Ned Nelson

Ned Nelson is an Attorney and Counselor at Law with Nelson Law in Hattiesburg, Mississippi. His practice combines litigation with transactional and business law. He has represented clients in a wide range of civil matters and also assists businesses with company formation, nonprofit organizations, buyouts, mergers, and other commercial transactions. This mix allows him to address both disputes and forward-looking business needs.

Nelson graduated from the University of Southern Mississippi with a degree in Business Administration and later graduated with honors from the University of Mississippi School of Law in 2018. In law school, he participated in the Transactional Law Clinic and served on the executive council of the Business Law Network. His education and clinic experience provide a strong foundation for business counseling, transactions, and litigation.

Since joining Nelson Law, Nelson has been admitted to practice in all state and federal courts in Mississippi. His litigation experience includes trial-level matters and appeals before the Mississippi Court of Appeals, the Mississippi Supreme Court, and the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit. His transactional work includes forming limited liability companies and nonprofits, negotiating buyouts, and handling corporate mergers and related business arrangements.

Ned Nelson brings a business-oriented perspective to both litigation and transactions. His experience across Mississippi trial and appellate courts helps him evaluate disputes with an understanding of how cases may develop through review, while his transactional practice focuses on structuring relationships and deals before conflicts arise. He helps businesses and individuals manage legal risk, resolve disputes, and complete important organizational and commercial objectives.

Law Office Affiliations

• Attorney, Nelson Law
• Member, The Mississippi Bar
• Active Member, Church at 4points
• Lifetime Member, Southern Miss Alumni Association
• Member, Eagle Club

Licensed State

• Mississippi

Education

• University of Southern Mississippi
  Degree in Business Administration

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