Kevin T. Nelson

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Kevin T. Nelson

5.0
Rating: 9.3

Licensed for 13 years

Real estate Lawyer at Chehalis, WA
Practice Areas: Real Estate, Landlord & Tenant, Estate Planning ... +3 more

299 NW Center Street, PO Box 939, Chehalis, WA

Virtual Consultation Available

About Kevin

Biography

Trust Scheibmeir, Kelly & Nelson, PS with all of your legal needs. Call today!

Landlord side evictions and litigation.

Get expert assistance with preparing Wills, Trusts, Durable Powers of Attorney, Community Property Agreements, and more!

Experience litigating complex issues!

Practice Areas

6

Practice Areas

Estate Planning 25%

Whether you need a complex Will and Trusts or a simple Durable Power of Attorney or help with probating an estate, you want someone who has experience and confidence guiding you through. Let me help you secure your legacy.

25%
Landlord or Tenant 25%

Representing Landlords in post-COVID lease formation/updates through the eviction process where necessary.

25%
Real Estate 25%

Representation in all real estate disputes (for example: boundary line disputes, easements, adverse possession, purchase and sale agreements, waste, and code violations/permitting). Representation related to complex purchase and sale transactions.

25%
Litigation 10%

Contracts, business transactions, construction claims, municipal matters, etc. I have experience representing plaintiffs and defendants and have a strong history of courtroom success.

10%
Speeding and Traffic Ticket 10%

Representation of all types of traffic infraction matters, both for commercial drivers and personal drivers.

10%
Criminal Defense 5%

Criminal defense ranging from misdemeanor traffic violations to first degree murder, and everything in between. I have served as a deputy prosecutor, public defender, and retained private counsel.

5%

Fees and Rates

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Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2020 2018 2017

Licenses

Licensed in Washington for 13 years

State: Washington

Acquired: 2012

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Scheibmeir, Kelly & Nelson, P.S.

299 NW Center Street, PO Box 939, Chehalis, WA, 98532

centerstlaw.com/

Scheibmeir, Kelly & Nelson, P.S.

299 Northwest Center Street, Chehalis, WA, 98532

centerstlaw.com/

Kevin T. Nelson's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

40 Client Reviews

Showing 6 - 10 of 12 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge

Posted by Anthony | December 04, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Lewis County Traffic Infraction

I have a CDL. Kevin explained my violation would not jeopardize my CDL and was transparent that I may not need his services. The violation would impact my insurance. Kevin was upfront about my case and made no promises. He took care of my speeding infraction reducing it to a non-driving violation... helping to keep my driving record clean. I chose to hire him based on his honest assessment of my situation and he delivered! Thank you Kevin.

Posted by Greg | June 30, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Real Estate

Excellent Advice & Knowledge

Kevin was referred to me by my real estate agent. My goal was to eliminate an easement on a property that I was purchasing. This started out as a simple request, and quickly became complex. Kevin coordinated with multiple parties, to include the title company, county, and buyer and seller real est...ate agents. He determined what was needed for this and provided multiple solutions because of different agency requirements. Kevin persevered, and ultimately accomplished the task. I highly recommend Kevin's services.

Posted by anonymous | March 03, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Best Lawyer for Speeding Ticket

I had an excellent experience with Kevin handling my speeding ticket. He was extremely helpful and guided me though the entire process on the phone explaining the different possible outcomes and what it entails. The process was smooth everything was handled from afar and email to me. I would definite...ly recommend him!

Posted by Krystal | December 03, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Construction & Development

Intelligent, Concise, Meticulous

Hiring Kevin would be in your best interest. It was unfortunate that we had to prusue legal action due to dealings with a dishonest contractor that caused significant damage to our new construction home. However, Kevin was easy to work with, a very good communicator and we felt as though he treated u...s like family. He truly had our best interest at heart. Kevin was thorough, knew how to play the cards, and we walked away with a win. Justice was served and we would definitley recommend his services.

