Atty. John Robert Nelson

Atty. John Robert Nelson

John Robert Nelson is a lawyer practicing personal bankruptcy, bankruptcy chapter 7, bankruptcy chapter 13 and 4 other areas of law. John received a B.A. degree from Rutgers University in 1975, and has been licensed for 37 years.

Rockville Centre Rockville Centre 37 Years Experience 37 year
Call (934) 947-2978

Profile Summary

About John Robert Nelson at a glance

John Robert Nelson is a Member based in Rockville Centre, New York, practicing at John R. Nelson, P.C.. They have 37+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1989. Their practice focuses on residential, chapter 7, chapter 13, real estate, and bankruptcy. Admitted to practice in U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York (1989), U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York (1989), New York (1990), and Ohio (2015). Educated at St. John's University (J.D., 1989) and Rutgers University (B.A., 1975). Active member of Suffolk County (Member, Bankruptcy Committee) Bar Association. Serves clients in Rockville Centre, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • John Robert Nelson is a lawyer practicing personal bankruptcy, bankruptcy chapter 7, bankruptcy chapter 13 and 4 other areas of law
  • John received a B.A. degree from Rutgers University in 1975, and has been licensed for 37 years
  • John practices at John R. Nelson, P.C. in Rockville Centre, NY

Practice Areas Explained

John Robert Nelson's Areas of Practice

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

Residential Real Estate

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Chapter 7 Bankruptcy

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Chapter 13 Bankruptcy

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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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Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

John Robert Nelson is one of 95,723 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in New York →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in New York

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about John Robert Nelson

Where is John Robert Nelson's law office located?
John Robert Nelson's law practice is located in Rockville Centre, New York. The firm is John R. Nelson, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Robert Nelson handle?
John Robert Nelson focuses on residential, chapter 7, chapter 13, real estate, bankruptcy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has John Robert Nelson practiced law?
John Robert Nelson has 37+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1989.
Where did John Robert Nelson go to law school?
John Robert Nelson earned their education at (J.D., 1989); (B.A., 1975).
How can I contact John Robert Nelson for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
St. John's University
- 1989
B.A.
Rutgers University
- 1975

Bar Admissions

U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York
Admitted: 1989
U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York
Admitted: 1989
New York
Admitted: 1990
Ohio
Admitted: 2015

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