ATTORNEYS
At Nelson Jones, PLLC, we strive to provide the highest quality legal services at affordable prices. Our clients enjoy our proven track record at hourly rates well below most of our competitors, and we make every effort to ensure your hard-earned money is used in the most efficient manner possible. We offer decades of combined legal experience in handling cases with a broad range of clients and unique issues, including:
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Family law
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Personal Injury
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Administrative Law
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Criminal Defense
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Civil Litigation
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Appeals
We listen to our clients and work to find creative, tailored solutions that save money, minimize stress and produce winning results. At Nelson Jones, PLLC, we work hard to ensure you are fully informed and remain in control of the major decisions relating to your case.
Bret Rawson
Partner
Jeremy Jones
Partner
Nate Nelson
Partner
Nathan Evershed
Senior Trial Associate
J.C. Jensen
Associate
Rich Willie
Associate
Support Staff
Meet The Team
Our law firm is composed of lawyers with extensive and diverse legal backgrounds who can go toe-to-toe with any other office or attorney in the state. You receive quality representation, at a value that is hard to beat in Sandy or elsewhere. Each member of our talented team brings a unique perspective to your case
Bret Rawson
PARTNER - FOUNDING MEMBER
BIO
Bret W. Rawson is a founding member of Nelson Jones. He is a seasoned litigator with graduate-level training and experience in crisis communications. He specializes in the representation of peace officers and is a former reserve officer for a local Utah police department where he worked in patrol and in the detectives' division. His litigation experience involves white collar criminal defense, complex civil litigation, and both administrative and plaintiff’s work on behalf of law enforcement officers and their families.
EDUCATION
- William & Mary School of Law, Williamsburg, Virginia J.D.
- Brigham Young University, Provo, Utah M.A., Mass Communication
- Force Science Certified
- University of Phoenix, Phoenix, Arizona B.A., Management
BAR LOCATION
Bar Number: 11083
Admittance: 2006
Jeremy Jones
PARTNER - FOUNDING MEMBER
BIO
Jeremy Jones founded Nelson Jones along with his partners after graduating from one of America’s top 20 juris doctorate programs at the University of Minnesota Law School. Jeremy’s practice focuses on fighting for the rights of clients embroiled in divorce and other family law issues. Jeremy also represents law enforcement and other municipal employees at administrative tribunals throughout Utah, and before the Utah Court of Appeals.
EDUCATION
- University of Minnesota Law School, J.D., December 2012
- Force Science Certified
- University of Utah, B.S. Political Science, B.A. Philosophy, with Honors, May 2008
BAR LOCATION
Bar Number: 14689
Admittance: 2014
Nate Nelson
PARTNER - FOUNDING MEMBER
BIO
Nate is a founding partner at Nelson Jones. Prior to starting his own law firm, Nate was an associate at Alverson Taylor Mortensen & Sanders in Las Vegas, Nevada and at Mumford Rawson in Salt Lake City, Utah. While in Nevada, Nate practiced in all areas of civil litigation with an emphasis in insurance defense, construction defect, and personal injury. At Mumford Rawson, Nate practiced in all areas of civil litigation with an emphasis in family law. Nate currently practices in the areas of criminal defense, appellate law, family law, administrative law and personal injury.
Prior to attending law school, Nate graduated magna cum laude with a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration from Midwestern State University, in Wichita Falls, Texas. While at Midwestern, Nate received various scholarships including an athletic scholarship to play shooting guard for the men's basketball team.
Nate attended law school at the University of Utah S.J. Quinney College of Law where he received a Juris Doctorate in 2009. During law school, Nate received a CALI award for the highest grade in Civil Procedure and worked as a teaching assistant for the first year legal writing class. He also played on the University of Utah Racquetball Team.
Nate is married and has four children. He enjoys spending time with his family, golfing, playing racquetball, riding dirtbikes, playing basketball, mountain biking, and fishing.
