Rod Nelson was raised in the Yakima Valley and chose to return to Central Washington after completing his education at the University of Washington. Nelson is a personal injury lawyer focusing on auto accidents, products liability, workplace and nursing home injuries. He is a past member of the Washington State Trial Lawyers Board of Governors and past president of the Yakima County Bar Association. He is AV-rated by Martindale Hubbell. Nelson is a volunteer attorney for Yakima County Volunteer Attorney Services and a Judge Pro Tem for Yakima County Superior Court. He prides himself in giving friendly, personal service to his clients.
When he is not practicing law, Nelson spends his free time skiing or climbing mountains. Nelson's ascents include Cho Oyu Mountain in the Himalayas, the sixth highest peak in the world; Huascaran, the fourth highest peak in the Peruvian Andes; the North Ridge of the Grand Teton; Mt. Rainier's Liberty Ridge; and Yosemite's El Capitan and Half Dome. Nelson also has a black belt in Shudokan Karate.
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Practice Area
33%-33%
State: Washington
Acquired: 1979
No misconduct found
State: Alaska
Acquired: 1978
No misconduct found
12 Client Reviews
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Posted by Tony | August 20, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Slip and Fall Accident
BEST OF THE BEST in Washington!
Rod Nelson, and his Paralegal, Sherry Fortner, took on my Trip and Fall Accident case in early 2014, on a contingency basis. From the very first day, Abeyta Nelson showed their commitment level by sending someone from the firm to our residence for our initial evaluation and consultation. This was ext...
Posted by Carl | January 26, 2018 | Hired Attorney
Excellent Servce.
Very pleased with all aspects of my case. Very professional and efficient. Was told exactly what was going to happen all along the way. Both Rod and Sherry were a pleasure to work with. Would highly recommend.
Posted by Sandra | November 27, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury
Honest and Straightforwad
I was injured in a car accident, underwent several years of therapy and then surgery. Trusting that the insurance company would be fair, it came down to having only 2 weeks left before my statue of limitations ran out. I contacted Rod Nelson at the urgency of a friend. He listened to the situation an...
Posted by Chuck | December 01, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Car Accident
Mr. Nelson handled my accident case with good results and I would refer him to anybody else with an accident case. I am pleased with the settlement that he negotiated on my behalf.
"I endorse this lawyer. Rod and I tried a case together almost 30 years ago. He was an excellent lawyer then...and time has only made him better. He cares about his clients and has a compassionate and sensible approach to resolving claims. He is humble for sure. He is also one of the best trial lawyers I know."
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2017
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2014
Super Lawyer, Washington Law & Politics Magazine
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
2009
Super Lawyer, Washington Law & Politics Magazine
2009
Volunteer Attorney of the Year, Yakima County Volunteer Attorney Services
2008
Super Lawyer, Washington Law & Politics Magazine
2007
Super Lawyer, Washington Law & Politics Magazine
2006
Super Lawyer, Washington Law & Politics Magazine
2005
Super Lawyer, Washington Law & Politics Magazine
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Super Lawyer, Washington Law & Politics Magazine
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Super Lawyer, Washington Law & Politics Magazine
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Super Lawyer, Washington Law & Politics Magazine
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Super Lawyer, Washington Law & Politics Magazine
2005 - Present
Children's Wishes and DreamsBoard Member
2008 - 2010
Montessori Society of YakimaBoard Member
2005 - 2006
Yakima County Bar AssociationPresident
1995 - 2000
Washington State Trial Lawyers AssociationBoard of Governors
1978
JD - top 10% of class; Moot Court Honor Board
1975
BA - Bachelor of Arts - magna cum laude
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