Blair W. Nelson

When I suddenly found myself arrested on felony criminal sex charges, I was scared and overwhelmed. I had no experience with the legal system and knew I needed a good lawyer. But I didn’t know how I’d ever find one I could trust and feel comfortable with. From my very first conversation with Blai...r, I knew I could trust him. Without talking down to me or embarrassing me, he sorted everything out. Explained things. I could tell that he knew the law and knew how to help me. He welcomed my questions. (And maybe some of my questions were dumb but if they were, Blair never let on. He then, and still has, helped me to have and keep my dignity.) And he was compassionate and understanding, letting me have my moments when I was overwhelmed with emotions. True, you can’t just go by first impressions. But during the time he’s been representing me, he’s proven to me time and again that I couldn’t have wished for a better or more skilled lawyer. He promptly keeps me informed of what’s happening, explaining what it means and how we’ll proceed. No false hopes, no dramatizing. Just here’s what it is and here’s what we’ll do. He’s even gotten the law book out to give me something ‘visual’ when I needed a little clearer understanding and more reassurance. He doesn’t need to do that but that’s just how Blair is: He takes the time and gives the little ‘extra’ his client needs. Very comforting to have him in control yet still be kept ‘in the loop.’ I’ve also gotten to see him ‘in action’ in the courtroom, not only what he says, but how he interacts with the judge and the prosecuting attorney, his demeanor. Impressive! He’s respectful and at ease but he doesn’t let himself be intimidated. He’s there for his client, ready to push if he needs to push. He’s earned my respect and I have complete faith in him. What’s been huge to me is that when I’ve got questions, or worries, or maybe I’m just stressing out, he’s accessible. I can schedule an appointment (and his office quickly fits me in every time) or email or call him. For me, it’s mostly emails. And Blair responds quickly (10-20 minutes!). It shows how ready he is to help his client. And Blair knows just what to say, whether it’s making a statement to the media in my behalf, or just reminding me to breathe. Or handling every ‘crisis’ in between. It’s a good feeling knowing I’m being represented by the best. That’s why I can wholeheartedly, with no hesitation, recommend Blair as a skilled lawyer you can confidently put your trust in.