Chehalis · Washington · Since 1939
Trusted counsel
that stays with you
through every chapter
Four generations of Washington attorneys — the responsiveness of a small-town firm, the depth of a full-service practice, and the kind of relationship that lasts decades.
A note from the firm
One of the largest firms in Lewis County —
without ever feeling like one.
From downtown Chehalis since 1939, Scheibmeir, Kelly & Nelson has served Lewis County and surrounding communities. Clients work with attorneys who call back — the same team through every chapter of their legal life.
85+
Years in Chehalis
7
Attorneys, one phone number
★ 5.0
Over 100 5 star reviews
Practice areas
Practice areas to help you thrive.
Our multi-practice firm provides support for you, your family, and your business. Our team approach means we can meet your legal needs before or as they arise.
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Estate Planning & Probate
Wills, trusts, and probate for Washington families. Statewide reach, remote-friendly, and built around your life.
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Criminal Defense
Experienced representation when the stakes are highest. Rachel J. Hunt leads our private-pay criminal practice. Call first. Paperwork later.
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Business, Corporate & Municipal
LLCs, corporations, partnerships, non-profits, employment matters, business transitions, and municipal counsel.
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Real Property
Purchase and sale transactions, boundary issues, easements, zoning, litigation, and construction.
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Landlord & Tenant
Commercial and residential leases, evictions, and unlawful detainers.
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Family Law
Divorce, child custody, parenting plans
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Who we work with
A firm that's for...
We're not a pre-packaged legal mill. We're the firm Washington families have trusted for generations — and we plan to keep earning that trust
Our history
Serving clients out of Chehalis since 1939.
Our founders set up practice in Chehalis in the years before WWII. Four generations later, we're still here — in downtown Chehalis, still answering our own phone, still putting our names on every document we draft.
— And we plan to be here in 2039 too.
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What a gift finding Kevin! He resolved a sticky real estate issue that had been stalled for years.
Marilynn · Avvo review · five stars · 2026
"Kevin Nelson and his staff were professional and efficient. Kevin was fast to reply on any questions we had, and our Real Estate issues were resolved quickly."
"He calmly reviewed my case and explained things to me very well. I have hired him for 2 situations, and wouldn't hesitate to hire him again."
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