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Mr. Nelson is a trial lawyer whose practice focuses on representing injured people. That is his passion. He also has experience defending individuals and businesses in civil court cases. Over the years, he has developed experience in complex commercial litigation, personal injury litigation, real estate litigation, contract litigation, class action defense and agriculture litigation.
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27 years | 500 cases
27 years | 200 cases
27 years | 400 cases
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State: Idaho
Acquired: 1998
No misconduct found
State: Washington
Acquired: 1997
No misconduct found
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103 E INDIANA AVE, STE. A, SPOKANE, WA, 99207
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Posted by anonymous | October 18, 2025 | Hired Attorney
Troy is currently my attorney representing me and doing an absolutely amazing job i have a very difficult case and ge is very good at getting rite back to me via email i have refred Troy to others and I know of at least one other person very close to me he has taken on her case as well keep up the am...
Thank you so much for the kind review. Troy
Posted by Kristian | September 25, 2025 | Hired Attorney
I hired Nelson and Associates after my car accident in January of 2025. In only seven months, Troy negotiated a substantial settlement. Troy is knowledgeable, responsive and compassionate. I highly recommend!
Thank you, Kristian - It was a pleasure to represent such a nice person. I appreciate you! Troy
Posted by Christina | November 12, 2018 | Hired Attorney
Five stars to Troy Nelson for how he handled my auto accident claim. It’s clear he has a passion for helping injured people. He was both responsive and compassionate with me while being aggressive fighting for my case. He resolved the claim fairly quickly bringing closure to a very difficult time of ...
Thank you, Christina. The pleasure was mine. I am so glad we were able to achieve a quick and fair resolution of your injury claim.
Posted by Brian | March 6, 2017 | Hired Attorney
Troy is definitely a lawyer who I highly recommend! He restored my gun rights, that I lost 10 years ago. His team are hard working for you and your best interest! We will continue business with him.
Posted by Jessica | March 4, 2017 | Hired Attorney
Troy is definitely worth his weight in gold. He helped restore my husband's gun rights after a 10 year wait. There was a lot of messy paperwork and he and his office handled everything and let us know exactly how to handle the bits we needed to do. On the day of the hearing, we literally walked in, a...
"I had a case against Troy a few years back. He was professional and a pleasure to work with. I endorse him."
"I had a case against Troy, and found him to be professional, courteous, and well prepared. It was refreshing to have the opportunity to work with a litigation professional who can advocate for his client without denigrating opposing parties."
"I endorse Troy to anyone looking for a commercial litigation attorney. I have worked on cases with Troy in the past, and found him to be professional and a skillful litigator."
"I endorse this lawyer. I know Troy to be an excellant and well regarded trial lawyer who is always well-prepared, poised, pursuasive and respectfull. Anyone going to Troy for litigation representation would be well served."
"Troy is a bright, energetic, and detail oriented attorney. He is a high quality individual that allows him to solve client's issues in an efficient and effective manner. I highly endorse Troy."
"I endorse this lawyer. Troy is an excellent lawyer. He is very good with clients. He is a great advocate for his client while treating everyone with respect."
"I endorse this lawyer. Troy is an extremely capable lawyer who provides excellent representation for his clients. He is very well liked and respected in the legal community."
"Troy is an excellent litigation attorney who is able to bring a common sense approach to dealing with complicated and difficult situations. I have no hesitation referring my clients to Troy when they are in need of assistance in developing an appropriate litigation strategy whether before the suit is instituted or during the active phase of litigation."
"Troy is an outstanding litigator -- intelligent, always preapred, a strong advocate, and the consumate professional. Despite the fact that Troy is an extremely worthy opponent, he is a pleasure to work against (but someone you would much prefer to have on your side)."
"Troy is an excellent trial lawyer with outstanding work ethic. He takes a creative approach to solving complex problems."
"I have worked with Troy Nelson on several cases. He is a pleasure to work with. He is bright, he is thorough; he works hard, but he is also very easy to work with, fair, reasonable, and professional. He would be a great choice for any area of litigation work, and including personal injury and any associated areas."
"I endorse this lawyer. Troy has a unique ability to advocate on behalf of his client while disarming opposing counsel (and their clients) with his wit, manner, and professionalism. He is an exceptional litigator."
"It is my pleasure to endorse Troy Nelson as an outstanding attorney. Troy is highly skilled, professional and experienced and I recommend him to anyone seeking legal advice or representation."
"I wholeheartedly endorse Troy. Several years ago, we acted as co-defense counsel in a tort defense case. Although our interests did not always align, I was always impressed with his legal knowledge and personality."
