disputes. He was also an associate editor for Hamline's Journal of Public Policy.

Nick graduated in 2002, cum laude, from Luther College in Decorah, Iowa, majoring in Communication. Before law school, Nick worked in the sports media for eight years. He was an assistant producer for the Minnesota Vikings, Minnesota Wild and worked as the assistant producer for nbcolympics.com

Practice Areas
Family Law
Child Custody, Child Support, Paternity, Prenups & Marital Agreements
Divorce
Contested Divorce, Property Division, Spousal Support & Alimony, Uncontested Divorce
Business Law
Business Contracts, Business Formation, Business Litigation
Estate Planning
Guardianship & Conservatorship Estate Administration, Health Care Directives, Trusts, Wills
Probate
Probate Administration, Probate Litigation, Will Contests
Real Estate Law
Commercial Real Estate, Neighbor Disputes, Residential Real Estate
Additional Practice Areas
  • Post-Judgment Modifications and Enforcement
  • Civil Litigation
  • Mechanic’s Liens
  • Breach of Contract
Fees
  • Free Consultation
    To learn more about our legal services, contact our office at 630-474-0925 and schedule a free consultation today. We serve clients throughout DuPage County and the surrounding areas, including Wheaton, Addison, Villa Park, Glen Ellyn, Lombard, Glendale Heights, Carol Stream, and Bloomingdale. Hablamos Español.
Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice
Illinois
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Languages
  • English: Spoken, Written
Professional Experience
Owner / Attorney
The Law Offices of Nicholas Nelson
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Associate
Keay & Costello, P.C.
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Partner / Attorney
Nelson Law Offices
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Producer Radio Broadcast
Minnesota Wild
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Law Clerk
Southern Minnesota Regional Legal Services
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Education
Mitchell Hamline School of Law
J.D. (2008) | Law
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Luther College
B.A. (2002) | Communication
Honors: Cum Laude
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Awards
10 Best Client Satisfaction, 2015-2018
American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
Directors Award - 2014-2015 and 2017-2018
DuPage County Bar Association
Outstanding Achievement
DuPage County Bar Association
10 Best in Client Satisfaction
American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
Legal Assistance Pro Bono Award
DuPage County Bar Association
Top Contributor
AVVO
Customer Satisfaction Award
AVVO
Top 40 under 40
The National Advocates
Professional Associations
State Bar of Illinois  # 6297284
Member
Current
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Kane County Bar Association
Member
Current
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DuPage County Family Law Committee
Member
Current
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DuPage County Civil Law Committee
Member
Current
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DuPage County Estate Planning Committee
Member
Current
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DuPage County Bar Association
Chair of the Judges Night Committee
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DuPage County Bar Association
Chair DCBA Real Estate Committee
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DuPage County Bar Association
Vice Chair DCBA Real Estate Committee
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Publications
Articles & Publications
Association Blog
Mechanics Liens and Associations
Speaking Engagements
Mining Rights and Neighbors, North Aurora Town Hall
Utility Easement Rights, Town Hall
Agent Litigation Risks, Association Seminar
Websites & Blogs
Website
NN Legal Group
Blog
NN Legal Group Blog
Contact & Map
NN Legal Group
45 S. Park Blvd.
Suite 200
Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
Telephone: (630) 474-0925
Monday: 8 AM - 6 PM
Tuesday: 8 AM - 6 PM (Today)
Wednesday: 8 AM - 6 PM
Thursday: 8 AM - 6 PM
Friday: 8 AM - 6 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed