Laura Nelson

Laura Nelson

5.0
Rating: 6.8

Licensed for 29 years

Estate planning Lawyer at Appleton, WI
Practice Areas: Estate Planning, Wills & Living Wills, Elder Law, Criminal Defense

200 E College Ave, Po Box 2700, Appleton, WI

About Laura

Practice Areas

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Practice Areas

Estate Planning 50%

Estate planning is a process and includes an examination of all your property - tangible and intangible, as well as your liabilities, to arrive at a blueprint for where and how you want it distributed upon your death. But a good estate plan will also plan for your retirement and incapacity during your lifetime.

50%
Elder Law 20%

A area of law specializing on issues that affect the aging generation: estate planning, Medicare planning, elder abuse, guardianship, and disability.

20%
Wills and Living Wills 20%

Wills and trusts uniquely allow for the ongoing care of loved ones, the smooth transition of a business, or the minimization of taxes and expenses on an estate. Living Wills and Advance Directives allow for the planning for incapacity during lifetime: making life support, nutrition and hydration decisions in the event of incapacity. Who do you trust?

20%

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Licenses

Licensed in Wisconsin for 29 years

State: Wisconsin

Acquired: 1996

Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Peterson, Berk & Cross Sc

200 E College Ave, Po Box 2700, Appleton, WI, 54911-5713

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Laura Nelson's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

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Posted by anonymous | April 13, 2017 | Hired Attorney

Peace of Mind

In going through a very difficult time, Laura Nelson provided excellent direction and service and provided me with the knowledge I needed to make decisions that were right for me and my family. I have recommended her to anyone in similar situations and know that she will do what is in the best inter...est of her client each and every time.

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Laura Nelson's Lawyer Endorsements

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Stacy Schlemmer

Estate planning lawyer | Apr 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Attorney Nelson is a very knowledgeable and strong advocate for her clients. I will continue to recommend Attorney Nelson to those looking for estate planning or criminal defense attorneys, as I know that Attorney Nelson will be a strong advocate and will provide sound legal advice to her clients."

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Experience

Rating:  6.8 (Good)

Honors

2016

Membership-Pro Bono Honor Society, Wisconsin Access to Justice Commission/State Bar of Wisconsin

1995

John D. Voelker Award, Thomas M. Cooley Law Review

Work Experience

2016 - Present

Village President, Village of Suamico

2016 - Present

Attorney, Peterson, Berk & Cross, S.C.

2014 - 2016

Village Trustee, Village of Suamico

2010 - 2015

Paralegal Program Chair, Globe University/Minnesota School of Business Green Bay

2004 - 2007

Attorney, Everson, Whitney, Everson & Brehm S.C.

1999 - 2004

Partner/Attorney, Roels, Keidatz, Cerminara & Fronsee, LLP

1996 - 1998

Attorney, Roels, Keidatz & Parent, LLP

Associations

2017 - Present

Outagamie County Bar Association

Education

1995

Thomas M. Cooley Law School

Cum Laude

1991

University of Wisconsin, Madison

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Publications

2012

Behind the Bar, Wisconsin Association for Legal Professionals, Vol. 48, Iss. 3 Law Day 2012 Inspires Consideration and Understanding

2012

Behind the Bar, Wisconsin Associate for Legal Professionals, Vol. 48, Iss. 2 A Fourth Amendment Controversy: Barnes v. Indiana

Languages

English

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