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2019
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2018
Best Lawyers in Spokane, Spokane Coeur d'Alene Living Magazine
2018
Superb Rating, Avvo
2018
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2018
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2017
Superb Rating, Avvo
2017
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2017
Best Lawyers in Spokane, Spokane Coeur d'Alene Living Magazine
2017
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2016
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2016
Superb Rating, Avvo
2016
Spokane's Top Lawyers, Spokane Coeur d'Alene Living Magazine
2016
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2015
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2015
Washington Super Lawyers, Super Lawyers
2015
Superb Rating, Avvo
2015
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2015
Spokane's Top Lawyers, Spokane Coeur d'Alene Living Magazine
2014
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2014
Superb Rating, Avvo
2014
Spokane's Top Lawyers, Spokane Coeur d'Alene Living Magazine
2014
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2014
Washngton Super Lawyers, Super Lawyers
2013
Spokane's Top Lawyers, Spokane Coeur d'Alene Living Magazine
2013
Superb Rating, Avvo
2013
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2012
Superb Rating, Avvo
2012
Best Answer, Avvo
2012
Exceptional Law Firm of the Year Award, Volunteer Lawyers Program of Spokane County
2012
BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2011
BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2011
Exceptional Law Firm of the Year Award, Volunteer Lawyers Program of Spokane County
2010
BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2009
BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2008
BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbel
2007
BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2006
BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2005
BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
1997
Linden Cup Best Brief, Gonzaga University School of Law
1997
Articles Editor, Gonzaga Law Review
1997
Linden Cup Best Oralist, Gonzaga University School of Law
1997
Cum Laude, Gonzaga University
1997
Regional Quarter finalist, National Moot Court
2018 - Present
Owner, Nelson & Associates, PLLC
2010 - 2018
Partner, Randall | Danskin, PS
2002 - 2010
Partner, Paine Hamblen, LLP
1997 - 2002
Associate, Paine Hamblen, LLP
1990 - 1994
Public School Teacher, Clark County School District (Nevada)
1990 - 1994
High School Athletic Coach (Football and Wrestling), Clark County School District (Nevada)
2001 - Present
US Supreme Court BarMember
2000 - Present
Wishing Star FoundationBoard of Directors
1998 - Present
Kootenai County Bar AssociationMember
1998 - Present
US District Court of IdahoMember
1997 - Present
Spokane County Bar AssociationMember
1997 - Present
U.S. District Court of Eastern WashingtonMember
1997 - Present
US District Court of Western WashingtonMember
2010 - 2011
Spokane County Bar Judicial Ranking CommitteeMemeber
1998 - 2009
Defense Research InstituteMember
1998 - 2009
Washington Defense Trial LawyersFormer Representaive of Eastern Washington
1997 - 2009
Washington Defense Trial LawyersEastern Washington Representative 2000-2001
$250k settlement
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Dismissal on motion for summary judgment
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Dismissal on motion for summary judgment
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Favorable settlement
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Defense verdict, affirmed by Washington State Court of Appeals
Defense verdict, affirmed by Washington State Court of Appeals
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Defense verdict
Defense verdict at trial court level, affirmed by Idaho Supreme Court
Dismissal as to client, Dr. Thuston
Defense verdict
Dismissal of client, affirmed by Washington State Court of Appeals
1997
JD - Juris Doctor
1993
Master of Education
1990
BS - Bachelor of Science
2015
Rules of the Road: Your Rights and Dutiesas a Cyclist
2014
ER 703, 904 and 801
2012
Civil Trial - Slip and Fall
2012
Tips from A Civil Litigator Practitioner
2010
Legal Issues Associated with Volunteering for Wishing Star (Auto, personal liability and vicarious liability)
2010
Bicycling and the Law
2009
Legal Issues Associated with Volunteering for Wishing Star (Auto, personal liability and vicarious liability)
2009
First Party UIM, UM and PIP Claims
2009
Claim Handling from Accident to Trial (video presentation)
2008
Legal Issues Associated with Volunteering for Wishing Star (Auto, personal liability and vicarious liability)
2008
District Court or Mandatory Arbitration
2007
Legal Issues Associated with Volunteering for Wishing Star (Auto, personal liability and vicarious liability)
2006
Legal Issues Associated with Volunteering for Wishing Star (Auto, personal liability and vicarious liability)
2006
Statute of Limitation in Personal Injury Cases
2005
Legal Issues Associated with Volunteering for Wishing Star (Auto, personal liability and vicarious liability)
2005
Managing a Litigation Practice
2003
Rules of the Road
2002
Impact of Mahler on Insurance Subrogation
2002
Appelate Briefing
2001
UIM Claims
2015
2014
2007
2004
1997
English
Legal Answers