Atty. Briton K. Nelson

Atty. Briton K. Nelson

Briton K. Nelson is a lawyer practicing labor & employment.

Richmond Richmond 19 yrs experience 19 year
Call (804) 985-7048 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Briton K. Nelson at a glance

Briton K. Nelson is an Associate based in Richmond, Virginia, practicing at McGuireWoods LLP. They have 19+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2007. Their practice focuses on employment. Admitted to practice in Virginia (2007). Educated at University of Richmond, T.C. Williams School of Law (J.D., 2007) and State University of New York College at Geneseo (B.A. Economics, 2004). Serands clients in Richmond, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Briton K. Nelson is a lawyer practicing labor & employment
  • Briton K. received a degree from State University of New York College at Geneseo in 2004, and has been licensed for 19 years
  • Briton K. practices at McGuireWoods LLP in Richmond, VA

Practice Areas Explained

Briton K. Nelson's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Briton K. Nelson handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Virginia

Practicing law in Virginia. Legal matters in Virginia are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Richmond are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Virginia state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Virginia brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Virginia courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Briton K. Nelson

Where is Briton K. Nelson's law office located?
Briton K. Nelson's law practice is located in Richmond, Virginia. The firm is McGuireWoods LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Briton K. Nelson handle?
Briton K. Nelson focuses on employment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Virginia.
How long has Briton K. Nelson practiced law?
Briton K. Nelson has 19+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2007.
Where did Briton K. Nelson go to law school?
Briton K. Nelson earned their education at (J.D., 2007); (B.A. Economics, 2004).
How can I contact Briton K. Nelson for a consultation?
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
University of Richmond, T.C. Williams School of Law
- 2007
B.A. Economics
State University of New York College at Geneseo
- 2004

Bar Admissions

Virginia
Admitted: 2007

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