Dan R. Nelson
About Dan R. Nelson
Dan R. Nelson is a lawyer based in Springfield, MO and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2007. Dan R. Nelson is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Springfield, Missouri
- Banking and Finance Law
- Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law
- Commercial Litigation
- Litigation - Banking and Finance
- Litigation - Bankruptcy
Current Firm: Kutak Rock LLP
Education: University of Missouri School of Law (Columbia), J.D., graduated 1983
Location: Springfield, MO
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