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Guy Clark Nelson

5.0
Rating: 8.7

Licensed for 48 years

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Licenses

Licensed in Washington for 48 years

State: Washington

Acquired: 1977

Emeritus

No misconduct found

Licensed in Idaho for 26 years

State: Idaho

Acquired: 1999

Resigned

No misconduct found

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Guy Clark Nelson's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

2 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | November 18, 2014

A great legal representative

If you want a lawyer who will fight for you and go the extra mile, Guy Nelson is the lawyer for you. He will take the time to totally understand your case and ensure you get the best representation possible. He is succinct, direct, to the point. In short, he is exactly what you expect from a good law...yer.

Posted by Julian | March 8, 2011

Attorney Julian Trejo

Guy Nelson is an extremely compassionate, smart and effective lawyer. Mr. Nelson is a successful trial lawyer who constantly seeks to improve his advocacy skills./

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Guy Clark Nelson's Lawyer Endorsements

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Steven Martonick

Unknown lawyer | Jul 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Kenneth Levinson

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Guy is one of the most talented and dedicated lawyers I know. I am continually impressed with Guy's ability to relate to his clients. I strongly endorse Guy."

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James Sweetser

Personal injury lawyer | Dec 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. He is always working hard to get the best results for his clients. Jim Sweetser"

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Deanna Crull

Personal injury lawyer | Apr 14

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"This attorney really puts 110% into his cases. I worked with Guy on a case, and I was impressed with his knowledge and dedication. He also has a great deal of experience, which clearly shows when you work with him. I would work with him anytime."

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Senit Lutgen

Personal injury lawyer | Apr 14

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Guy is a passionate lawyer that really cares about his clients. He works very hard to get the result that his clients' want. I would let Guy handle my case. I endorse this lawyer."

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Stephen Hormel

Personal injury lawyer | Feb 23

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Guy Nelson is an extremely gifted advocate. Having worked with Mr. Nelson, I know him to be a top quality trial attorney. He pursues his client's interests with understanding, passion and with a tremendous knowledge of the law."

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Todd Richardson

Personal injury lawyer | Feb 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Guy represents the best in lawyers. He is a fine attorney and a fine man. He cares about people, and it shows in the way he works to prepare a case and represent his client. He's earned a strong reputation across eastern Washington. I'm happy to endorse him."

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Karen Lindholdt

Personal injury lawyer | Feb 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have always been impressed by the hard work I see Guy put into his cases. He is well-respected by the legal community in Eastern Washington. I have had the pleasure on numerous occasions to observe Guy working with his clients in preparation for trial. He is smart, effective, tenacious and not afraid to take a case all the way to trial."

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William Gilbert

Personal injury lawyer

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Kenneth Levinson

Unknown lawyer

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Deanna Crull

Criminal defense lawyer

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Todd Richardson

Personal injury lawyer

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Ben Wells

Personal injury lawyer

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Karen Lindholdt

Litigation lawyer

Experience

Rating:  8.7 (Excellent)

Work Experience

2016 - 2021

Attorney, Nelson Law Office

2012 - 2016

Attorney, Libey and Ensley, PLLC.

2009 - 2012

Attorney, Libey, Ensley and Nelson

1998 - 2009

Attorney, Libey Ensley Esser and Nelson

1988 - 1998

Attorney, Irwin Myklebust Savage and Brown

1985 - 1988

Assistant Public Defender, Spokane County Public Defender's Office

1982 - 1985

Attorney, Hormel Aiken and Nelson

1979 - 1982

Chief Deputy Prosecuting Attorney, Grant County Prosecuting Attorney's Office

1978 - 1979

Deputy Prosecuting Attorney, Grant County Prosecuting Attorney's Office

Associations

Washington Association of Criminal Defense Attorneys

Member

Washington State Bar Association

Member

2002 - 2003

Washington State Bar Association--Court Rules Cmte

Member

Education

1977

Gonzaga University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1971

Whitman College

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Activity

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