Nelson Law

Nelson Law Adviser, Advocate, Attorney
Criminal Law As an attorney in both Federal and South Dakota State Courts, Nate knows what is at stake for each and every client.

With years of experience practicing law throughout the Black Hills matched with his knowledge of the law and passion for helping others, Nate Nelson knows exactly what it takes to resolve a range of charges. Nate knows the impact that a criminal charge, allegation, or investigation can have on a person’s life. With this mindset, Nate implements strategies during each step of the process with the goal to protect the livelihood, career, and future of each and every one of his clients. Since his admittance to the South Dakota State Bar in 2012, Nate has worked full time as an attorney on hundreds of cases. His dedication to his clients, his knowledge of the law, and his understanding of the applications of the law is what sets him apart from other lawyers. Nate’s passion, negotiation skills, and courtroom technique were cultivated even before he began to practice law. A member of the USD Law School’s Alternative Dispute Resolution Team as well as the USD Trial Team, Nate’s education included ample practical training as he competed across the state in mock negotiation and trial scenarios. Nate holds joint Juris Doctor and Master of Public Administration degrees from the University of South Dakota (USD), as well as a degree in Communications from the University of Idaho.

Join us for the Homecoming Parade this Friday. Line-up leaves at 3:00pm, so we will be right in the action shortly after...
09/24/2026

Join us for the Homecoming Parade this Friday. Line-up leaves at 3:00pm, so we will be right in the action shortly after.

Let’s go Scoopers! 🪏

Today marked 2️⃣ years since Cindy joined our Nelson Law team 🎉  Over the last 24 months, she has proven time and time a...
08/19/2026

Today marked 2️⃣ years since Cindy joined our Nelson Law team 🎉 Over the last 24 months, she has proven time and time again that she can truly do anything.

In addition to recently completing her paralegal training, she’s the mastermind behind what makes our office fun and beautiful. If you have stopped in to our annual Parade of Lights open house, you have seen Cindy’s handiwork at making our space beam with holiday cheer. 🎀

Now let’s talk about fun - Cindy is the ultimate planner and that includes parties. For our “Christmas in July” office party, Cindy thought of everything. She brings more to the party than snacks, drinks, and a great playlist - she brings the vibe 💃🏻

Cindy, we’re lucky to have you. Happy anniversary! 🥂

Happy Birthday to our attorney and the ‘Nelson’ behind Nelson Law!🎉🎊If you see him running between courthouses today, be...
08/18/2026

Happy Birthday to our attorney and the ‘Nelson’ behind Nelson Law!🎉🎊

If you see him running between courthouses today, be sure to wish him a Happy Birthday! 🎂 We’re grateful for the hard work, dedication, and commitment he brings to Nelson Law every day.

And just like that… our little town is little again ❤️ Sturgis is the place we live, work, and play 365 days a year. We ...
08/16/2026

And just like that… our little town is little again ❤️ Sturgis is the place we live, work, and play 365 days a year. We love the visitors that come and we love the locals who become the kind of friends who are family.

08/16/2026

It’s the last night of the but the fun is still in full swing! 🍻

For those of you that have trusted us with your business and your stories - thank you. Meeting you and hearing your stories are our favorite part of the rally, year after year. 💙

08/14/2026

Tips for how to avoid needing an attorney in :

1️⃣ Wear eye protection 😎

2️⃣ Put both feet down at any stop 🥾

3️⃣ Don’t speed - and that means not trusting the speed your GPS tells you 🗺️

We hope you don’t need us, but we’re here if you do. 605-561-6283

If you have been here awhile, you know we love to give away our coozies. But what we love even more is to see our coozie...
08/14/2026

If you have been here awhile, you know we love to give away our coozies. But what we love even more is to see our coozies out in the wild.

Here’s to keeping your drink cold and your record clean^er!

Here’s to Friday at the !

If you’ve picked up one of our coozies this year or over the last nine years, we’d love to see it.

08/14/2026

We’re over the midweek hump at the As always, we are seeing a lot of DUI charges at the courthouse. Here’s a look at what else is keeping law enforcement busy.

Those guys are working hard. Give ‘em a break and stay out of trouble!

We know a lot of 💩 can happen at the  . We can’t help with all of it, but we can help clean up the criminal kind.
08/12/2026

We know a lot of 💩 can happen at the . We can’t help with all of it, but we can help clean up the criminal kind.

We get it, the cost of legal representation can be significant. But, what is the cost of going without? The repercussion...
08/12/2026

We get it, the cost of legal representation can be significant. But, what is the cost of going without?

The repercussions can be incredibly long lasting and life changing. The simplest solution in the moment isn’t always the best solution for your future.

Representation in that important moment buys you the peace of mind that the consequences can be mitigated and the assurance a team of professionals is working to protect your rights.

When you need an advocate the most, we at Nelson Law are here for you.

We hope you don’t need it, but if you do, we want you to have our number 605-561-6283.

Address

1209 Junction Avenue
Sturgis, SD
57785

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

Telephone

+16055616283

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