Brian Nelson

Brian Nelson

also known as Brian H. Nelson

5.0
Rating: 9.8

Licensed for 12 years

Probate Lawyer at Las Vegas, NV
Practice Areas: Probate, Litigation, Trusts

9525 Hillwood Drive, Suite 140, Las Vegas, NV

About Brian

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Probate 40%

13 years

40%
Litigation 30%

13 years

30%
Trusts 30%

13 years

30%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

Hourly Rates

$ 350-350 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Nevada for 12 years

State: Nevada

Acquired: 2013

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Brian H. Nelson

9525 Hillwood Drive, Suite 140, Las Vegas, NV, 89134

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Brian Nelson's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

93 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 21 reviews | General Knowledge

Posted by ROBERT | January 28, 2026

Excellent Experience

I had an excellent experience working with Brian Nelson. He was professional, responsive, and thoughtful in how he approached a complex and time-sensitive matter. Brian clearly understands both the legal landscape and the human side of difficult situations, which made a real difference throughout the... process. His guidance and involvement were impactful in moving things forward efficiently and constructively, and I appreciated how clearly he communicated at every step. I would absolutely recommend Brian to anyone looking for a knowledgeable, trustworthy attorney who takes their role seriously and treats clients with respect.

Posted by Brenda | January 28, 2026 | Probate

We walked into Mr. Nelson’s office without an appointment, and he took the time to see us immediately. He listened carefully, to

We walked into Mr. Nelson’s office without an appointment, and he took the time to see us immediately. He listened carefully, took notes, and asked thoughtful clarifying questions before offering his advice. He was professional, knowledgeable, and very easy to talk to. His guidance ultimately save...d us money and helped resolve our issue within 24 hours. If we ever need an attorney for probate, trusts, trust litigation, or related matters, we would not hesitate to contact him again. He genuinely cares about helping his clients achieve the best possible outcome — a quality that is increasingly rare.

Posted by anonymous | November 13, 2025 | Trusts

Real estate and trust consult

Mr Nelson provided excellent analysis and options regarding my case during an initial consultation. He showed a high level of legal knowledge and strategic thinking relevant to my situation, including how issues with trusts and title affect real estate. I would not hesitate to utilize his services in... the future.

Posted by anonymous | June 06, 2025

5 Star Consult

I had an initial consultation with Brian Nelson and was immediately impressed by his professionalism, clarity, and genuine concern for my situation. He took the time to listen carefully, asked insightful questions, and explained my options in a clear, approachable way. Even in just one meeting, I fel...t more informed and at ease about my next steps. It’s clear he knows his field and truly cares about helping his clients. I wouldn’t hesitate to move forward with him and highly recommend reaching out if you need legal guidance.

Posted by Ann | August 02, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning

Reliable Estate Attorney: Brian Offers Affordable, Accurate Settlements with Exceptional Service

Brian is an exceptional resource and estate attorney who ensures quick and accurate settlements. Recommended by my realtor, who praised him highly, Brian exceeded all my expectations. Working with Brian is effortless. He always answers the phone promptly, or returns calls within a few hours. He li...stens to all concerns and answers all questions with compassion and precision. I recall when the title company was ready to close on our house, awaiting Brian's approval. Even though he was about to enter a courtroom, he answered the phone and arranged for his paralegal to finalize everything promptly. Beyond his extraordinary legal expertise, Brian is practical and seeks the most affordable solutions, providing all available options to win your case. He makes it very clear that he is there to preserve your estate and ensure you get the most out of your inheritance. Brian is truly a gem and I would recommend him to anyone!!

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Brian Nelson's Lawyer Endorsements

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Daniel Goodsell

Probate lawyer | Dec 09

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"I supervised Brian's work for several years, and I still work with him closely on several matters, and I fully endorse Brian's competence, integrity and dedication to being a strong advocate for his clients in a cost-effective and practical manner."

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Kegan Monks

Probate lawyer | Jun 06

Relationship: Co-worker

"Brian is an experienced and extremely knowledgeable attorney. His ability to handle both simple and complex issues effectively is exceptional. I'm happy to endorse his services."

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Sagar Raich

Probate lawyer | Apr 28

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Brian is one of the most talented and one of the smartest Probate lawyers in Las Vegas. His honesty, attention to detail, client relationships, and skills are second to none. If you have a probate, estate, or guardianship need, I highly recommend Brian!"

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Jeffrey Gronich

Estate planning lawyer | Oct 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Nelson is an honest and thorough attorney that takes pride in his work, and knows and understands the intricacies of complex estate planning. I'm happy to endorse Mr. Nelson's services."

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Thomas Grover

Litigation lawyer

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Daniel Goodsell

Estate planning lawyer

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Kegan Monks

Guardianship lawyer

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Michael Olsen

Litigation lawyer

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Sagar Raich

Business lawyer

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Michael Beede

Real estate lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.8 (Superb)

Honors

2025

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2024

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2023

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2023

2023 AV Preeminent Attorney, Martindale-Hubbell

2022

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2022

2022 Client Champion Platinum, Martindale-Hubbell

2022

2022 AV Preeminent Attorney, Martindale-Hubbell

2021

2021 Mountain States Rising Stars, Super Lawyers

2021

2021 Client Champion, Martindale-Hubbell

2021

2021 AV Preeminent Attorney, Martindale-Hubbell

2019

Honor Roll, Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada

Work Experience

2021 - Present

Owner, Law Offices of Brian H. Nelson

2020 - 2021

Partner, Goodsell Law Group

2019 - 2019

Associate Attorney, Goodsell Law Group

2013 - 2018

Associate Attorney, Goodsell & Olsen, LLP

2012 - 2013

Law Clerk, Goodsell & Olsen, LLP

2011 - 2011

Law Clerk, Sumsion Business Law

Associations

Probate and Trust Law Section

Sample of Legal Cases

Muttitt v. Rosa (In re Estate of Kennedy), 2018 Nev. App. Unpub. LEXIS 25 *, 2018 WL 1036893

Affirmed

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Education

2013

William S. Boyd School of Law

2009

Brigham Young University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Publications

2019

Languages

English

French

Activity

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