Jonathan K Nelson

Jonathan K. Nelson — Managing Attorney, JK Nelson Law Jonathan K. Nelson has spent his career doing one thing: fighting for the people of Southern Nevada when they need it most. As the Managing Attorney and founder of JK Nelson Law, he leads a full-service firm with offices in Summerlin, Southwest Las Vegas, and Pahrump — built from the ground up on the belief that every Nevada family deserves experienced, affordable legal representation. Before practicing law, Jonathan spent a decade in corporate banking, negotiating multi-million dollar transactions and developing the analytical precision and negotiation instincts he brings to every client matter today. That business background sets him apart — he doesn't just understand the law, he understands what's at stake financially and personally for the people sitting across the table from him. Jonathan earned his B.A. in Finance (2001) and M.B.A. from Grand Valley State University (2003), followed by his J.D. from Thomas M. Cooley Law School (2008). He is admitted to practice in Nevada, Michigan, and the U.S. District Court for the District of Nevada. JK Nelson Law handles family law, personal injury, bankruptcy, probate and estate planning, and criminal defense. The firm offers free consultations and represents personal injury clients on a contingency basis — no fees unless they win. Jonathan's commitment to Southern Nevada clients has earned JK Nelson Law Gold recognition at the Best of Las Vegas Awards in Bankruptcy, Family Law, and Probate, and the Best Attorney award at the Best of Pahrump for six consecutive years. He has also been recognized by the National Trial Lawyers Top 40 Under 40 and named a Nevada Legal Elite. Whether you're facing a divorce, recovering from an accident, navigating debt, planning your estate, or defending your rights — JK Nelson Law is ready to stand with you.