John “JD” Nellor holds a profound legal tenure spanning over
four decades since his admission to practice law in the State of Washington in
1979. With an extensive repertoire of federal court admissions including the
United States District Courts for both the Western and Eastern Districts of
Washington, the United States Tax Court, and the United States Court Of Appeals
for the Ninth Circuit, JD possesses a broad legal purview.
Presently, JD dedicates his legal skills to small
businesses, handling reorganizations, bankruptcy litigation, and adeptly
resolving disputes through mediation, arbitration, and negotiation. His
practice encompasses a comprehensive understanding of diverse business realms
such as startups, planning, organizational strategies, and restructuring.
Serving as General Counsel for several small businesses, JD navigates the
complexities of financial crises, wielding substantial experience in Chapter 7,
Chapter 13, and Chapter 11 bankruptcy cases, alongside state court
receiverships, and various formal and informal financial adjustments.
Hailing from Vancouver, Washington, JD’s educational journey
spans Harney Elementary School, McLoughlin Junior High School (“Mac Hi”),
Hudsons Bay High School, Clark College (A.A. 1971), the University of Portland
(B.A. cum laude 1973), and culminating in his legal education at the University
of Tulsa College of Law (J.D. 1978). His distinguished legal acumen was further
recognized through induction into the Order of Barristers, an esteemed national
accolade for oral advocacy during his law school tenure.
Beyond his legal practice, JD maintains an active presence
within professional and philanthropic circles. His affiliations span
memberships in the Washington State Bar Association, the Federal Bar
Association for the Western District of Washington, and the Clark County Bar
Association, where he notably served on the Board of Trustees from 2010–2015,
assuming the role of Treasurer from 2011–2015. Demonstrating his commitment to
pro bono service, JD has volunteered extensively with the Clark County
Volunteer Lawyers Program and has conducted free advice clinics for Clark
College students for more than 25 years.
JD’s civic engagement extends across various charitable
initiatives. He notably serves on the Board of Trustees for the Pacific
Foundation For Blind Children, an organization dedicated to advancing
educational and employment opportunities for the visually impaired.
Additionally, his involvement with the Interservice Walk And Knock for Clark
County—a prominent one-day food drive in the United States—reflects his ongoing
dedication to community service.
Throughout his illustrious career, JD has contributed to
professional associations and authored several impactful publications on legal
topics, including Family Law Issues In Bankruptcy and Advising The Business In
Distress for the Washington State Bar Association. His legal prowess is further
evidenced through reported appellate cases, underscoring his comprehensive
experience in the legal landscape.
