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About Sarah
When I am not practicing law or performing the duties of a law professor, I can be found riding my Hayabusa motorcycle, flying airplanes, hiking, kayaking, spending time with my dog, or reading up on my favorite topic, ancient religions.
Practice areas
- Aviation: 70%
FAA Airman Enforcement Action, Unmanned Aircraft Systems (Drone) law, Commercial Space Operations and Policy
7 years
- Business: 10%
Business Formation, LLC, Corporations, 501(c)(3), Contracts
7 years
- Estate planning: 10%
Wills, Power of Attorney, Advanced Directives
- Mediation: 10%
Circle Justice
Languages spoken
English
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Resume
| State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|
| AZ | Active | 2014 | 03/04/2021 |
| Legal answers | 5 |
| Legal guides | 0 |
| Award name | Grantor | Date granted |
|---|---|---|
| Dean's List | Arizona Summit Law School | 2014 |
| CALI award in Business Associations | Arizona Summit Law School | 2014 |
| Order of the Quill | Arizona Summit Law School | 2014 |
| Merit Scholarship Award | Arizona Summit Law School | 2014 |
| Community Service (Pro Bono) Certificate | Arizona Summit Law School | 2014 |
| Honors, Cum Laude | Arizona Summit Law School | 2014 |
|---|---|---|
| Dean's List | Arizona Summit Law School | 2013 |
| Merit Scholarship Award | Arizona Summit Law School | 2013 |
| Dean's List | Arizona Summit Law School | 2012 |
| Merit Scholarship Award | Arizona Summit Law School | 2012 |
| PBIS Staff Member of the Week Award | South Mountain High School | 2011 |
| Merit Scholarship Award | Arizona Summit Law School | 2011 |
| Dean's List | Northcentral University | 2011 |
| Dean's List | Northcentral University | 2010 |
| Dean's List | Northcentral University | 2009 |
| Dean's List | Northcentral University | 2008 |
| Teacher of the Week Award | South Mountain High School | 2007 |
| Dean's List | Northcentral University | 2007 |
| Dean's List | Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University | 2006 |
| Dean's List | Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University | 2005 |
| Dean's List | Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University | 2004 |
| Dean's List | Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University | 2003 |
| Dean's List | Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University | 2002 |
| Dean's List | Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University | 2001 |
| Dean's List | Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University | 2000 |
| Title | Company name | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Full-Time Faculty | Embry Riddle Aeronautical University | 2015 - Present |
| FAASTeam Safety Representative | Federal Aviation Administration | 2015 - Present |
| Founder and Managing Attorney | Nilsson Law, PLLC | 2014 - Present |
| Association name | Position name | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| State Bar of Arizona | Member | 2014 - Present |
| United States District Court of Arizona | Member | 2014 - Present |
| Phi Alpha Delta, International Law Fraternity | Member | 2012 - Present |
| American Bar Association | Member | 2011 - Present |
| Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association | Member | 2002 - Present |
| Women in Aviation, International | N/A | 2002 - Present |
|---|---|---|
| Arizona Summit Law School Alumni Association | Board Member | 2014 - 2015 |
| Maricopa County Bar Association, Young Lawyers Division | Board Member | 2014 - 2015 |
| Arizona Summit Law School, Student Bar Association | Evening Student Delegate | 2012 - 2013 |
| Arizona Summit Law School, Aviation Law Student Association | President | 2012 - 2014 |
| Arizona Summit Law School, Night Student Society | Member | 2011 - 2013 |
| Publication name | Title | Date |
|---|---|---|
| A3iRCON 2016 Proceedings | 2015 Commercial Space Industry Snapshot as seen through the eyes of the ISPCS | 2016 |
| Aviation Supplies and Academics, Inc. | Practical Aviation and Aerospace Law | 2015 |
| The Citadel Conference Proceedings | In the Aftermath of Pirker: Questions of Policy versus Law on Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) | 2015 |
| Aviation Supplies and Academics, Inc. | Practical Aviation and Aerospace Law - Chapter 18 | 2015 |
| A3iRCon Proceedings | Pirker and Beyond: Questions of Policy Versus Law on Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) | 2015 |
| Arizona Summit Law School Dissertation | A Circle Takes No Sides | 2014 |
|---|---|---|
| Northcentral University Dissertation | Relationship between Recent Flight Experience and Pilot Error General Aviation Accidents | 2011 |
| School name | Degree | Graduated |
|---|---|---|
| Arizona Summit Law School | JD - Juris Doctor | 2014 |
| Northcentral University | PhD - Doctorate | 2011 |
| Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University | MS - Master of Science | 2006 |
| Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University | BS - Bachelor of Science | 2003 |
| Conference name | Title | Date |
|---|---|---|
| A3iRCON 2016 | UAS in the NAS - Registration and more | 2016 |
| The Drone Dude Podcast | Drone Law | 2015 |
| Presentation on UAS Rules and Regulations | Drone Law | 2015 |
| Podcast on UAVs | Unmanned Aerial Vehicles and the Law | 2015 |
| Meeting of the Prescott Airport Users Association | Pilot Enforcement Action | 2015 |
| FAA Wings Seminar | UAS and the new AC91-57A | 2015 |
|---|---|---|
| FAA Wings Seminar | UAS and the Airspace | 2015 |
| Copper state Fly-In | UAS in the National Airspace System: policy and law | 2015 |
| A3irCon | UAS regulations | 2015 |
| 2015 Intelligence and Homeland Security Enterprise Conference | Drone Law - Unmanned Aircraft Regulation in the US | 2015 |
| Case name | Outcome |
|---|---|
| Cases |
Amazing Attention to detail
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Sat Jan 16 2016
My go-to attorney
Posted by Jeremy Davalos
Mon Mar 23 2015
Prenuptial Agreement Review
Posted by Giancarlo Sapelli
Wed Dec 31 2014
Sarah is a dynamic attorney
Posted by Monica
Tue Dec 30 2014
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(22)Andrew Alex, Aviation Attorney on Feb 15, 2016
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I endorse this lawyer.
