Atty. Chris Nielson

Atty. Chris Nielson

Chris Nielson is a lawyer practicing family law, divorce, personal injury and 2 other areas of law. Chris has been licensed for 27 years.

Summit Summit 27 yrs experience 27 year
Call (862) 206-3957 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Chris Nielson at a glance

Chris Nielson is an Associate based in Summit, New Jersey, practicing at Cooper & Smith (Summit). They have 27+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1999. Their practice focuses on divorce, child custody, personal injury, family law, and child support. Admitted to practice in New Jersey (1999). Active member of Bar of Lynnette 1983 Bar of MH 1996 Bar of Alexis 20189. Serands clients in Summit, NJ and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Chris Nielson is a lawyer practicing family law, divorce, personal injury and 2 other areas of law
  • Chris has been licensed for 27 years
  • Chris practices at Cooper & Smith (Summit) in Summit, NJ

Practice Areas Explained

Chris Nielson's Areas of Practice

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

Divorce

A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.

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Child Custody & Visitation

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Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

Chris Nielson is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in New Jersey →

Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

Chris Nielson is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in New Jersey →

Child Support

Chris Nielson is one of 24,688 child support attorneys indexed nationally. Browse child support attorneys in New Jersey →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in New Jersey

Practicing law in New Jersey. Legal matters in New Jersey are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Summit are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate New Jersey state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in New Jersey 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 New Jersey courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Chris Nielson

Where is Chris Nielson's law office located?
Chris Nielson's law practice is located in Summit, New Jersey. The firm is Cooper & Smith (Summit). You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Chris Nielson handle?
Chris Nielson focuses on divorce, child custody, personal injury, family law, child support. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New Jersey.
How long has Chris Nielson practiced law?
Chris Nielson has 27+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1999.
How can I contact Chris Nielson for a consultation?
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Bar Admissions

New Jersey
Admitted: 1999

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