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I was disciplined for failing to complete my mandatory continuing legal education requirements in 2013. All lawyers are required to participate in a specified amount of ongoing legal education and I did not complete mine that year. I am not proud of that and I’m embarrassed that the State Bar chose to discipline me publicly for it, but it had nothing to do with client care or my competence as a lawyer.
I have been practicing immigration law since 1994. During that time I have had the privilege of assisting companies, families, and individuals with a wide array of immigration issues, from family visas and the citizenship process to student and business visas. I have always loved helping people and practicing immigration law has allowed me to do what I love every day.
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Acquired: 1990
Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2016
301 E Colorado Blvd., Suite 325, Pasadena, CA, 91101
19 Client Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 6 reviews | Recommendation
Posted by anonymous | September 19, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Immigration
Highly recommended!
I used Nelson & Associates for my difficult case and a series of challenging situations with immigration. Atty. Nelson is very knowledgeable and finally got my case resolved and now I got my GC. His paralegal Tonette was very helpful until the end. She was always on top of my case and always made pro...
Posted by Ahimsa | September 20, 2012 | Immigration
Coolest Attorney!
Easy going, easy to talk to, great staff, answers your questions without delay, puts you at ease, realistic, likes kids, and a jokester!!! Bonus! I will refer anybody with inmigration issues to him, hands down. On a serious note, very pleased with the way he handled my case and how quickly everything...
Posted by Gilbert Carreon | June 14, 2012 | Immigration
Highly Recommended
I was their client since 2002 from day 1 when I had H1 application till I got my Green Card last March 2012. I would recommend someone who need help regarding immigration matters.
Posted by anonymous | October 24, 2010
A must choose, Highly recommended.
You will not go wrong with this guy and his friendly staff. Thank you for make my life easier, and special thanks for my paralegal Mr. Landi Guidetti.
Posted by Renato | October 15, 2009 | Immigration
You are tha BEST !!
6The number 1 law firm I would greatly recommend. Atty. Nelson and his staff not only have the best knowledge on immigration matters but they also have that big heart to help. They have been very meticulous in their job, making sure that everything is in order before documents leave their office....
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This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2016.
Discipline, Probation; no Actual Suspension issued in CA, 2016
updated on 02/14/2018This sanction means the attorney had a suspension placed on hold (and ultimately removed) by complying with certain requirements.
“I was disciplined for failing to complete my mandatory continuing legal education requirements in 2013. All lawyers are required to participate in a specified amount of ongoing legal education and I did not complete mine that year. I am not proud of that and I’m embarrassed that the State Bar chose to discipline me publicly for it, but it had nothing to do with client care or my competence as a lawyer.”
1998 - 2003
Immigration Partner, Bander Law Firm, LLP
1997 - 1998
Associate, Gonzalez and Harris
1994 - 1996
Associate, Reeves & Associates, P.C.
Member
Member
Member
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1988
JD - Juris Doctor
1983
BA - Bachelor of Arts
English
Mandarin
Cantonese
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