Posted by Pam Vanning | July 11, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Excellent Attorney

WOW!!!! Best decision I ever made was to hire Kevin Nelson. I am from Idaho and my husband and I did some research before contacting Kevin Nelson. The 7 hour drive was worth the trip to be able to have Kevin represent me. Not only were we represented with a honest attorney, Kevin came out of the ...gate with win after win in court for me. When my emotions overcame me Kevin was able to give me positive emotions to deal with. I was being unjustly accused of a very personal family matter. Accusations of stealing one's identity, accused of being fired due to theft and anything else that the accuser could throw at me. It was a nightmare. My heart was broken. In a matter of a couple of weeks I was cleared of all charges due to Kevin's expertise in court. Kevin was able to turn the table on the accuser and within 4 months I won the judgment in court which was a fair amount of monies. The words that come to mind in regards to my experience with Kevin is intelligent, attentative, caring, knowledgable, positive, results, listener and available at all times communicating either by e-mail or phone was a big plus for me. Kevin was beyond reasonable in his price and we always knew where we stood with him financially. Knowing that Kevin was a former Prosecutor made him that more knowledgable in court. My husband and I will forever be grateful for our attorney Kevin Nelson. We will also have Kevin take care of our Will and again the 7 hour drive over the mountain will be worth the drive. To sum it up Kevin is a smart listener, always available to you, immediately evaluates the situation and puts his client at ease. Even though Kevin is a very busy attorney he always made me feel as though I was the only client he had. My husband and I would highly recommend Kevin Nelson and I will always be eternally thankful to Kevin and what he did for me and my family.

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Kevin T. Nelson's Lawyer Endorsements

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Kenlynn Gallinger

Speeding and traffic ticket lawyer | Apr 24

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I worked with Kevin on many cases while he was with the Lewis County Prosecutor's office. He was always a pleasure to work with and was knowledgeable, professional and advocated for his client. I would certainly recommend Kevin!"

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James Thompson

Litigation lawyer | Nov 09

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Kevin Nelson is a strong litigator -- he is thorough, well-spoken, familiar with the law and rules of evidence, and a formidable opponent in the courtroom."

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Samuel Groberg

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 30

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I had numerous cases with Kevin while he was a prosecutor. He was always prepared and advocated for his client's interests in a strong but professional manner."

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Shane O'Rourke

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Kevin is an excellent attorney and also one of the hardest working and most diligent attorneys I have met. I worked with him as a prosecutor, opposite him as a defense attorney, and I now have the pleasure of working with him again and seeing the commitment he makes to his work and clients."

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Daniel Murray

Business lawyer

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Corey Thompson

Criminal defense lawyer

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Robert Helland

General practice lawyer

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Kenlynn Gallinger

Speeding and traffic ticket lawyer

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Samuel Satterfield

Government lawyer

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James Thompson

Lawsuits and disputes lawyer

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Samuel Groberg

Criminal defense lawyer

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Allen Unzelman

Land use and zoning lawyer

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Shane O'Rourke

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.3 (Superb)

Honors

2005

Certificate of Scholastic Achievement, Centralia College

2004

Included on National Deen's List, National Deen's List

N/A

Client's Choice, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

2023 - Present

Partner, Scheibmeir, Kelly & Nelson P.S.

1900 - Present

Member, Scheibmeir, Kelly & Nelson, P.S.

2020 - 2022

Attorney, Tiller Law Firm

2016 - 2019

Attorney, Buzzard O'Rourke PS

2012 - 2016

Deputy Prosecuting Attorney, Lewis County Prosecuting Attorney's Office

Associations

2017 - 2018

Lewis County Bar Association

Vice President

2004 - 2008

Washington State

Precinct Committee Officer

Sample of Legal Cases

City v. L

Dismissal

W v. C (pre-trial)

Large payment to client

State v. C

Felony sex charge educed to gross misdemeanors with local jail time

State v. E

Druge crime reduced to contract deferral

State v. S

Controlled Substance Delivery charge reduced to gross misdemeanors with probation and electronic home monitoring

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Education

2012

Lewis & Clark Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

Languages

English

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