Atty. Don Chapple Nelson

Atty. Don Chapple Nelson

Mr. Don Chapple Nelson is a lawyer practicing business, oil & gas, real estate and 1 other area of law.

Houston Houston 54 yrs experience 54 year
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Profile Summary

About Don Chapple Nelson at a glance

Don Chapple Nelson is a Member based in Houston, Texas, practicing at Don C. Nelson. They have 54+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1972. Their practice focuses on business, real estate, environmental, and energy. Admitted to practice in Texas (1972), U.S. Supreme Court (1972), U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit (1975), and Florida Eleventh Circuit Court of Appeals (1978). Educated at Baylor University (J.D., 1972) and Texas A & I University (B.A., 1969). Active member of Houston and American Bar Associations State Bar of Texas The Florida Bar and {With USAR, 1969-1975}. Serands clients in Houston, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. Don Chapple Nelson is a lawyer practicing business, oil & gas, real estate and 1 other area of law
  • Don received a B.A. degree from Texas A & I University in 1969, and has been licensed for 54 years
  • Don practices at Don C. Nelson in Houston, TX

Practice Areas Explained

Don Chapple Nelson's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Don Chapple 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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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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Environmental Law

Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource law.

Don Chapple Nelson is one of 56,434 environmental attorneys indexed nationally. Browse environmental attorneys in Texas →

Energy & Utilities Law

Energy attorneys for oil & gas, renewables, utility regulation, and energy sector transactions.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Texas

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Don Chapple Nelson

Where is Don Chapple Nelson's law office located?
Don Chapple Nelson's law practice is located in Houston, Texas. The firm is Don C. Nelson. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Don Chapple Nelson handle?
Don Chapple Nelson focuses on business, real estate, environmental, energy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has Don Chapple Nelson practiced law?
Don Chapple Nelson has 54+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1972.
Where did Don Chapple Nelson go to law school?
Don Chapple Nelson earned their education at (J.D., 1972); (B.A., 1969).
How can I contact Don Chapple Nelson for a consultation?
You can contact Don Chapple 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.

Education

J.D.
Baylor University
- 1972
B.A.
Texas A & I University
- 1969

Bar Admissions

Texas
Admitted: 1972
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1972
U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit
Admitted: 1975
Florida Eleventh Circuit Court of Appeals
Admitted: 1978

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