Atty. Christopher J. Nelson

Atty. Christopher J. Nelson

Christopher J. Nelson is a lawyer practicing taxation, litigation & arbitration, financial services and 1 other area of law.

Bloomfield Hills Bloomfield Hills 31 yrs experience 31 year
Call (313) 496-1200 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Christopher J. Nelson at a glance

Christopher J. Nelson is a Shareholder based in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan, practicing at Butzel Long, A Professional Corporation. They have 31+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1995. Their practice focuses on business, tax, litigation, and adr. Admitted to practice in Michigan (1995). Educated at Michigan State University (B.A., 1992) and Washington University School of Law J.D. 1995 Served as Associate Editor of the Washington University Law Quarterly (—). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Serands clients in Bloomfield Hills, MI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Christopher J. Nelson is a lawyer practicing taxation, litigation & arbitration, financial services and 1 other area of law
  • Christopher received a B.A. degree from Michigan State University in 1992, and has been licensed for 31 years
  • Christopher practices at Butzel Long, A Professional Corporation in Bloomfield Hills, MI and 1 other location

Practice Areas Explained

Christopher J. Nelson's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

Christopher J. Nelson is one of 85,302 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in Michigan →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Christopher J. Nelson is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Michigan →

Mediation & Arbitration

Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.

Christopher J. Nelson is one of 73,906 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr attorneys in Michigan →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Michigan

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Christopher J. Nelson

Where is Christopher J. Nelson's law office located?
Christopher J. Nelson's law practice is located in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan. The firm is Butzel Long, A Professional Corporation. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Christopher J. Nelson handle?
Christopher J. Nelson focuses on business, tax, litigation, adr. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Michigan.
How long has Christopher J. Nelson practiced law?
Christopher J. Nelson has 31+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1995.
Where did Christopher J. Nelson go to law school?
Christopher J. Nelson earned their education at (B.A., 1992); (—).
How can I contact Christopher J. Nelson for a consultation?
You can contact Christopher J. Nelson directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Christopher J. Nelson received?
Christopher J. Nelson's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

B.A.
Michigan State University
- 1992
Washington University School of Law J.D. 1995 Served as Associate Editor of the Washington University Law Quarterly
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Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Michigan
Admitted: 1995

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