Elder Law

Elder Law includes a variety of issues related to senior citizens. While Seniors may have special concerns, they usually arise in the context of Estate Planning and are therefore discussed under Estate Planning.

Small Business

Over my career, I have represented many small business owners and executives in: (i) startup including selection and establishing corporations, limited liability companies and partnerships, (ii) purchase and sale of business entity or assets, (iii) purchase and sale of commercial real estate, and (iv) plan the transition of the business to the next generation.

Nonprofit Organizations

I have helped numerous new and mature nonprofit organizations with articles of incorporation, bylaws, leases and other legal documents. My extensive experience serving on Boards of Directors of nonprofit organizations gives me helpful insight into the operations of nonprofits. I offer reduced fees to nonprofit clients.

Personal Information

Born in North Dakota, I grew up on a farm and small town. After graduating from North Dakota State University in 1969, I served in the U.S. Air Force for four years. I came to Minnesota to attend the University of Minnesota Law School, and never left. Shortly after I graduated and was admitted to the Minnesota Bar in 1976, I moved to Hopkins and started my law firm. Over thirty years later, I still enjoy serving clients and the community of Hopkins.

Besides time with my four granddaughters and two daughters, my interests include a cabin on Palmer Lake near Park Rapids, Minnesota and Gopher Men’s basketball.

Nelson Berg

Bar Activities:

Licensed Attorney in Minnesota since 1976
Member Minnesota State Bar Association
Member Hennepin County Bar Association
Real Estate Law Specialist Certified by Minnesota State Bar Association
Attorney Volunteer at Hopkins Activity Center

Volunteer Activities:

Member of Hopkins Rotary Club, TwinWest Chamber of Commerce and Hopkins Business & Civic Association.
Involved in community for over 30 years including serving as Mayor of Hopkins; Chairman of TwinWest Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors; President and Founder of ResourceWest (formerly Hopkins Minnetonka Family Resource Center); President Hopkins Center for The Arts, Inc. Board of Directors.

Education:

University of Minnesota Law School,
Minneapolis, Minnesota, 1976 J.D
Golden Gate University, San Francisco, CA. 1973, M.A. Public Administration
North Dakota State University, Fargo, ND. 1969, B.A. History

Client Service:

Conveniently located in Downtown Hopkins. Free parking.
If you are unable to come to our office, I can come to your home or hospital to meet with you.
I encourage a “team approach” and will work with your financial advisor, accountant, insurance agent or others to achieve your objectives.

Call Nelson Berg at (952) 935-3425 for a free initial phone consultation

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My law practice is primarily focused in the areas of Estate Planning, Probate/Estate Administration and Real Estate.