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I strive to be approachable and straightforward, and as a client you will deal with me directly. I enjoy working with individuals, estates and businesses to get legal results in a timely fashion, particularly during trying times for families.
I hold a BS from the University of Illinois at Chicago and a JD from Lewis & Clark Law School in Portland, Oregon. I am licensed in Illinois and a member of the Illinois State Bar Association. I am also proud to volunteer with Chicago Volunteer Legal Services, which provides free legal services to lower-income individuals.
Before law school, I worked as a marine biologist in Alaska, collecting fisheries data for the federal government aboard commercial fishing vessels between 59' and 270' in length. I currently live with my family near Chicago and enjoy distance biking, traveling, and reading.
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180 N LaSalle St Ste 3700, Chicago, IL, 60601-2809
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Posted by anonymous | July 29, 2020 | Hired Attorney
I worked with Doug multiple times to update my will. I appreciated his attention to detail and expertise. He listened to my wishes and was able to clearly communicate throughout the process. I strongly recommend Doug law services.
Posted by Davlin | May 21, 2020 | Hired Attorney
Through the long and drawn-out process of my family's case, he was very supportive and insightful during that rough time. He made sure everything was handled professionally and with efficiency. Left no stone unturned to get what we needed to be done.
Posted by Jason | May 21, 2020 | Hired Attorney
I can not say enough good things about Doug! From helping me personally, to helping my family through a hard fought estate distribution, Doug kept us well informed of the processes and proceedings during a very scary and tough time. I NEVER hesitate to recommend Doug to anyone that needs help with ...
Posted by Bill | May 21, 2020 | Hired Attorney
After interviewing 3 other lawyers, I hired Doug Nelson to assist me with the preparation of several end-of-life documents. What set him apart was his ability to listen attentively to my needs and communicate clearly with me regarding the steps necessary to achieve my objectives. Over the span of s...
Posted by Lita | May 20, 2020 | Hired Attorney
Doug is respectful, trustworthy, efficient, detailed. I approached Doug with a question about a will, without hesitation he started to help me, his advice was thorough. I hired him on the spot to take care of my most personal, painful time in my life. All was tied up very quickly. He is top notch. I ...
"Doug is a highly respected, knowledgeable and collegial, and is always willing to discuss important issues with other attorneys."
"Doug and I had a more complicated real estate matter together. Doug was pleasant, skilled and knowledgeable, which made the challenges of our transaction easier to resolve and get through. I believe Doug represents the best of the legal profession, and I strongly endorse him."
"Doug is an excellent attorney. I refer clients to him for Wills and Estate planning. Call Doug you will be in great hands."
"Doug Nelson is a dedicated attorney who goes above and beyond for his clients. In my experience with Doug, he works hard to understand his clients' issues and goals and then formulates a plan to address those issues and reach those goals. Throughout the process, Doug keeps his clients informed as to what the plan is, the reasoning for the plan, and the status of the execution of the plan. I genuinely trust that Doug will get the job done. When family and friends ask me for estate planning references, my first choice is Doug!"
"Doug is smart, experienced, and thorough. I have known him for five plus years as we share the same office suite. He strikes me as one of the most honest, transparent, and down to earth attorneys I know. I have referred family and friends to him for estate planning and probate needs."
"I know Doug as both a fellow lawyer and as a client. Doug is knowledgeable and detail oriented. He asks all of the right questions so you can plan for future with confidence. I confidently refer clients, friends and family to Doug whenever there is a will, trust or other probate issue. As an added bonus, he is a really good guy."
"I worked for Doug as a young law student, he was very detailed and took the time to serve his clients well. As a practicing attorney I have sent multiple clients to him for help and he has always gone above and beyond for each of them. Doug is the lawyer you want in your corner for probate and guardianship matters."
"I have known Doug for a few years and he is one of the most honest lawyers (and people) that I know. He consistently approaches his cases with a high level of integrity and prudence. The bonus is that he is very personable. He has been an incredible mentor and I'm glad to call him a friend!"
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Environmental Law Certificate, Lewis & Clark Law School
2008
Public Interest Law Certificate, Lewis & Clark Law School
2009 - Present
Principal, The Law Office of Doug Nelson, PC
2007 - 2008
Clinical Student Attorney, Pacific Environmental Advocacy Center (currently called Earthrise)
2007 - 2007
Summer Judicial Internship - The Honorable Diane Joan Larsen, Cook County Circuit Court
2013 - Present
Chicago Volunteer Legal ServicesRegular volunteer attorney
2010 - Present
Illinois State Bar AssociationMember
2014 - 2016
Chicago Estate Planning CouncilMember
2010 - 2015
Chicago Bar AssociationMember
Estates Administered
2008
JD - Juris Doctor
2000
BS - Bachelor of Science
2018
Estate Planning and Probate
2018
The Basics of Illinois Probate
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