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Deborah M Nelson

Personal injury Attorney at Seattle, WA

5.0   24 reviews
  • Licensed for 30 years
    State WA
    Acquired 1993
    Status
    Active No misconduct found

We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.

About Deborah

Learn Deborah’s areas of practice.

5
Practice areas
  1. Personal injury
    30%
    Car Accidents, Bicycle Accidents, Pedestrian Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Trucking Accidents, Wrongful Death

    29 years

  2. Car accident
    25%
    Car Accidents, Bicycle Accidents, Pedestrian Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Trucking Accidents, Wrongful Death

    29 years

  3. Brain injury
    20%
    Traumatic Brain Injury

    29 years

  4. Insurance
    15%
    Insurance Coverage, Insurance Disputes, Denied Claims, Insurance Bad Faith, Long Term Disability Insurance Denials

    29 years

  5. Ethics and professional responsibility
    10%
    Lawyer/Legal Malpractice

    29 years

Deborah Nelson is  a  Past President of the Washington State Trial Lawyers Association. She has been honored by her peers receiving the "Super Lawyer" designation from Washington Law & Politics each year since 2003. Deborah's professionalism and passion for her clients are hallmarks of her law practice. She focuses her plaintiff's personal injury practice on brain injury cases, catastrophic personal injury, and insurance coverage and insurance bad faith litigation.

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Posted by Michael | February 16, 2018
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
Let the healing begin!
Love this team! From day one they were on top of every aspect. Filings, documents, discovery.... It made it easier to start the healing, not having to worry about the legal aspect of all this. Very professional and assertive towards getting a positive resolution for me. Deborah, Jeff, and the entire staff were a pleasure to work with and I'm honored to call them friends. If there is a way to help you, they will give it full measure!
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Posted by anonymous | December 11, 2017
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| Hired Attorney
Endorsement
I am delighted and pleased to provide this endorsement of the outstanding attorney, Deborah M. Nelson. Even if you are only considering the retainment of a personal injury lawyer, you do not need to look any further. My experience with Deborah was sterling from the beginning of my case to its most successful end. Throughout the process, Deborah exhibited the highest degrees of professionalism and compassion. Her knowledge of personal injury and insurance law is exemplary. She applied her expertise with fantastic clarity and effectiveness. Most importantly, Deborah handled my case with empathy and treated me with the utmost respect. You will find the same. I will not hesitate to hire Deborah again if and when I need her because she became my friend. Thank you! LMO. December 2017
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Posted by Dan | July 24, 2017
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| Hired Attorney
Very friendly, professional and effective
Deborah and her entire firm did a great job handling my claim. The process was very simple and stress-free as they handled everything from start to finish. I got a very fair settlement much quicker than I expected based on stories I've heard about similar situations.
Posted by anonymous | July 18, 2017
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| Hired Attorney
Great advocate
Deborah and her paralegal Linda were amazing from start to finish. They answered all of my questions (there were lots!) and explained each step in the process. I truly felt I was being advocated for in the best possible way.
Posted by Jhene Hatton | December 28, 2015
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| Hired Attorney
Excellent, straight forward representation.
Deborah is highly capable, knowledgable, effective and an excellent communicator. I was always clear on what was going on with my case and felt she was competently handling all issues. She isn't afraid to play hardball with the opposing side but also knows when subtle finesse will be more persuasive. Deborah has represented me on two occasions and I wouldn't hesitate to work with her again.
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Posted by Crystal | September 23, 2015
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| Hired Attorney
Highly Recommend!
Deborah and Jeff did a wonderful job while representing me in a personal injury case. Both were very compassionate to my situation and kept me well appraised as to what was happening with my case. My emails and phone calls were answered promptly and any questions were answered fully. I was never left wondering what was the next step. Both worked tirelessly on my case till the very end and always made me feel like I was more than just a client. I could not have asked for a better team!
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Posted by Kate | March 9, 2015
Highly Recommended!
When we contacted and met with Deborah Nelson and Jeff Boyd of Nelson and Boyd Attorneys, they were very knowledgeable regarding my husband type of injury, and Deborah directed us toward the best Doctor's to deal with my husband's TBI. They always kept us informed of what was happening. We could always reach them, or they always called us back immediately. If you are looking for attorneys that are trustworthy, thoughtful, hard working and go the distance on your behalf, look no further. We spent a lot of time with them during our lawsuit, and it was like being with family. Someone who truly has your back, and truly cares about the outcome.
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Posted by John | March 1, 2015
Medical Malpractice
Deborah Nelson and Jeffrey Boyd represented my claim professionally and with great concern for the way my initial case was mis-handled by another lawyer. Unlike the previous lawyer, they did everything in their power to get the best settlement that they could. They were responsive to my questions and constantly kept me informed as to the status of the litigation and presented me with all the facts to make an informed decision about my claim. Their professionalism and legal knowledge resulted in getting adequate compensation through mediation prior to taking the case to court.
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Posted by Alan | July 15, 2014
Attorney Malpractice/Medical Malpractice
We used the firm of Nelson Boyd, and were represented by Deborah Nelson and Jeffery Boyd in our lawsuit against an attorney who mis-handled our earlier medical malpractice cases. In both our underlying cases we had received inadequate compensation for out injuries and received an amount way below what other, similar, cases had been settled for by other attorneys. Nelson Boyd helped us receive equitable compensation in mediation just before trial. They were responsive to our questions and kept us informed throughout the two-year process. It was great working with this firm. Alan & Margie J
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Posted by Donna | February 11, 2013
Positive Review
This was my first experience with a lawyer.She was comfortable to work with and a warm personality.She was excellent at explaining every move. She was very prompt at answering my inquiries by e mail ot phone. I am more than pleased with the outcome of the legal matter. I highly recommend her.
Posted by Christopher | December 5, 2012
Case Closed!
Deborah Nelson is the best attorney I have ever worked with. She provided guidance and support that was beneficial for winning the case. Doborah gets right to the point and clearly lays out all of the details, as well as communicates the specifics on my role in completing tasks pertinent for a successful outcome. She is an outstandingly smart attorney and a wonderful and caring person!
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Posted by Trisha | July 29, 2012
Excellent legal assistance, awesome advice and very honest and excellent communitacion
Deborah took on my case even though I lived in a city 3 hours away and was so honest, upfront, had excellent communications with me and helped me in a case that was life altering for me. I would highly recommend her to anyone that requires her legal services. There was not one thing Deborah failed to do for me. In fact she went out of her way to make sure I was taken care of and understood every aspect of the application process and made sure that I was awarded fairly. Thank You Deborah Nelson
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Posted by Carol | July 25, 2012
motorcycle accident representation
3 years ago I was involved in an accident which left me with 2 broken arms and 2 broken legs. The Boyd Nelson team pulled together all the information needed for me to be able to at least get the funds that were available in a settlement and I am quite thankful. I would suggest them for their professionalism, quick response and follow-through
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Posted by anonymous | May 29, 2012
Appreciative
First let me say that I am a very kept to myself person. I don't like people knowing my business. I don't like talking about myself, especially to people I don't know. After my injury and "things" not being resolved a friend put me in contact with Deborah. I was very nervous about even talking to her in the beginning. Each time I spoke with her I felt more comfortable and confident. She is very personable, compassionate and knowledgeable. I didn't have to worry about any of it and if I had a question she had the answer. Very long story short Deborah and Jeff did an awesome job preparing for and in court. They will never fully know how much I appreciate them and the countless hours of work they did. I hope to never need another lawyer but if I were to need one I wouldn't hesitate to call Deborah and Jeff.
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Posted by anonymous | November 16, 2011
wrecked in Reno (Motorcycle accident)
Let me first state that my previous experiences with lawyers has been with divorce attorneys and has been a very negative experience . Because of this I had no interest in giving an attorney any share of money awarded to me when I was in a motorcycle accident in Reno where the other party was clearly at fault. I knew I couldn't get the same settlement an attoney could , however , I wouldn't have to choke up a third of it to a lawyer that didn't do much to earn it. I just needed the insurance company to deal in an upright and honest manner with a guy who wanted enough of a settlement to upgrade his motorcycle and maybe a couple thousand for pain and suffering . After 3 months of dealing with the insurance companies it became obvious that the whole lot of them were not being honest with me and trying their best to force me into a settlement. Right off the bat after my initial Emergency Room visit no one would see me for follow up care. I have great health insurance (gov. Regence Blueshield ) They would pay nothing because it was an accident and someone else was liable. My insurance company (State Farm would pay nothing because PIP personal injury protection is not available on MCs . The at fault partie's insurance (Farmers) would pay nothing until the claim settled.I was finally able to get Regence to cover(lot of hassle) if I signed over a right of recovery form which enabled them to be 1st in line to recover their losses from the other party. I was already out of pocket several thousand dollars in fees , co-pays , and other uncovered and undocumented expenses and it looked like I was actually going to end this case several thosand dolllars in the whole rather than recovering my full expenses when My aunt suggested I try an attorney friend of hers . Deborah Nelson and partner Jeff Boyd interviewed me and actually explained to me hoe my insurance coverage actually worked. I was informed of a lot of facts that were previously not disclosed to me. My underinsured motorist coverage is upposed to pay for my time loss from work and any pain and suffering award given me by a jury amongst other things. To make a long story short , Deborah was able to take the case , even after I had provided a lot of information to the other insurance companies and even signed away some of my legal redress recovery, and obtain a sizable monetary recovery for me. After taking the case Deborah dealt with all of the insurance contacts and other hassles. I was kept very well informed on the case proceedings and had access to Deborah via telephone and/or email as needed. After the the case was over and the vehicle insurance companies had settled my claims , Deborah (receiving no additional funds) pursued my health insurance company to have them pay for a portion of my attorney fees getting me several more thousand dollars that I had not expected. Basically I ended up with tens of thousands of dollars more than I was originally afterbecause the insurance companies would not deal with me in an open and forthright manner. Thank you Deborah and Jeff
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Posted by anonymous | February 28, 2011
Highest Recommendation
After contacting a disabling illness and losing the ability to work, I filed for disability benefits with my LTD insurance provider. After my claim was unfairly denied, I hired Deborah to handle the appeal. From the first meeting, I was impressed with her experience, intelligence, and compassion. She has a proven strategy for disability appeals using credible and respected medical and rehabilitation experts for evaluations and testimonies. Having Deborah manage the appeal was a huge relief; this allowed me to focus on my health care. She was tenacious, firm, and professional when dealing with the insurance company. Deborah provided timely and clear updates and always answered my many questions promptly. I know that it was in large part to her excellent work and perseverance that I received a favorable settlement. I hope to never have another legal issue again, but if I do, Deborah will be the first person I call.
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Posted by David | October 12, 2010
Great experience and highly reccommended!!
I had a great experience with Deborah Nelson. She had taken care of everything that needed to be done and which made it much easier on myself. Also I could not have been treated any better.
Posted by Heidi | July 15, 2010
Glad she joined our team.
Deborah came into our case and was a great breath of fresh air, she was extremely knowledgable, kind compasionate and awsome at what she does. She was quick to get back with me with my questions how ever small or large they were. Was appropriate in the courtroom which you can tell she knows her way around in and should I ever need an attorney again will go straight to Deborah.
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Posted by Philip | January 24, 2010
Superbly competent, personal, and dedicated
Deborah Nelson got me a surprisingly high settlement, considering the weakness of my case, and complications. She is one of those attorneys who are obviously very human, and yet tough and extremely competent. Bravo.
Posted by Shelley | December 10, 2009
Efficient and exceptional service
Upon finding myself the victim of a pedestrian accident involving a school bus company, I found I needed to secure an attorney. Deborah was recommended by a good friend of mine and she did not disappoint! Aside from my own personal injuries and emotional stress I was dealing with as a direct result of the accident, I found myself in the midst of a bunch of legal drama that was dealt with professionally and efficiently by Deborah. I was allotted the time to take care of my own needs while she was the one that took care of the "details". As someone that has never had to use an attorney, it was a new and at times stressful situation to be in, and having Deborah at the helm was very reassuring! The results of my case more than met my expectations. Not that I would wish my own situation on anyone, but if you need an attorney, Deborah is your top choice.
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Cost

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  • Contingency 33%-40%

Resume

AVVO RATING 10.0 (Superb)

Work Experience

  • Partner
  • Boyd Trial Consulting
  • 2009 - Present
  • Partner
  • Nelson Boyd, PLLC
  • 2009 - Present
  • Partner
  • Nelson Langer Nelson, PLLC
  • 2007 - 2009
  • Attorney
  • Deborah Nelson Willis, P.S.
  • 1997 - 2006
  • Attorney
  • Williams Law Office
  • 1994 - 1997
  • Judicial Law Clerk
  • Kitsap County Superior Court
  • 1993 - 1994
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Education

  • University of Cincinnati College of Law
  • JD - Juris Doctorate
  • 1993
  • Armstrong Atlantic State University
  • BA - Bachelor of Arts
  • 1990

Associations

  • American Association for Justice, Insurance Law Section
  • Secretary
  • 2010 - Present
  • American Association for Justice, Insurance Law Section
  • Member
  • 2010 - Present
  • Public Justice
  • Member
  • 2009 - Present
  • Convention Planning Committee, American Association for Justice
  • Member
  • 2009 - Present
  • The Melvin M. Belli Society
  • Board Member
  • 2008 - Present
  • Exchange Advisory Committee, American Association for Justice
  • Member
  • 2008 - Present
  • The Melvin M. Belli Society
  • Member - Marketing Committee
  • 2008 - Present
  • The Melvin S. Belli Society
  • Fellow
  • 2006 - Present
  • Platinum "M" Club, American Association for Justice
  • Member
  • 2006 - Present
  • Jefferson County Bar Association
  • Member
  • 2005 - Present
  • Lawyers Association Trust
  • Board Member
  • 2001 - Present
  • Washington State Trial Lawyers Association
  • Board Member
  • 1996 - Present
  • Washington State Trial Lawyers Association
  • Eagle Member
  • 1996 - Present
  • Clallam County Bar Association
  • Member
  • 1994 - Present
  • Washington State Association for Justice
  • Member
  • 1993 - Present
  • Washington State Bar Association
  • Member
  • 1993 - Present
  • American Bar Association
  • Member
  • 1993 - Present
  • American Association for Justice
  • Member
  • 1991 - Present
  • American Association for Justice
  • Leaders Forum member
  • 2009 - 2010
  • Justice List, American Association for Justice
  • Member
  • 2008 - 2010
  • Executive Committee, American Association for Justice
  • Member
  • 2007 - 2008
  • Council of Presidents, American Association for Justice
  • President
  • 2007 - 2008
  • Washington State Trial Lawyers Association
  • President
  • 2006 - 2007
  • Council of Presidents, American Association for Justice
  • Member
  • 2005 - 2008
  • Soroptimist International of Port Angeles
  • Member
  • 1994 - 2007
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Languages Spoken

  • English

Honors and Awards

  • Super Lawyer
  • Super Lawyers Magazine
  • 2016
  • Super Lawyer
  • Super Lawyers Magazine
  • 2015
  • Super Lawyer
  • Washington Law & Politics Magazine
  • 2014
  • Super Lawyer
  • Washington Law & Politics Magazine
  • 2013
  • Super Lawyer
  • Washington Law & Politics Magazine
  • 2012
  • Notable Alumni
  • Armstrong Atlantic State University, Savannah, GE
  • 2011
  • Super Lawyer
  • Washington Law & Politics Magazine
  • 2011
  • Super Lawyer
  • Washington Law & Politics Magazine
  • 2010
  • Super Lawyer
  • Washington Law & Politics Magazine
  • 2009
  • Super Lawyer
  • Washington Law & Politics Magazine
  • 2008
  • Super Lawyer
  • Washington Law & Politics Magazine
  • 2007
  • Woman of Distinction
  • Soroptimist International of Port Angeles
  • 2006
  • Super Lawyer
  • Washington Law & Politics Magazine
  • 2006
  • Best Lawyer in Clallam County
  • Peninsula Daily News
  • 2005
  • Super Lawyer
  • 2005
  • Best Lawyer in Clallam County
  • Peninsula Daily News
  • 2004
  • Super Lawyer
  • 2004
  • Super Lawyer
  • 2003
  • Best Lawyer in Clallam County
  • Peninsula Daily News
  • 2003
  • Alvin Anderson Award
  • 2001
  • Distinguished Service Award
  • Clallam County Pro Bono Lawyers
  • N/A
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Publications

  • American Association for Justice (AAJ) - Trial Magazine
  • Book Review - “Bridging Psychology and the Law” The Psychology of Tort Law by Jennifer K. Rebbennolt & Valerie P. Hans
  • 2017
  • American Association for Justice (AAJ) - Trial Magazine
  • Shutting the Door on Legal Malpractice
  • 2015
  • Trial (American Association for Justice)
  • Book Review: Delay Deny Defend - Why Insurance Companies Don't Pay Claims and What You Can Do About It
  • 2011
  • Trial News, Washington State Trial Lawyers
  • New Eagle Members Fly In From Out of State
  • 2010
  • Washington State Association for Justice - Motor Vehicle Accident Deskbook
  • PIP Litigation - Getting the Bills Paid
  • 2010
  • Washington State Association for Justice
  • Applying the Consumer Protection Act and Insurance Fair Conduct Act for Full Recovery of Extracontractual Damages
  • 2009
  • Trial (American Association for Justice)
  • The Importance of Using Lay Witnesses in Proving the Effect that Traumatic Brain Injuries Have on Your Client's Life
  • 2008
  • Washington State Trial Lawyers Association Trial News
  • A New Year, a new name, a new place
  • 2007
  • Washington State Trial Lawyers Association Trial News
  • Preserving our System of Justice
  • 2007
  • Washington State Trial Lawyers Association Trial News
  • Help our clients help others
  • 2007
  • Washington State Trial Lawyers Association Trial News
  • Law Day: A lawyer's Holiday
  • 2007
  • Washington State Trial Lawyers Association Trial News
  • Louis Brandeis, legal hero
  • 2007
  • washington state t
  • Proud to be a trial lawyer
  • 2007
  • Washington State Trial Lawyers Association Trial News
  • Wow, what a year!
  • 2007
  • Washington State Trial Lawyers Association Trial News
  • Privileged to lead
  • 2007
  • Washington State Trial Lawyers Association Trial News
  • Deborah's excellent adventure in Washington, D.C. (a.k.a. why you should join ATLA)
  • 2006
  • Washington State Trial Lawyers Association Trial News
  • A Season of Thankfulness
  • 2006
  • Washington State Trial Lawyers Association Trial News
  • Family law attorneys are trial lawyers too
  • 2006
  • Trial News, Washington State Trial Lawyers
  • Making Insurers Pay for Wrongful Denial of PIP Benefits
  • 2004
  • Washington State Trial Lawyers Association Trial News
  • New Campaign May Take Tort Deform To Ballot
  • 2004
  • Washington State Trial Lawyers Association Automobile Accident & Litigation Deskbook
  • PIP Litigation - Getting the Bills Paid
  • 2000
  • Washington State Trial Lawyers Association Trial News
  • State Farm found in bad faith for cutting of PIP benefits
  • 1996
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Speaking Engagements

  • Annual Convention
  • Canadian Caucus: Cross Border
  • 2020
  • WSAJ - Winter Conference, Steamboat Springs, CO
  • View From the Catbird Seat: The 5 Jurors I see at Every Focus Group
  • 2017
  • WSAJ - Insurance Law Seminar, Seattle, WA
  • UIM: Special Beast or Just Another Insurance Case?
  • 2017
  • ITLA - 50th Anniversary Spring Seminar, Boise, ID
  • How Much Medicine does the Jury need to Know?
  • 2017
  • AAJ - Winter Convention, Austin, TX
  • Identifying the Attitudes and Values, Opinions, and Beliefs of Post-Election Jurors
  • 2017
  • WTLA - Winter Conference, Steamboat Springs, CO
  • The Power Balance: Taking Care of Yourself So You Can Take Care of Others
  • 2016
  • WSAJ - New Lawyers Seminar, Seattle, WA
  • Critical Thinking About PIP
  • 2016
  • WSAJ - New Lawyers Seminar, Seattle, WA
  • Case and Client Selection
  • 2016
  • WSAJ - Auto Cases Seminar, Seattle, WA
  • Multilayered Approach - Applying IFCA to Auto Cases
  • 2016
  • AAJ - Jury Bias - A Day at The Races Seminar, Louisville, KY
  • Using Focus Groups Effictively
  • 2016
  • AAJ - Annual Convention, Los Angeles, CA
  • Discovering and Utilizing Jurors' Pre-Trial Beliefs
  • 2016
  • WTLA - Winter Conference, Lake Tahoe, CA
  • Tips for Keeping the Medical Insurer from Mucking Up Your Liability Case
  • 2015
  • WSAJ - Winning with Witnesses Seminar, Seattle, WA
  • Selecting and Prepping Your Client
  • 2015
  • WSAJ - Legal Ethics Seminar - Seattle, WA
  • Ethics Everday
  • 2015
  • Multnomah County Bar Association, Portland, OR
  • Observations from the Catbird Seat: The Five Jurors I see in Every Focus Group
  • 2015
  • Melvin M. Belli Society Seminar, Montreal
  • Observations from the Catbird Seat: The Five Jurors I see in Every Focus Group
  • 2015
  • ITLA - Annual Conference, Sun Valley, ID
  • Observations from the Catbird Seat: The Five Jurors I see in Every Focus Group
  • 2015
  • AAJ - Summer Convention, Montreal, Quebec
  • Tips for Keeping the Medical Insurer from Mucking Up Your Liability Case
  • 2015
  • AAJ - Deposing the Claims Adjuster Webinar
  • Using Civil Rule 30(b)(6) Depositions to Bind the Insurer for the Adjuster's Conduct
  • 2015
  • Winter Conference, Lake Tahoe
  • Tips for Winning Premises Liability Cases
  • 2014
  • Annual Convention, Baltimore
  • Ethical Issues in Insurance
  • 2014
  • Winter Conference, Lake Tahoe
  • Legal Malpractice: Don't Be The Defendant
  • 2013
  • Summer Conference, Maui
  • Tips for avoiding Legal Malpractice Claims
  • 2013
  • Ringler Radio-Podcast
  • Long Term Disability Insurance Denials: Pitfalls for the Unwary
  • 2013
  • National Webinar
  • Dealing with Treating Providers and Experts (your and theirs) on Traumatic Brain Injury Cases
  • 2013
  • Bringing Home the Winning Verdict Seminar
  • Demonstration of a Closing Argument
  • 2013
  • Law Review
  • Insurance Coverage Litigation
  • 2012
  • Annual Convention
  • Assessing, Preparing and Executing Bad Faith Claims While Litigating the Coverage Case
  • 2011
  • Winter Conference
  • Using the Consumer Protection Act to Leverage Your Client's Insurance Bad Faith Claims
  • 2010
  • Motor Vehicle Accident Deskbook Seminar
  • PIP Litigation - Getting the Bills Paid
  • 2010
  • Mississippi Association for Justice - Annual Convention
  • Using Oral Medical Reports to Prove Injuries
  • 2010
  • American Association for Justice - Annual Convention
  • UIM Insurance Litigation for Fun & Profit
  • 2010
  • Winter Convention
  • Law Office Management
  • 2009
  • Motions Seminar
  • A Motion a Day Keeps the Doctor Away - Motions for Summary Judgment of Reasonableness and Necessity of Medical Treatment
  • 2009
  • Kitsap County Roundtable
  • Utilizing the Insurance Fair Conduct Act
  • 2009
  • Annual Melvin Belli seminar
  • Oral Medical Reports: Circumventing Defense Depositions
  • 2009
  • Ringler Radio - podcast
  • Long Term Disability Insurance Important Tips for Attorneys and Policyholders
  • 2008
  • ERISA Update Seminar
  • Strategies for Negotiating Reimbursement Claims
  • 2008
  • Dissecting the US Supreme Court’s Decision in Metropolitan Life Insurance Co. v. Glenn Teleseminar
  • ERISA litigation re: Long Term Disability Insurance
  • 2008
  • Annual Melvin Belli Seminar
  • How to Survive Subrogation in the Post Sereboff Era
  • 2008
  • AAJ Winter Convention
  • The Importance of Lay Witnesses in Proving the Effect that Traumatic Brain Injuries Have on Your Client's Life
  • 2008
  • WSTLA Prague Seminar
  • How to Survive Subrogation in the Post Sereboff Era
  • 2007
  • Traumatic Brain Injury Seminar
  • Working with Your Experts: Tools to Maximize Their Effectiveness
  • 2007
  • Thurston County Roundtable
  • Insurance Bad Faith Tips
  • 2007
  • Annual Melvin Belli Seminar
  • Long Term Disability Insurance Denials
  • 2007
  • Annual Insurance Law Seminar
  • Settlement By Insurance Conflict: The Influence of the Spectre of Bad Faith
  • 2007
  • ABVE Annual Convention
  • Tips for Successfully Working With Attorneys in Litigation
  • 2007
  • Experts Seminar
  • Neuropsychology: Demystifying the Injuries
  • 2006
  • Auto Cases Seminar
  • Timing & Strategy Considerations in Bad Faith Cases
  • 2006
  • Tort Law Update Seminar
  • Legislative Update: What's Been Done To Us and For Us Lately
  • 2003
  • 25th Annual Insurance Law Seminar
  • Hot Pursuit: Deposing the Adjuster
  • 2003
  • Moving With Motions Seminar
  • Motion for Reasonableness of Medical Expenses and Necessity of Medical Treatment
  • 2002
  • Insurance Bad Faith Seminar
  • Bad Faith: What Is It, Where You'll Find It, What To Do About It; Avoiding Mistakes in the Underlying Case
  • 2001
  • Insurance Law Basics Seminar
  • Bad Faith Basics: Take a Quiz
  • 2000
  • 19th Annual Insurance Law Seminar
  • Discovery in Bad Faith Cases
  • 2000
  • Spring Training for Litigators
  • Bad Faith Litigation Discovery: How To Prevent Work Product Defenses
  • 1999
  • PIP Claims Seminar
  • Assessing the Damage: Understanding What Damages are Recoverable in PIP Bad Faith Litigation
  • 1999
  • How to Use the Rules for Better Results Seminar
  • Discovery Motions: If the Defendant Tries to Hide the Ball, What Do You Do? Making Sure You Get It All, Fisons Motions, Privilege Logs
  • 1999
  • How to Hammer Allstate Seminar
  • PIP Bad Faith: Making Them Pay
  • 1999
  • Chiropractors & Lawyers Seminar
  • Bad Faith in Chiropractic Cases: Making the Insurer Honor Its Contract
  • 1999
  • Insurance Law Basics Seminar
  • PIP Problems: What To Do When the Carrier Cuts Your Client Off
  • 1998
  • Auto Cases Seminar
  • Spotting Bad Faith & Handling PIP Claims: Making the Insurer Honor Its Contract
  • 1998
  • 20th Annual Insurance Law Seminar
  • Bifurcation and Discovery in Bad Faith Litigation
  • 1998
  • Luvera Seminar
  • PIP Bad Faith: Anticipate, Plan & Prepare
  • 1997
  • Legislative Briefing
  • Insurance Coverage & Claims Disputes
  • 1997
  • Insurance Law Basics Seminar
  • First Party Bad Faith Basics
  • 1997
  • Auto Cases Seminar
  • Bad Faith Claims: What To Do When They Deny PIP Coverage
  • 1997
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Attorney endorsements

Received (16)
Given (10)
Endorse Deborah
Personal injury Attorney | Mar 16
Relationship: Friend
"Simply brilliant. I am privileged to be in a group of lawyers with Deborah. When she speaks, we all pay attention. Deborah brings keen insight to our group. She and her partner, Jeffrey Boyd, Esq., wisely limit their practice to only the most seriously injured clients. The results speak for themselves: cases and clients that are thoroughly prepared for trial and ready to go when the case is called. I strongly endorse Deborah Nelson."
Personal injury Attorney | Oct 21
Relationship: Friend
"Ms. Nelson is a skilled, compassionate advocate who knows how to achieve the very best results for her clients. If you have a serious matter, meet with her and her team - you'll be glad you did."
Car accident Attorney | Oct 21
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Ms. Nelson is a very experienced attorney that often contributes to complex areas of the law."
Insurance Attorney | Feb 03
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Deborah Nelson is know for her expertise in handling insurance disputes. She speaks nationally to other lawyers on the subject."
Personal injury Attorney | Dec 05
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Deborah Nelson is a passionate advocate for her clients in the areas of personal injury, insurance law, and legal malpractice. I have also heard her speak at legal seminars, and was very impressed. I would heartily recommend her."
Personal injury Attorney | Nov 07
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"I endorse this lawyer. I have seen her in mediation and she is an excellent advocate for her client while respectful of opposing counsel and parties."
Personal injury Attorney | Sep 23
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer. Deborah served on the WSAJ Board and she was a dedicated and smart contributor to our efforts to improve civil and social justice. She is an excellent and hard-working attorney who cares about justice for her clients."
Personal injury Attorney | Feb 26
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer. Deborah Nelson is a talented and caring attorney that gives her best efforts for injured people. I have been impressed by her dedication to her clients."
Personal injury Attorney | Jun 06
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
"Impressive work ethic, excellent advocacy skills. A formidable opponent."
Personal injury Attorney | Mar 12
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer's work. I am familiar with this lawyer's tenacity in pursuit of justice for her clients. I have observed her work as a fellow attorney, and also served as an arbitrator in a substantial brain injury case she litigated. Deborah is smart, well-prepared and articulate."
Personal injury Attorney | Mar 01
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer's work. She is intelligent, personable, and reliable."
Brain injury Attorney | Mar 27
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Deborah Nelson is a top knotch attorney who excels in the representation of victims of brain injuries and personal injuries, as the result of the wrongful acts of others. Ms. Nelson is past president of the Washington State Association for Justice, whereat she did an outstanding job. She has excellent relations with her clients, colleagues, and the medical community at large. I can confidently endorse Ms. Nelson's work and reputation."
Brain injury Attorney | Apr 23
Relationship: Friend
"What can I add, except that Deborah is a great person as well as a top notch attorney. I would not hesitate to recommend Deb and her firm, Nelson, Langer and Nelson. In fact I have referred to them with total confidence. I highly endorse this lawyer's work."
Car accident Attorney | Jun 13
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer's work. I have served on the WSTLA Board of Governors for years with Deborah and am very familiar with her work. I rate her supurb."
Personal injury Attorney | Jun 11
Relationship: Friend
"Candor rquires that I inform AVVO's audience that Deborah is a friend of mine. Despite this, I am qualified to say that Deborah is one of the most committed lawyers I know. I knew of Deborah and her excellent reputation before we became friends last year. She is a great friend and she have a loving spirit about her. I served on the WSTLA board under Deborah and can attest to her leadership ability and her kind heart. "
Car accident Attorney | Jun 05
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
" Deborah Nelson, the current Predident of the 3,000 member Washington State Trial Lawyers Association (WSTLA) is an excellent lawyer who handles auto injury cases as well as long-term disability claims as well as anyone - I know, I have co-counseled with her before, and have thus observed her ability first-hand. Just as importantly, Deborah has for years served on the WSTLA Board, speaks frequently at continuing legal education (CLE) seminars teaching other lawyers how to do better and gives generously back to her profession in many other ways. A true credit to our profession. Brad Fulton, fellow lawyer, Everett, WA"
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Seattle Personal injury Lawyer Deborah M Nelson
Deborah M Nelson
Personal injury Attorney
Seattle, WA
Licensed for 30 years