Atty. Eric C. Nelson
Eric C. Nelson is a lawyer practicing commercial, energy, manufacturing and 3 other areas of law.
Commercial & More Attorney · Serving Milwaukee, WI · 33+ Years Experience
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About Eric C. Nelson at a Glance
Eric C. Nelson is a Partner based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, practicing at Foley & Lardner LLP. They have 33+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1993. Their practice focuses on business, m&a, securities, and energy. Admitted to practice in U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit (1993), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Wisconsin (1998), California (1999), and Wisconsin (2015). Educated at Yale Law School (J.D., 1992) and University of Wisconsin - Madison (B.B.A. Recipient, 1989). Serves clients in Milwaukee, WI and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Eric C. Nelson
- Eric C. Nelson is a lawyer practicing commercial, energy, manufacturing and 3 other areas of law
- Eric received a B.B.A. degree from University of Wisconsin - Madison in 1989, and has been licensed for 33 years
- Eric practices at Foley & Lardner LLP in Milwaukee, WI
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Eric C. Nelson's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Eric C. Nelson handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Milwaukee.
Business & Corporate Law in Milwaukee
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Mergers & Acquisitions in Milwaukee
Eric C. Nelson is one of 49,430 m&a attorneys indexed nationally. Browse m&a attorneys in Wisconsin →
Securities Law in Milwaukee
Eric C. Nelson is one of 64,075 securities attorneys indexed nationally. Browse securities attorneys in Wisconsin →
Energy & Utilities Law in Milwaukee
Energy attorneys for oil & gas, renewables, utility regulation, and energy sector transactions.
Eric C. Nelson is one of 35,985 energy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse energy attorneys in Wisconsin →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Milwaukee
Practicing law in Wisconsin. Legal matters in Wisconsin are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Milwaukee are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Wisconsin state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Wisconsin brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Wisconsin courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Milwaukee Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Milwaukee-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Milwaukee Choose Eric C. Nelson
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Eric C. Nelson's practice in the field of business, m&a, securities, and energy.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Eric C. Nelson brings 33+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit, U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Wisconsin, and California, Eric C. Nelson can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business, m&a, and securities, Eric C. Nelson can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Milwaukee
A Milwaukee-based practice means Eric C. Nelson attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Eric C. Nelson Handles in Milwaukee
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Eric C. Nelson has experience with under Wisconsin law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Eric C. Nelson directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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