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George J. Nelson
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George J. Nelson

3.1
6 reviews

2640 Jackson Boulevard, Rapid City, SD 57702

DUI, Personal Injury, Family Law and 17 more

About George J. Nelson

George's practice areas include DUI Law, Family Law, and Personal Injury Law.

Representing you with a high level of commitment, experience and skill, George takes the time needed to research your case and provide the best legal representation in the Western South Dakota area.

The Law Office of George Nelson is available to represent you in the following Western South Dakota Counties: Pennington, Meade, Lawrence, Custer, Fall River, and Jackson.

Working Experience

3/00 to Present, Practicing Attorney, Rapid City, SD

Private attorney in western South Dakota, handling a variety of civil and criminal cases. For the past few years, primarily focused on personal injury and family law litigation, as well as criminal defense. Civil jury trial experience has ranged from wrongful death automobile and motorcycle accidents to products liability claims and contract disputes. Personally tried 67 jury trials since being licensed in 1986, along with hundreds of civil and criminal court trials.

9/93 to 2/00m General Counsel/Corporate Secretary/Vice President, Concorde Gaming Corporation, Rapid City, SD

General Counsel and corporate officer for a public corporation and its subsidiaries. Responsible for: all commercial law proceedings; stock purchase agreements, asset purchase agreements and other acquisition agreements; coordinating outside legal counsel; drafting and reviewing management contracts, employment contracts, non-compete agreements, leases, securities filings, small claims matters, and other corporate documents; compliance with all jurisdictional gaming and securities regulations, including state gaming regulations and Securities Exchange Commission filings; representing the corporation in litigation and arbitration; and, advising the board of directors on existing and potential litigation.

3/90 to 8/93, General Manager First Gold Inc., Deadwood, SD

Oversaw all lodging, gaming, campground, transportation, food and beverage operations. Responsible for hiring and firing management personnel. The Company employed approximately 100 people.

11/86 to 2/90, Deputy States Attorney Pennington County State Attorney's Office, Rapid City, SD Assisted the state's attorney in criminal prosecutions.

6/85 to 10/86, Associate Denholm & Glover Law Firm, Brookings, SD

Legal intern and associate lawyer after law school graduation. Completed numerous civil research projects for law partners during law school and after graduation

Memberships and Affiliations

Member of the South Dakota Bar, American Bar Association, South Dakota Trial Lawyers Association, Black Hills Criminal Defense Bar, Pennington County Bar Association, ABA Tort Trial and Insurance Practice Section

 

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George J. Nelson got this award in 2021

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Family Law
Posted by Anthony
March 09, 2022
Hired Attorney George J. Nelson

George Nelson has created not only an outstanding law firm but a supportive community that feels like a family during what may sometimes feel like the most gut-wrenching, heartbreaking part of your life. Divorce is never easy, but George and the entire staff at The Law Office of George J. Nelson make it just a little easier with their unfailing support, loving warmth, and kindness, not to mention their acute legal skills and mental toughness like no other law firm in Rapid City. You will be in the most excellent care with them. I am forever grateful to The Law Office of George J. Nelson

 
Family Law
Posted by Shirley
March 09, 2022
Hired Attorney George J. Nelson

Who you hire makes a huge difference. George Nelson is attentive efficient and will tell you the truth. This kind of case requires honest attorneys and this firm is honest and ethical. Happy I found him

Divorce
Posted by anonymous
April 16, 2023
Hired Attorney George J. Nelson

Mr. Nelson is unethical and violated the Professional Code of Conduct numerous times throughout the divorce case. He discriminated against my mental illness, was extremely rude, overly aggressive, failed to submit all of my financial information to the court and missed the deadline date to file the most crucial documents of my case that finalized my divorce, the Findings of Fact and Conclusions of Law and Division of Property. He is unprofessional and narcissistic, I do not recommend anyone use his services if looking for any type of legal representation.

 
Divorce
Posted by anonymous
July 11, 2017
Hired Attorney George J. Nelson

He does not respond back in any great time as he specifies that he will. The girl answering the phone never knows what is going on. I would not refer him to anybody.

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Areas of Law

  • Personal Injury 9
    • Wrongful Death
    • Slip and Fall
    • Boating Accidents
    • Railroad Accidents
    • Dog Bites
    • Automobile Accidents
    • Head and Spinal Injuries
    • Nursing Home Litigation
    • Trucking Accidents
  • Family Law 7
    • Premarital Agreements
    • Divorce
    • Child Custody
    • Child Support
    • Spousal Support
    • Visitation Rights
    • Paternity
  • Criminal Law
  • Other 1
    • DUI

Practice Details

  • Languages
    English
  • Payment Information
    Payment & Cost Features
    Free initial consultation
    Fixed hourly rates
    Fixed fees available
    Accepted Credit Cards
    American Express
    Discover
    MasterCard
    Other
    Visa
  • Video Calls
    Offers Video Calls
    Video Call Options
    Zoom
    Skype
  • Firm Information
    Position
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    Firm Name
    The Law Office of George J. Nelson
  • Additional Links
    https://www.attorneyrapidcity.com/

Experience

  • Bar Admission & Memberships
    Admissions
    1986, South Dakota
    2002, U.S. District Court, District of South Dakota
    2019, U.S. Federal Court of Claims
    2020, United States Supreme Court
    Memberships
    South Dakota Bar
    American Bar Association
    South Dakota Trial Lawyers Association
    Black Hills Criminal Defense Bar
    Pennington County Bar Association
    ABA Tort (Member, Trial and Insurance Practice Section).
  • Education & Certifications
    Law School
    University of South Dakota
    Class of 1986
    J.D.
    Other Education
    South Dakota State University
    Class of 1983
    B.S.
    Political Science

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2640 Jackson BoulevardRapid City, SD 57702U.S.A.

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  • Monday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Tuesday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Wednesday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Thursday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Friday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Saturday By appointment

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  • What year was this attorney first admitted to the bar?
    George J. Nelson was admitted in 1986 to the State of South Dakota.
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    George J. Nelson is admitted to practice before the United States District Court for the District of South Dakota and United States Supreme Court.
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    Yes, George J. Nelson offers fixed fees for certain legal services.
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    George J. Nelson attended University of South Dakota.
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    The Law Office of George J. Nelson was established in 2000.

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