April 24, 2025
EAU CLAIRE, Wis. – Royal Credit Union (Royal) has named Jon Nelson Corporate Counsel. In this role, Nelson is responsible for providing legal advice, ensuring regulatory compliance, and representing Royal in legal proceedings while supporting the organization's mission and operations within the financial services industry. Nelson has extensive experience in corporate and transactional law gained through roles across private practice, in-house counsel, and nonprofit sectors. He has represented businesses and nonprofits in all aspects of general corporate matters, complex transactions, and litigation.
“We are excited to welcome Jon to our team,” said Grant Beardsley, EVP- Chief Risk Officer and General Counsel at Royal. “His extensive experience and strong alignment with Royal’s mission and values make him an invaluable addition. We are confident that his contributions will play a key role in driving our continued success.”
Nelson graduated from the University of St. Thomas, earning a Bachelor of Arts in legal studies in business. He earned his Juris Doctor from the University of St. Thomas School of Law. Nelson is licensed to practice law in state, federal, and bankruptcy courts in Minnesota and Utah.
About Royal Credit Union
Royal Credit Union is a federally insured credit union proudly serving over 300,000 Members in Minnesota and Wisconsin. Royal is driven by a core ideology built on a strong purpose and values. You can open an account or apply for a low-rate loan at Royal Credit Union if you live or work in 26 counties in western Wisconsin or 16 counties in Minnesota. Counties served in Wisconsin include Adams, Ashland, Bayfield, Barron, Buffalo, Burnett, Chippewa, Clark, Douglas, Dunn, Eau Claire, Jackson, Lincoln, Marathon, Pepin, Pierce, Polk, Portage, Price, Rusk, Sawyer, St. Croix, Taylor, Trempealeau, Washburn, and Wood. Counties served in Minnesota include Anoka, Carver, Chisago, Dakota, Goodhue, Hennepin, Isanti, Olmsted, Pine, Ramsey, Scott, Sherburne, Wabasha, Washington, Winona and Wright. A complete list of Member eligibility requirements is available on the Royal Credit Union website. To learn more about Royal, visit rcu.org or call 800-341-9911.
