About Gary
Biography
I am a lifelong Modesto resident and have devoted myself to representing local people who have suffered work related injuries, or who have been injured in an accident due to the negligence of others. Additionally, when clients find themselves unable to work on a permanent basis, I can assist them in obtaining social security disability benefits.
My wife Sharilyn and I are supportive of local charitable organizations as well as the arts and cultural activities. We believe that it is our job to give back to the community that has helped to support us through the years.
Many of my clients have never needed an attorney before, or maybe had a bad experience in the past with the legal system in California. I think you will find me forthright and easy to talk to. Please call for an appointment if you think I might be able to assist you in a workers' compensation, personal injury, or social security disability matter.
Injured or Disabled? Personal Injury, Workers' Compensation, or Social Security Disability - Call Me
I have nearly 30 years of experience in obtaining excellent recoveries for my injured clients.
For nearly 30 years I have aggressively fought for benefits for injured workers in California.
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
40 years
40 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
15%-33%
Awards
Licenses
Licensed in California for 39 years
State: California
Acquired: 1986
No misconduct found
Location
Law Office Gary Nelson
421 13th St, Modesto, CA, 95354
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4 Client Reviews
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Posted by anonymous | August 22, 2013 | Social Security Disability
Social Security
This Attorney helped me get SSDI when I needed it. He was easy to work with throughout this process and I do recommend him.
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Experience
Honors
2025
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2024
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2023
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2022
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2022
Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell
2021
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2020
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2019
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2018
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2017
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2016
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2015
BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2015
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2014
BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2013
BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2012
BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2007
Attorney of the Year, Workers' Compensation, California State Bar Association
2006
Applicant Attorney of the Year for Workers' Compensation, California State Bar Asscoiation
Work Experience
2007 - Present
Owner, Law Office of Gary Nelson
1994 - 1995
Judge Pro Tem, Stanislaus County Superior Court
1992 - 2007
Partner, Jones, Cochrane, Hollenback, Nelson Zumwalt
1989 - 1992
Attorney, Moorad, Clark & Gleason
1986 - 1989
Attorney, Strauss, Neibauer, Anderson & Hollenback
Associations
2006 - Present
California State Bar Executive CommitteeBoard Member
Member
Member
Member
1994 - 1995
Stanislaus County Superior CourtJudge Pro Tem
1991 - 1992
Stanislaus County Bar AssociationBoard of Directors
Education
1985
JD - Juris Doctor
1982
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Languages
English
Spanish