EDUCATION
- University of Utah, S.J. Quinney College of Law, J.D., 2009
- Force Science Certified
- Midwestern State University, B.B.A., Finance, Magna Cum Laude, 2005
LICENSES
Utah Bar Number: 13307
Admittance: 2010
Nevada Bar Number: 11669
Admitance: 2009
LANGUAGES
Spanish
Nathan Evershed
SENIOR TRIAL ASSOCIATE
BIO
Because of his experience and skill, Nathan is regarded as one of the best criminal attorneys in Utah. Prosecutors, defense attorneys, retired judges, law enforcement officers, victim counselors, and court employees recommend his services because they know of Nathan's abilities and dedication to his job.
Before becoming a lawyer, Nathan earned his law degree in 2006 from University of Nebraska College of Law, where he graduated with distinction.
EDUCATION
- University of Nebraska, JD, College of Law,
- University of Utah, B.A,. History with Academic Honors,
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Bar Number: 11280
Admittance: 2006
J.C. Jensen
ASSOCIATE
BIO
Prior to joining Nelson Jones in August of 2016, Jeffrey C. Jensen (J.C.) enjoyed extensive careers as a Paramedic and Law Enforcement Officer. Although the practice of law is J.C.’s primary focus, he still finds time to maintain and work as a Nationally Registered Paramedic, Utah certified Paramedic, and Nevada Licensed Flight Paramedic. Additionally, he maintains and works as a certified Utah Law Enforcement Officer where he has served in the capacities of Deputy Sheriff/Paramedic, SWAT Operator, Breacher, Scout, and Sniper, Adjunct Instructor, and where he currently works as a Patrol Officer.
J.C. brought to Nelson Jones an in-depth understanding of the law enforcement dynamic, a prominent rapport with Law Enforcement Officers and their administration throughout the state, as well as first-hand experience of the complexities related to divorce. J.C. specializes in the administrative and criminal representation of Law Enforcement Officers as well as family law related matters.
EDUCATION
- University of Utah S.J. Quinney College of Law, J.D., May 2016.
- Utah Peace Officer Standards and Training, May 2006.
- Weber State Paramedic Program, May 2005.
- University of Utah, B.S. E.S.S., May 2002.
BAR LOCATION
Bar Number: 16073
Utah Bar Admittance: 2016
Idaho Bar Admittance: 2019
Rich Willie
ASSOCIATE
BIO
Rich Willie joined Nelson Jones while studying at the University of Utah S.J. Quinney College of Law. His prior experience as a Police Officer, and current service as a Captain in the Utah Army National Guard, make him well-suited in representing law enforcement officers in criminal, civil, and administrative proceedings. In 2018, Rich also earned his Business Law Certificate from the S.J. Quinney College of law, and received a CALI award for his research on the regulatory structures governing cryptocurrencies. Rich brings a focused understanding of business law to the firm and specializes in representing clients with business litigation and transactional matters.
EDUCATION
- University of Utah, S.J. Quinney College of Law, J.D., May 2018
- University of Utah, S.J. Quinney College of Law, Business Law Certificate, May 2018
- Idaho State University, B.S., Mathematics, May 2009
BAR LOCATION
Bar Number: 16987
Admittance: 2018
EXPERIENCE
Interned for the Hon. Jill Pohlman at the Utah Court of Appeals - January 2017 – May 2017
Nelson Jones, PLLC January 2017 - Present
Jennifer Anzures
Paralegal - Administrative Assistant
Jennifer Anzures joined Nelson Jones in 2022. Jennifer is an incredible paralegal with years of experience, most recently at Fabian VanCott, downtown. Jennifer contributes excellent work on corporate matters, filings, and transactional support. She is a incredibly well-rounded paralegal and we are overjoyed to have her as part of our team.
Katie Jex
Administrative Assitant
Katie is well known in both the law enforcement and educational community. She has engaged with and helped countless families through Utah FOP and the innumerable outreach programs she has participated in.
Katie is an amazingly capable assistant who is instrumental in keeping our office running.
