Atty. Gordon E. Nelson

Atty. Gordon E. Nelson

Gordon E. Nelson is a lawyer practicing patents, admiralty & maritime, antitrust & trade law and 6 other areas of law.

Rowley Rowley 42 Years Experience 42 year

Profile Summary

About Gordon E. Nelson at a glance

Gordon E. Nelson is a Member based in Rowley, Massachusetts, practicing at Gordon E. Nelson Patent Attorney, PC. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Their practice focuses on patent, formation, business, bankruptcy, and maritime. Admitted to practice in North Carolina (1984), Massachusetts (1985), and New Jersey registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (1991). Educated at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (J.D., 1984) and Wabash College (B.A. Yale, 1962). Active member of Massachusetts and American (Member, Intellectual Property Section) Bar Associations Boston Patent Law Association American Intellectual Property Law Association. Serves clients in Rowley, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Gordon E. Nelson is a lawyer practicing patents, admiralty & maritime, antitrust & trade law and 6 other areas of law
  • Gordon received a B.A. degree from Wabash College in 1962, and has been licensed for 42 years
  • Gordon practices at Gordon E. Nelson Patent Attorney, PC in Rowley, MA

Practice Areas Explained

Gordon E. Nelson's Areas of Practice

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

Patent Law

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Business Formation

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Business & Corporate Law

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Bankruptcy & Debt

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Maritime & Admiralty Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Massachusetts

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Gordon E. Nelson

Where is Gordon E. Nelson's law office located?
Gordon E. Nelson's law practice is located in Rowley, Massachusetts. The firm is Gordon E. Nelson Patent Attorney, PC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Gordon E. Nelson handle?
Gordon E. Nelson focuses on patent, formation, business, bankruptcy, maritime. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Massachusetts.
How long has Gordon E. Nelson practiced law?
Gordon E. Nelson has 42+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1984.
Where did Gordon E. Nelson go to law school?
Gordon E. Nelson earned their education at (J.D., 1984); (B.A. Yale, 1962).
How can I contact Gordon E. Nelson for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
- 1984
B.A. Yale
Wabash College
- 1962

Bar Admissions

North Carolina
Admitted: 1984
Massachusetts
Admitted: 1985
New Jersey registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Trademark Office
Admitted: 1991

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