Nelson Lawyers

At Family Matters Law, A Professional Law Corporation, we are committed to assisting clients with the intricacies of domestic relations law. I understand that dealing with legal issues can be daunting, particularly during emotionally sensitive periods. That's why I offer more than just legal representation; I provide a steady, compassionate, and strategic presence when it's most needed. The court system can seem insurmountable for those not versed in legal jargon and processes. I find great satisfaction in helping clients navigate through their most challenging times, whether these challenges are financial, emotional, or both. My approach is not just about legal advocacy;...

Mr. Child graduated with a baccalaureate degree in International Relations from Brigham Young University, and earned his juris doctorate degree at McGeorge School of Law in Sacramento, California. While attending law school he worked full time as a law clerk for The Law Offices of Beyer, Pongratz & Rosen, A Professional Law Corporation (“BPR”). After graduating, Mr. Child practiced as an associate attorney in class III complex business litigation, construction litigation, personal injury litigation, and general civil litigation in state and federal courts for approximate two years before becoming an equal partner and co-owner of BPR. For the next seven...

I mainly practice in two areas of the law, construction, and business. I provide general counsel services to mainly small to mid size businesses, and construction firms. Prior to becoming an attorney, I worked for many large construction, or construction related companies, and have a thorough understanding of the industry. As general counsel I provide both transactional, and litigation services to my clients. As such, I have extensive experience in business entity formation, and dissolution, drafting complex equipment, and business buy-sell agreements, drafting of all types of different construction contracts, litigation in the area of contract...

Brian T. Murray is a lawyer responsible for directing the team of attorneys and paralegals at CCA, which handle lemon law matters throughout the State of California. Mr. Murray is responsible for ensuring a smooth and responsive customer experience for all of CCA’s clients. Just like every lemon law case is unique, Mr. Murray appreciates that every client is unique and strives to make sure that each client receives the utmost service from our firm.

Mr. Murray is well versed in all aspects of litigation and trial advocacy and has tried numerous cases to verdict in both state and federal court....

Brian Acree has over 20 years of experience bringing public interest lawsuits in state and federal court. He brings those two decades of skill to your case, and knows how to make the most persuasive arguments possible to a USCIS Case Officer or an Immigration Judge. Brian is the son of an immigrant, and holds dual citizenship himself, so he is personally familiar with how challenging the immigration system can be, and how important it is to you and your family that your case is handled quickly and effectively.

I previously served as the president of the Capitol City Trial Lawyers and have been a member of the Board of Directors for over a decade. My involvement in the personal injury field is extensive, and I co-chaired the 2004 Consumer Attorney of California seminar. In 2000, Sacramento Lawyer Magazine recognized me as one of the top ten personal injury attorneys in Sacramento. I earned my law degree from the Lorenzo Patino School of Law in 1987 and have since been practicing personal injury law in the Sacramento area. I am also a member of the Sacramento County Bar Association, where I...

Matt is a criminal defense attorney who represents clients in all aspects of criminal litigation. He has been an attorney across the Sacramento and Northern California area for the last 12 years. He has tried complex jury trials to verdict in Sacramento County, Contra Costa County, and Butte County. He began his career at the Butte County District Attorney’s Office where he handled misdemeanors, DUI’s, juvenile crimes, collaborative courts, economic crime, violent felonies, special victims, and homicides. He then worked at the California Attorney General’s Office handling complex white-collar cases, public corruption, and officer involved shooting investigations and...

I graduated from UC Davis in 1987 and completed my law degree at McGeorge School of Law in 1991. I was admitted to practice on December 17, 1991. I am actively involved in the legal community as a Board Member of the Capitol City Trial Lawyers Association and the Sacramento County Bar Association, and I am also a member of the Yolo County Bar Association and the California Employee Lawyers Association. I serve as a Pro Tem Judge for El Dorado County Superior Court and Sacramento County Small Claims Court. My verdicts have been featured in Jury Verdicts, and my case...

Frederic "Eric" Giersch is a probate and trust administration attorney at Huber Fox, P.C.

Chris Micheli is a founding partner of the governmental relations and advocacy firm of Snodgrass & Micheli, Inc. Early in his career, he served as General Counsel to the California Manufacturers Association. As a legislative advocate, Micheli regularly testifies before policy and fiscal committees of the California Legislature, as well as a number of administrative agencies, departments, boards, and commissions. He often drafts legislative and regulatory language and is considered a leading authority on state tax law developments and California's legislative process. The Wall Street Journal called him "one of the top three business tax lobbyists in the state"...

Angela Carter Brown went to college at the University of California Irvine in Irvine, California, graduating in 1990. While there, she earned two degrees, one in Social Ecology and another in Philosophy. After college, Ms. Carter Brown entered prestigious Pepperdine University School of Law and obtained her Juris Doctor degree in 1993. Ms. Carter Brown is admitted to practice in every Court in the State of California and the United States Supreme Court. Carter Brown has provided exceptional boutique criminal defense services for decades. She has defended many high profile clients, including doctors, elected officials and other...

Martin Jones has over 17 years of experience as a Criminal Defense Attorney. Martin started his career in Madera County as a public defender in the high-volume traffic court. He was promoted to Felony Supervisor for all criminal matters in a short time. A few years later, he was offered Assistant Chief Defense Attorney at the Placer County Public Defender Office. Martin Jones is one of the most experienced trial attorneys in Placer County. He handled more than 68 high-profile trials, represented hundreds of clients, and worked on hundreds of DUI cases and suppression motions, including sex crimes, homicide, death...

Drew Widders graduated college in Southern California with a degree in political science and a minor in health and life science. He moved to Sacramento in 2003 to attend the McGeorge School of Law at the University of the Pacific. After graduating in 2006, he obtained his license to practice law and has since been working under the guidance and expertise of senior partner Daniel E. Wilcoxen.

Mr. Widders has worked with Mr. Wilcoxen on several complex cases, including a personal injury fire case in May 2012 for a recovery of $2.8 million. Mr. Wilcoxen and Mr. Widders also specialize in...

I am Catherine Christiansen, and for over 28 years, I have dedicated my career to assisting individuals in navigating the complexities of bankruptcy and tax debt relief as a solo practitioner. My journey into law began while I was a single mom attending law school, a period during which I experienced firsthand the pressures of living with debt. During my time in Southern California, I found solace in surfing, and now residing in Northern California, I am living my lifelong passion for horses. To enhance my clients' understanding of their cases, I developed the 'Next Step Manual.' This guide breaks down...

Laura practices almost exclusively in the field of estate planning, trust and probate law. She counsels individuals and families in establishing estate plans geared toward each unique situation, working with her clients to customize each family’s plan. She also handles routine trust and probate administrations, walking families through the complex realm of estate administration after a loved one’s death. Laura regularly handles litigated trust and estate matters, including will contests, claims against fiduciaries, and property ownership disputes. She also represents injured individuals in personal injury matters.

Laura is dedicated to earning the trust and confidence of her...

Denise Olrich is an experienced business attorney representing clients throughout the San Francisco Bay Area and around the world. The Law Office of Denise Olrich represents established businesses, start ups and entrepreneurs. Ms. Olrich handles all of your business law needs, including business planning and formation, purchase and sale of businesses, (including franchise opportunities), business contracts, employment matters, trademark and intellectual property, E-commerce, privacy law and dispute resolution matters in Northern California for over 40 years. Ms. Olrich currently serves as general and corporate counsel to many businesses. She represents all types of businesses, as well as professionals...

Jeremy is an honorably-discharged U.S. Coast Guard veteran who served his country from 2007 to 2014 aboard the Coast Guard Cutter Munro (WHEC-724) homeported out of Kodiak, Alaska, and as a Marine Science Technician in Alameda, California and Paducah, Kentucky.

After becoming a parent while stationed in Paducah in 2013, Jeremy separated from the Coast Guard to return to the Bay Area to establish a relationship with his son. At that time, Jeremy’s primary goal became to attend law school in order to help those parents who care deeply about their children, but struggling to establish a relationship and custody of...