Emily Nelson

PROVIDING EXCELLENT REPRESENTATION

"My commitment is reuniting parents and children one case at a time. i focus on navigating the legal system so you can focus on rebuilding your family."

What makes Emily Nelson Uniquely Qualified to Represent you?

Emily Nelson has been a dedicated advocate for parents for over a decade. Her extensive experience in dependencies, guardianships and family law gives her a deep understanding of how family separation impacts children. What sets Emily apart is her exceptional communication skills. She not only listens but deeply understands her clients’ needs. Her support goes beyond legal advice; she spends time in conversations, offering reassurance and unwavering guidance. Emily stands by parents outside the courtroom and inside the courtroom as a reliable advocate and ally. Her ability to communicate effectively and compassionately ensures her clients feel supported every step of the way through their legal journey. With her strong communication skills and unwavering dedication, she is a valuable advocate for protecting parental rights in the complex field of family law.

Education

Emily Nelson graduated from Gonzaga University School of Law in 2001 after she received her Bachelor degree in Government and Pre-law from Eastern Washington University. 

experience

Emily Nelson started her legal career at the Spokane County Prosecutor’s Office, engaging in diverse roles encompassing misdemeanor and felony prosecutions. Her vast trial background spans both jury and bench trials. Additionally, she dedicated herself to guardian ad litem work, advocating for the disabled, elderly, and children. After working for the prosecutors office she moved on to family law and civil dependencies.  Her expertise in family law is  substantial as is her advocacy for parental rights in civil dependencies. For the past decade, she has concentrated solely on safeguarding families entangled in state dependency matters, aiming to preserve their unity and well-being.