Atty. Craig R Nelson

Atty. Craig R Nelson

Craig R Nelson is a lawyer practicing products liability, premises liability, public health law and 3 other areas of law. Craig received a B.B.A. degree from Tulane University of Louisiana in 1962, and has been licensed for 61 years.

Metairie Metairie 61 yrs experience 61 year
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Profile Summary

About Craig R Nelson at a glance

Craig R Nelson is a Senior Partner based in Metairie, Louisiana, practicing at Nelson Fay, LLC. They have 61+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1965. Their practice focuses on medical malpractice, business, slip & fall, product liability, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Louisiana (1965) and U.S. Supreme Court U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Louisiana U.S. District Court, Western D (1974). Educated at Tulane University of Louisiana (LL.B., 1965) and Tulane University of Louisiana (B.B.A., 1962). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Metairie, LA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Craig R Nelson is a lawyer practicing products liability, premises liability, public health law and 3 other areas of law
  • Craig received a B.B.A. degree from Tulane University of Louisiana in 1962, and has been licensed for 61 years
  • Craig practices at Nelson Fay, LLC in Metairie, LA

Practice Areas Explained

Craig R Nelson's Areas of Practice

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

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

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Business & Corporate Law

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

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Slip & Fall / Premises Liability

Craig R Nelson is one of 29,473 slip & fall attorneys indexed nationally. Browse slip & fall attorneys in Louisiana →

Product Liability

Craig R Nelson is one of 66,193 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in Louisiana →

Civil Litigation

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Louisiana

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Craig R Nelson

Where is Craig R Nelson's law office located?
Craig R Nelson's law practice is located in Metairie, Louisiana. The firm is Nelson Fay, LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Craig R Nelson handle?
Craig R Nelson focuses on medical malpractice, business, slip & fall, product liability, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Louisiana.
How long has Craig R Nelson practiced law?
Craig R Nelson has 61+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1965.
Where did Craig R Nelson go to law school?
Craig R Nelson earned their education at (LL.B., 1965); (B.B.A., 1962).
How can I contact Craig R Nelson for a consultation?
You can contact Craig R 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 Craig R Nelson received?
Craig R Nelson's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

LL.B.
Tulane University of Louisiana
- 1965
B.B.A.
Tulane University of Louisiana
- 1962

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Louisiana
Admitted: 1965
U.S. Supreme Court U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Louisiana U.S. District Court, Western D
Admitted: 1974

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