Kathryn Marie Nelson, Employment Attorney in St Paul, Minnesota
Over 39 years of legal practice · focused on Employment, General, and Litigation
Dep. City Atty.
St Paul, MN
Practicing employment in St Paul since 1987.
- 39+
- Years practicing
- 4
- Bar admissions
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Kathryn Marie Nelson is a dep. city atty. based in St. Paul, MN. The practice focuses on Employment, General, and Litigation. Kathryn has over 39 years of legal experience.
- Based in
- St. Paul, MN
- Experience
- over 39 years
- Known for
- Employment · General · Litigation
- Handles Employment, General, and Litigation matters from St. Paul, MN.
- Over 39 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Kathryn Marie Nelson: Kathryn Marie Nelson is a dep. city atty. based in St. Paul, MN. The practice focuses on Employment, General, and Litigation. Kathryn has over 39 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Kathryn Marie Nelson
Kathryn concentrates on employment, general, and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Kathryn handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Employment
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Litigation
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Employment cases in St Paul, Minnesota
Kathryn takes employment matters in St Paul, Minnesota. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Kathryn agrees to represent you.
General cases in St Paul, Minnesota
Kathryn takes general matters in St Paul, Minnesota. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Kathryn agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in St Paul, Minnesota
Kathryn takes litigation matters in St Paul, Minnesota. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Kathryn agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Kathryn Marie Nelson — Over 39 years of Minnesota employment experience
Kathryn Marie Nelson is a dep. city atty. based in St. Paul, MN. The practice focuses on Employment, General, and Litigation. Kathryn has over 39 years of legal experience.
Kathryn Marie Nelson is a lawyer practicing trial, environmental litigation, employment litigation. Kathryn Marie received a B.A. degree from St. Olaf College in 1982, and has been licensed for 39 years. Kathryn Marie practices in St. Paul, MN.
How Kathryn handles employment matters
Kathryn Marie Nelson is a lawyer practicing trial, environmental litigation, employment litigation. Kathryn Marie received a B.A. degree from St. Olaf College in 1982, and has been licensed for 39 years. Kathryn Marie practices in St. Paul, MN.
The kind of cases Kathryn takes
Kathryn reviews new inquiries case-by-case for employment, general, and litigation matters in St Paul and the surrounding Minnesota area.
Credentials
Kathryn Marie Nelson's legal education and bar admissions
University of Denver College of Law
J.D. · 1987
St. Olaf College
B.A. · 1982
Jurisdictions
Kathryn's state bar admissions
Minnesota
2000 · ACTIVE
Connecticut
1996 · ACTIVE
California
1989 · ACTIVE
Colorado
1987 · ACTIVE
Kathryn studied at J.D. in University of Denver College of Law and B.A. in St. Olaf College.
Law school and academic background
Kathryn completed J.D. in University of Denver College of Law and B.A. in St. Olaf College. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Kathryn runs in Minnesota is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Kathryn Marie Nelson's office in St. Paul
Kathryn's primary office is at 707 Fairmount Ave., St. Paul, MN, 55105. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Kathryn Marie Nelson — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new employment attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Kathryn usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Kathryn charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Kathryn's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Kathryn will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a employment attorney in St Paul, Minnesota
A short list to run through before you commit: How many employment matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Kathryn
Kathryn discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in employment practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every employment matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Kathryn confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Kathryn's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many employment practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Kathryn Marie Nelson
How much does it cost to hire Kathryn for a employment case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Kathryn walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Kathryn offer a free consultation?
Kathryn charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Kathryn's office. Some employment attorneys offer free consults — check Kathryn's current terms during booking.
How long do employment cases in Minnesota typically take?
Simple employment matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Kathryn gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Kathryn take my case if I'm outside St Paul?
Kathryn is licensed in Minnesota. Matters governed by Minnesota law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Kathryn will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Kathryn?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Kathryn will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Kathryn accepting new employment clients right now?
Kathryn's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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