Rebecca Ashley Nelson

Rebecca Ashley Nelson

5.0
Rating: 1.0

Licensed for 17 years

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This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2023
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Licenses

Licensed in North Carolina for 17 years

State: North Carolina

Acquired: 2008

Disbarred

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2023

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Rebecca Ashley Nelson's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

2 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | October 27, 2014

Couldn't be happier

Other lawyers gave up on my case because I would not settle. They were afraid to face my ex's lawyer at trial. Mrs. Nelson took my case to trial, I couldn't be happier with the results! I really felt like she took the time to listen to me.

Posted by Shannon | August 1, 2014

Best Family Lawyer in Asheville. She really understands family!

Ms. Nelson always answered my questions. She always treated my case as it was the most important case she had. I got every result I wanted from her representation of me.

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Rebecca Ashley Nelson's Lawyer Endorsements

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Andrew Dickens

Unknown lawyer | May 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I am impressed with Ms. Nelson's thoughtful advice and answers to legal questions on Avvo. She has an in-depth understanding of the law and an ability to communicate legal concepts clearly and effectively. I endorse this lawyer!"

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Albert Messer

Child custody lawyer | Oct 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have know Rebecca for many years. I think she is an excellent advocate who is very knowledgeable and experienced. I think her clients are well served by her and are fortunate she is their lawyer. It is my honor to endorse her."

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Elizabeth Moser

Family lawyer | Oct 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Rebecca is a highly skilled and widely respected attorney."

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Kristen Leonard

Family lawyer | Oct 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Rebecca is a phenomenal attorney who is intelligent, conscientious and an excellent advocate for her clients."

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Suzanne Nelson

Child custody lawyer | Oct 13

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Rebecca is very knowledgeable about the law and goes out of her way to help her clients. I know her ethics to be superb. I would recommend this lawyer for any family law matter."

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Barbara Cini

Family lawyer | Mar 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Rebecca is an enthusiastic and skilled advocate. I often look to Rebecca to provide sound advice on family law matters and I trust her opinion."

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Jonah Dickey

Family lawyer | Mar 24

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Rebecca. She is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Rodney Hasty

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Experience

Rating:  1.0 (Extreme Caution)

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2023.

Disbarment issued in NC, 2023

updated on 11/17/2023

Disbarment is the most serious penalty for a lawyer. If this attorney is currently practicing law, you should contact the North Carolina State Bar to understand the reasons for disbarment.

Interim Suspension issued in NC, 2023

updated on 04/24/2023

This means the attorney temporarily lost his or her license to practice law while the State investigates whether the attorney should be disciplined. The suspension typically expires when the investigation is resolved.

Honors

2008

Leadership Development Certificate, Stetson University College of Law

2008

William F. Blews Community Service Award, Stetson University College of Law

2008

Public Service Fellows Recognition Award, Stetson University College of Law

Associations

2017 - Present

North Carolina Sheriff's Association

Honorary Member

2015 - Present

10th Judicial District Bar Association

Member

2008 - Present

North Carolina Bar Association

Member

2008 - Present

North Carolina State Bar

Member

2017 - 2018

Wake County Bar Association

Disciplinary Committee Member

Education

2008

Stetson University College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2003

Virginia Commonwealth University

BS - Bachelor of Science

Languages

English

Activity

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