Suzanne Alicia Nelson

Suzanne Alicia Nelson

4.0
Rating: 9.5

Licensed for 23 years

Family Lawyer Practice Areas: Family, Child Custody, Divorce & Separation

About Suzanne

Biography

Practice Areas

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

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  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in North Carolina for 23 years

State: North Carolina

Acquired: 2002

Suspended- Disciplinary

No misconduct found

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Suzanne Alicia Nelson's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.0 /5.0

12 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 9 reviews | 5 stars

Posted by anonymous | October 23, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Divorce Client

I was referred to Suzanne by a mutual friend from our church. She drafted a separation agreement for my ex-husband and me. The draft agreement was back to us the same week. I just had to fill out a questionnaire and return it first. My husband opted not to hire an attorney. He did consult with an att...orney and asked for some changes. Suzanne edited and we signed the agreement less than 3 1/2 weeks from the time I hired her. I was impressed with Suzanne’s attentiveness and professionalism.

Posted by anonymous | October 17, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Single Father

Attorney Nelson got involved after the mother of my kids moved out of state and enrolled my kids in a school without my consent in a new state. There was a temporary order granting mom temporary custody, and I felt like the judge sided with mom and did not like dads. I hired This lawyer and she took ...the permanent custody to trial. After the trial in which I felt my attorney did a superb job, the judge gave me primary custody and ordered my kids to be returned to me as soon as school let out. She ordered them to Be enrolled in N.C. school where I live. I am now a proud single dad and the kids still visit their mom on holidays, which is fine. I would hire Ms. Nelson again if I ever needed anything.

Posted by anonymous | October 07, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Mediation

Referred to this lawyer by another attorney

Ms. Nelson was professional, knowledgeable, and great in mediation and also in the one hearing we had. She was clearly respected by the judge, the mediator, and the other attorney. My outcome was my ideal outcome and not the minimum I was willing to agree to. I paid all of my bills on time. Ms. Nelso...n did explain that she would contact me when she needed something in the case and frequent email and phone interactions would drive up the costs in the case. Whenever something happened or was needed in the case she or someone from her office would e-mail very specific instructions or set a phone appointment. She always let me know when there was something that needed to be done and always did what was required. I am not a client who needs a lot of constant contact and hand-holding. Her firm may not have been right for very needy clients who needed constant reassuring unless they were willing to pay her hourly rate.

Posted by Julie | March 11, 2019 | Hired Attorney

Helping hand

She's a God send and a helping hand during a very difficult time. I can't imagine going through this process with anyone else. I'm very thankful for her expertise.

Suzanne Nelson

Replied last March 11, 2019

Julie, you are a great client, and I appreciate the opportunity to represent you!

Posted by Tom | February 20, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Why I like my lawyer

Suzanne's knowledge and professionalism helped me through a challenging period in my life. Divorce is not easy but having an attorney of Suzanne's caliber, coaching, guiding and reminding me in being fair made the hard decisions easier. Emotions can get in the way during a divorce but having the righ...t counselor reminding you everything will work out is priceless. If you are thinking about divorce or just need some initial advice of what to expect if you move forward with your decision, I would highly recommend Suzanne and her firm.

Suzanne Nelson

Replied last February 20, 2019

Thank you Tom, it is a pleasure to help you through this process.

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Suzanne Alicia Nelson's Lawyer Endorsements

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J. Amburgey

Litigation lawyer | Oct 26

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I have worked on several cases with Ms. Nelson on the opposing side. Every time she was prepared, knowledgeable, and ready to provide her client with the best possible chance of winning. With her as your attorney you can feel comfortable knowing that she will put you in a position to be successful."

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Michelle Julyan

Family lawyer | Sep 28

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Suzanne is an experienced practitioner that demonstrates a high level of professionalism in the legal profession and is an effective advocate for her clients. I welcome the opportunity to work with her again on other matters in the future."

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Cassandra Strunk

Family lawyer | Jan 29

Relationship: Co-worker

"Suzanne is a passionate advocate for her clients. She is extremely intelligent and is able to quickly plan efficient solutions to the legal matters that are presented to her. I endorse this lawyer."

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Aneshia Cooper

Family lawyer | Nov 21

Relationship: Co-worker

"I fully endorse Suzanne Nelson. She is extremely knowledgeable about the law and works diligently to achieve positive outcomes for her clients."

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Angela McIlveen

Family lawyer | Nov 20

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"Suzanne is a talented attorney. She is one of those people who works hard to get her clients great results. I highly recommend Suzanne to anyone who needs a great Raleigh Family Law Attorney."

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Laura Hooks

Child custody lawyer | Sep 27

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer as experienced and knowledgeable."

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Susan Goetcheus

Family lawyer | Sep 14

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. She is a hard-working and zealous advocate for her clients."

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George Nickel

Family lawyer | Sep 12

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"A terrific advocate for her clients."

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M. Melton

Unknown lawyer | Sep 12

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer."

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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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Kathryn Bumgardner

Family lawyer | Apr 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have worked as opposing counsel in a case with Ms. Nelson. She was a zealous advocate for her client and professional in her work. I would recommend her to anyone needing help with a domestic issue."

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Michael Macht

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jan 12

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Rebecca Nelson

Child custody lawyer | Mar 25

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Cassandra Strunk

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Emily Gibson

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M. Melton

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George Nickel

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Angela Haas

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Laura Hooks

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Elizabeth Stephenson

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Christine Eatmon

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Susan Goetcheus

Child custody lawyer

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Corrie Seagroves

Family lawyer

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Scott Allen

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Katherine King

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Amy Britt

Family lawyer

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J. Amburgey

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Albert Messer

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Katherine Frye

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Rebecca Nelson

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Michelle Julyan

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Experience

Rating:  9.5 (Superb)

Honors

2019

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

2018 - 2019

Attorney, McIlveen Family Law

2016 - 2018

Owner, Nelson Family Law

2005 - 2015

Assistant Public Defender, Office Of The Public Defender

2002 - 2015

Assistant Public Defender, Public Defender's Office Durham North Carolina

Associations

2018 - Present

Raleigh Chamber of Commerce

Member

2016 - Present

Wake County Bar Association

Member

2005 - Present

North Carolina Bar Association

Member

2017 - 2017

North Carolina Judicial Review Committee

Co-chair

2015 - 2015

North Carolina Association for Women Attorneys

Member

2006 - 2015

North Carolina Advocates for Justice

Co-chair criminal law section

2005 - 2015

Buncombe County Bar Association

Attorney Member

2002 - 2005

Durham County Bar Association

Attorney Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Hicks v. Hicks

Client Won!

Jenicek v. Keaveny

Client Won!

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Education

2002

North Carolina Central University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1998

University of North Carolina, Asheville

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2017

Conference for Attorney's in North Carolina

Divorce

2016

Conference for Lawyers

Child Custody

Languages

English

Activity

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