Nelson Law Office is a distinguished general practice law firm based in Dubuque, IA, specializing in a wide array of legal services with a strong focus on personal injury, criminal defense, and family law. With over 28 years of experience, the firm stands out for its personalized, client-centered approach and deep commitment to achieving favorable outcomes for individuals and families throughout the Dubuque area.
Led by sole practitioner Scott J. Nelson, who is licensed in both Iowa and Illinois, the firm combines extensive litigation experience with a practical, results-driven methodology. Scott began his career in 1991, practicing civil litigation before establishing his own practice in 2006, where he now assists clients with diverse and often complex legal matters. The firm is particularly recognized for its compassionate yet assertive representation in sensitive areas such as family disputes, criminal charges, and injury claims.
Services Offered
- Personal injury law, including auto accidents, slip and fall, and wrongful death
- Criminal law, including driving while impaired, drug offenses, assaults, batteries, felonies, and misdemeanors
- Family law, including divorces, child custody, and child support
- Probate law, including wills and estate planning
- Real estate law, including buying and selling, document preparation, title opinions, land contracts, and boundary disputes
- Civil litigation, including environmental law, landlord/tenant disputes, product liability, intellectual property disputes, and construction liability lawsuits
- Workers’ compensation
Serving the entire Dubuque area and surrounding communities, the firm offers free consultations and is equipped to handle both Iowa and Illinois legal matters, reflecting Scott Nelson’s dual licensure and decades of trusted advocacy.