Abigail Neal, Business Attorney on Feb 12, 2016
Relationship: Supervised lawyer
Sarah is an excellent attorney with a great attitude. She is very detail oriented, a hard worker, and willing to go the extra mile. Sarah was truly a pleasure to work with!
Susan Marks, Aviation Attorney on Jan 18, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Sarah is incredibly knowledgeable in Aviation and Business law. Her credentials are outstanding, and her breadth of experience makes her the lawyer to turn to when facing a legal issue involving aviation or business.
Peter Goodman, Aviation Attorney on Dec 21, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Sarah's knowledge and enthusiasm for Aviation Law is absolutely amazing. I haven't met anyone more devoted to the practice.
Nancy Davidson, Aviation Attorney on Dec 6, 2015
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I endorse this lawyer.
Benjamin Erlick, Aviation Attorney on Nov 17, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Sarah gave a presentation at my law firm regarding the current state of the fast-evolving Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) rules and regulations, and she knocked it out of the park. She is impressive, with abundant knowledge that she conveys effortlessly and efficiently.
Kelly-Ann Weimar, Aviation Attorney on Oct 23, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Sarah is a highly respected, highly skilled attorney. She has a deep breadth of knowledge, and experience. Her nonstop work ethic makes her the go to lawyer for Aviation or Estate planning matters. With Sarah you can always know she'll work hard to help clients achieve great results. I strongly endorse her.
Charity Clark, Aviation Attorney on Oct 23, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Sarah is very knowledgeable in her field. She would without a doubt be the attorney I would go to with any issue related to Aviation law. In addition, Sarah is clearly very passionate about her practice. As such, she is an incredible advocate for her clients.
Shawn Dove, Aviation Attorney on Oct 22, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Sarah is an amazing Aviation attorney, who works hard for her clients. She is efficient and trustworthy. I endorse this lawyer.
Jonathan Rupprecht, Aviation Attorney on Oct 22, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Sarah is extremely knowledgeable on aviation because she is a commercial pilot and flight instructor. In addition to teaching aviation in the air, Sarah also teaches on the ground as an adjunct faculty for Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University and she co-authored a book on aviation law with her focus on on commercial space law. The skills she obtained while instructing students, in the air or on the ground, on how to safely operate aircraft in the national airspace will greatly benefit the clients she represents. If you are looking for an “out of this world” experience regarding commercial space law, or maybe something a little more down to earth regarding drone or aviation law, let Sarah jump in the cockpit and help you navigate through the difficult legal issues.
Dai Nguyen, Aviation Attorney on Oct 22, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Ms. Nilsson is passionate and knowledgeable about aviation law. She is a dedicated to her clients and her work in the field of aviation law. I would highly recommend this attorney.
Lisa Simpson, Aviation Attorney on Oct 21, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Sarah is passionate an extremely knowledgeable in this area of the law. She is an excellent attorney!
Elizabeth Westby, Aviation Attorney on Oct 21, 2015
Relationship: Other
Sarah has a down-to-earth attitude and a passion for her work. I trust Sarah with client referrals because of her top notch character and diligence.
Gavin Curtis, Aviation Attorney on Oct 21, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Sarah is passionate about aviation and aviation law. Not only is she a great lawyer, she is a thought leader in her area of law. i highly recommend this lawyer.
Jason Forcier, Aviation Attorney on Feb 21, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Competence is Sarah's watchword. Sarah is one of the most qualified individuals I know, holding several advanced degrees, to include a PhD. I met Sarah in law school and know her personally. I would not hesitate recommending my friends and family to her.
Giancarlo Sapelli, Marriage and prenuptials Attorney on Feb 14, 2015
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Sarah and I have worked on pre-nuptials, and I refer all of my contract work to her. She is efficient and knowledgeable and a wonderful advocate and resource for her clients.
Ruth Szanto, Administrative law Attorney on Jan 1, 2015
Relationship: Friend
I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Nilsson is smart, talented, and an incredible lawyer.
Amie Mendoza, Aviation Attorney on Dec 31, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. It is rare in our field to find those who are so passionate about a particular area of law. Sarah's passion for aviation law is second to none, and I am thrilled to have a fellow lawyer in the community to point friends and family toward for this area of law.
Kimberly Davis, Aviation Attorney on Dec 31, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Ms. Nilsson is passionate and knowledgeable about aviation law. She is a dedicated advocate for her clients and works tirelessly to meet her client's needs. I would highly recommend this attorney.
Freddy Saavedra, Aviation Attorney on Dec 30, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Sarah as incredibly passionate and knowledgeable in aviation law. She is a dedicated advocate and an incredible person and I wholeheartedly recommend her in the field of Aviation Law.