Atty. Chris R Nelson
Chris R Nelson is a lawyer practicing commercial and civil litigation, criminal defense, family and 6 other areas of law. Chris received a B.A. degree from University of Connecticut in 2000, and has been licensed for 22 years.
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Chris R Nelson is a Member based in New Haven, Connecticut, practicing at Nelson | Votto. They have 22+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2004. Their practice focuses on residential, criminal defense, family law, business, and real estate. Admitted to practice in Connecticut (2004), U.S. Tax Court and U.S. District Court, District of Connecticut (2005), Southern District of New York (2006), and New York (2020). Educated at Quinnipiac University (J.D., 2004) and University of Connecticut (B.A., 2000). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of New Haven County and Connecticut (Chairman, CBA-YLS Continuing Legal Education Director, 2008— Commercial Law/Bankruptcy Co-Chair, 2007—) Bar Associations New Haven Inn of Court Town of Hamden Technology Commission. Serands clients in New Haven, CT and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Chris R Nelson is a lawyer practicing commercial and civil litigation, criminal defense, family and 6 other areas of law
- Chris received a B.A. degree from University of Connecticut in 2000, and has been licensed for 22 years
- Chris practices at Nelson | Votto in New Haven, CT
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A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
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Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
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Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
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Why local counsel matters in Connecticut
Practicing law in Connecticut. Legal matters in Connecticut are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in New Haven are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Connecticut state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Connecticut 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 Connecticut courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
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