$ 200-275 per hour
Stephen A Nelson
About Stephen
Biography
I am married and have two children, a daughter who has studied art and a son who is about to graduate from the University of Virginia with a degree in history. I have served on the School Committee in my hometown for the past 15 years. I enjoy reading and golf.
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Family
33%
45 years | 750 cases
Litigation
33%
45 years | 500 cases
Real Estate
15%
45 years | 900 cases
Land Use and Zoning
10%
45 years | 300 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
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Licensed in Massachusetts for 44 years
State: Massachusetts
Acquired: 1981
No misconduct found
Location
Law Offices of Stephen A Nelson
566 Boston Road, PO Box 599, Billerica, MA, 01821
Shea, Dangora & Nelson
566 Boston Road, PO Box 599, Billerica, MA, 01821
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Stephen A Nelson's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. Stephen Is a credit to the legal profession and a zealous advocate for his clients."
"I had the pleasure of working with Stephen as opposing counsel in a divorce case with a unique fact pattern. Steve was level-headed and reasonable in his interactions while maintaining his advocacy for his client. I recommend Attorney Nelson for anyone seeking a family law attorney in Massachusetts."
Anya Kennedy
Probate lawyer
Howard Lewis
Family lawyer
Experience
Work Experience
2001 - Present
Partner, Shea , Dangora & Nelson
1984 - 2001
Associate, Shea & Dangora
1980 - 1984
Associate, Lecomte, Shea, Dangora & Barber
Associations
2010 - Present
American Land Title Association
1990 - Present
Greater Lowell Bar Association
1981 - Present
Massachusetts Bar Association
1986 - 2001
American Trial Lawyers Association
1982 - 1998
American Bar Association
Sample of Legal Cases
Cleary v Arakelian
Court ruled that homeowner did not rely on broker representations and awarded plaintiff $1after trial that lasted 3 weeks
Tanner v Tanner
Affirmed on appeal
Carciofi v. Town of Billerica
Appeals court overturned Zoning Board decision and client was able to get permit to build a residence
John Doe v Dr. Smith
Case settled after extensive discovery
John Doe v Drug company
Case settled at Mediation-one of largest settlements across country against the manufacturer
Education
1981
Suffolk University Law School
JD - Juris Doctor
1978
Boston College
Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
1998
Trial Advocacy Workshop.
Trial Advocacy-Closing Arguments
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers