Eric Steven Nelson
About Eric
Biography
Eric Nelson was born and raised in Seattle (Capitol Hill neighborhood) and attended O'Dea High School. After graduating from the University of Washington in 1988, Eric obtained his law degree, with honors (cum laude), from Pepperdine University Law School in 1992. He began his legal career in 1992 by forming the law firm of Nelson & Associates, P.S. with his father, Richard Nelson.
Although Eric practiced in a variety of legal fields early in his career, he quickly determined that his passion was representing those that have been injured and disadvantaged. As a result, he began focusing his law practice on personal injury. In 2006, Eric was named a "Rising Star Super Lawyer" by the Washington Law & Politics Magazine. Since that time, he has been named as a "SuperLawyer" by his peers and the Washington Law & Politics Magazine in 2010, 2011, 2012 and 2013. He has since been named a Top 100 Civil Trial Lawyer by the National Trial Lawyers Association in 2017, 2018, 2019, and 2020.
In March of 2008, Eric formed the personal injury law firm of Nelson & Johnson, PLLC. Eric enjoyed great success representing injured parties while practicing at Nelson & Johnson, PLLC.
In 2015, Eric formed his current firm of Nelson Injury Law, PLLC. Through Nelson Injury Law, PLLC, Eric continues to dedicate his practice to helping out people that have been injured by others' negligence and wrongdoing.
Eric is licensed to practice law in Washington State and the United States District Court, Western District of Washington. He is a member of the Washington State Bar Association, King County Bar Association and the Washington State Association for Justice (Eagle Member). Eric has also been appointed on numerous occasions to act as a Civil Arbitrator in personal injury cases for the King County Superior Court.
Practice Areas
11
Practice Areas
33 years | 3,000 cases
33 years | 1,000 cases
33 years | 1,000 cases
33 years | 200 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
33%-40%
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Licensed in Washington for 33 years
State: Washington
Acquired: 1992
No misconduct found
Location
Nelson Injury Law, PLLC
3909 California Ave SW, Seattle, WA, 98116
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Eric Steven Nelson's Reviews
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Posted by Bill | September 14, 2025 | Hired Attorney
Do not hesitate in trusting him.
Eric and his team went above and beyond their expectations. I never felt intimidated, pressured, confused, misunderstood or alone during a very difficult time. Eric began feeling more like a family member who always had my best interests in mind. Me and family couldn't be more grateful for his effort...
Posted by Lucas | July 29, 2025 | Hired Attorney
Extremely helpful, caring, and quick
Extremely helpful and professional. Not only do they try to get as much as possible for you but they do it in a timely manner. I’ll definitely recommend Eric and his team Hillary, and Barbie to anyone who needs help.
Posted by Angela | January 24, 2025 | Hired Attorney
NELSON INJURY LAW IS #1
ERIC NELSON and HILLARY BANFIELD at NELSON INJURY LAW were there for me from the very first day I contacted them. I never had to wait for an answer to my questions They always kept me updated on my case progress And I always felt confident that I would get the best outcome possible.ERIC NELSON ...
Posted by Kimberly | January 24, 2025 | Hired Attorney
Rearended
My husband and I hired Eric Nelson after being rear ended. The accident was clearly the other drivers fault. Eric and his team were amazing. I suffered several injuries due to this accident, along with my husband. Hiring Eric’s law firm was the smartest thing we did. Eric and his team worked very ha...
Posted by Adele | September 16, 2024 | Hired Attorney
Eric is excellent
Absolutely outstanding experience with Eric and his incredible team, Barbie and Hillary! From start to finish, they were beyond helpful, knowledgeable, and professional. They kept me informed every step of the way and made sure I fully understood the process. Their level of communication was exceptio...
Eric Steven Nelson's Lawyer Endorsements
"I have known Eric for over 10 years, originally through sharing office space. He has been my friend ever since. Eric is an effective, tenacious, and caring attorney who works hard to get results that matter for his injured clients. I strongly endorse Eric to anyone seeking help to resolve their personal injury claim."
"I endorse this lawyer. Eric is an excellent attorney. I have worked with him on many cases and have seen how determined and passionate he is about getting his clients the best result possible. He has been involved in the legal field since his teens. His athletic background and competitive nature are easily apparent when he is dealing with his opposing counsel. He does not back down and his results speak for themself. Eric is a winner and I would always want to be on his team."
"Eric is a great lawyer. He puts the necessary effort into analyzing, researching, and working up his cases. He truly cares about his clients."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I have known Eric for over 5 years and use to share office space with him. He is very dedicated to his clients and isn't afraid to try a case. We often get together and discuss cases. I highly recommend Eric."
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"I have had the pleasure of knowing Eric for over 15 years as a practicing attorney, basketball competitor and teammate, and fellow O'Dea alum. He exudes the highest ethical standards in all he does, and applies a common sensed approach to resolving legal matters. I highly recommend Eric and his Partner Anthony Johnson for a client desirous of maximizing a personal injury claim. It comes as a great honor to endorse this lawyer."
"Eric is a very talented lawyer who gets great results for his clients. I wholeheartedly endorse him and his partner Tony Johnson."
"I enthusiastically endorse Eric to accident victims seeking legal representation. He is compassionate and thoughtful with his clients, and a fierce advocate on their behalf. I refer matters to Eric and his partner with great confidence."
"I would enthusiastically recommend Mr. Nelson to anyone seriously injured for legal representation. He provides his clients with honest evaluations of their cases and works diligently and efficiently to obtain them just compensation."
"I endorse this lawyer. I refer personal injury cases to Eric and his partner with confidence."
"Eric was one of the class action plaintiffs in a case against one of the largest court reporting firms in the Northwest. As a result of his work, every litigant who paid for court reporting services over four-year period obtained the right to reimbursement of overcharges by the court reporting firm."
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Experience
Honors
2021
Top 100 Trial Lawyers - Plaintiff Personal Injury, National Trial Lawyers Association
2020
Top 100 Trial Lawyers - Plaintiff Personal Injury, National Trial Lawyers Association
2019
Top 100 Trial Lawyers - Plaintiff Personal Injury, National Trial Lawyers Association
2018
Top 100 Trial Lawyers - Plaintiff Personal Injury, National Trial Lawyers Association
2017
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2013
Super Lawyer, Washington Law & Politics Magazine
2012
Super Lawyer, Washington Law & Politics Magazine
2011
Super Lawyer, Washington Law & Politics Magazine
2010
Super Lawyer, Washington Law & Politics Magazine
2006
Washington Rising Star Super Lawyer, Washington Law & Politics Magazine
2006
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
1992
Cum Laude, Pepperdine Law School
Work Experience
2015 - Present
Owner-Attorney, Nelson Injury Law, PLLC
2008 - Present
Arbitrator (pro tem), King County Superior Court Mandatory Arbitration Program
2008 - 2014
Owner-Attorney, Nelson & Johnson, PLLC
1992 - 2008
Owner - Attorney, Nelson & Associates, P.S.
Associations
2015 - Present
American Association for JusticeMember
1996 - Present
Washington State Association for JusticeMember
1994 - Present
King County Bar AssociationMember
1993 - Present
United States District Court for the Western District of WashingtonMember
1992 - Present
Washington State Bar AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Arbitration Award for $58,406.54
Settlement for $1,500,000.00
Settlement for $400,000.00
Settlement for $1,010,000.00
Settlement for $296,100.00
Settlement for $185,000.00
Settlement for $215,000.00
Settlement for $825,000
Settlement for $100,000
Award for Plaintiffs
Settlement after jury trial in King Cty Superior Court
Settlement for $370,000
Settlement at mediation for $400,000.
Education
1992
JD - Juris Doctor
1988
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2013
Summary Judgment Motions
2012
Personal Injury Basics for Attorneys and Staff
2008
Products Liability
Publications
2015
2015
2010
Languages
English
Activity
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Is my apt management responsible for an accident in parking lot?
28 Jan 2023
How is the value of a case determined or calculated??
30 Jun 2022
How is this my fault????
11 Apr 2022