About
Mark K. Nelson is a partner at Nelson, Taylor & Associates PLLC in Salt Lake City, Utah. With over two decades of legal experience, he has established a reputation as a dedicated advocate for individuals and families throughout Salt Lake County and its surrounding areas. His practice encompasses a broad range of legal services, including family law, guardianship and conservatorship matters, estate planning, personal injury, and criminal defense. Known for his strong advocacy and client-focused approach, Attorney Nelson is committed to guiding clients through complex legal challenges with clarity and determination.
Attorney Nelson earned his B.A. from Brigham Young University and subsequently received his J.D., cum laude, from the Seattle University School of Law. He was admitted to practice in Utah state and federal courts in 1998 and became a member of the Utah State Bar and the American Bar Association. His professional credentials further include admission to practice before the Supreme Court of the United States in 2002, reflecting his high level of qualification and dedication to the legal profession.
Attorney Nelson has helped clients navigate some of the most critical and sensitive matters in their lives throughout his career. In family law, he has handled divorce, custody, adoption, and support cases with a balance of strength and sensitivity. His work in guardianship and conservatorship has protected vulnerable individuals, while his estate planning services have helped families secure their futures. He has also represented clients in personal injury claims, fighting for fair compensation, and in criminal defense cases, ensuring that constitutional rights are protected.
Mark K. Nelson is respected by clients and peers alike for his integrity, skill, and results-driven approach. His dedication to thorough preparation and effective advocacy has made him a trusted choice for those seeking experienced legal counsel in the state of Utah.
Law Office Affiliations
- Partner, Nelson, Taylor & Associates, PLLC
- Member, Utah State Bar, Family Law Section
- Member, American Bar Association
Licensed State
- Utah
Education
- Seattle University School of Law
Juris Doctorate (JD) - Brigham Young University
Bachelor of Arts (BA)
Awards & Badges


- Adoption
- Alimony
- Child Custody
- Child Support
- Divorce And Separation
- Domestic Violence
- Father's Rights
- Marriage And Prenuptials
- Car Accident
- Motorcycle Accident
- Slip And Fall Accident
- Spinal Cord Injury
- Trucking Accident
- Wrongful Death
- Drug Crime
- DUI and DWI
- Juvenile Law
- Speeding And Traffic Ticket
- Guardianship
- Power of Attorney
- Probate
- Trusts
- Wills And Living Wills