Edwin L. Nelson

Judge Edwin L. Nelson

Personal

Birthday:

2/10/1940

Birthplace:

Brewton, AL

Date of Death:

5/17/2003

Race or Ethnicity:

White

Gender:

Male

Prior Employment:

U.S. Navy, 1958-1962
Private practice, Fort Payne, Alabama, 1969-1974

Education

Name of School:

Cumberland School of Law, Samford University

The mission of the Cumberland School of Law is to educate a diverse community of students with knowledge and practical skills, equipping them to become highly competent, ethical lawyers committed to professionalism and public service.

Degree:

LL.B.

Degree Year:

1969

Judicial Career

Court Name:

U. S. District Court, Northern District of Alabama

Court Name:

Alabama Northern District Court

President Nominating:

George H.W. Bush

Party Affiliation of President:

Republican

Commission Date:

1/24/1990

Termination Date:

5/17/2003

Termination Reason:

Death

Bankruptcy and Magistrate Services:

U.S. Magistrate, U.S. District Court, Northern District of Alabama, 1974-1990