Atty. John Robert Nelson

Atty. John Robert Nelson

Mr. John Robert Nelson is a lawyer practicing business litigation & dispute resolution, construction, copyright & advertising and 11 other areas of law.

Austin Austin 30 yrs experience 30 year
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Profile Summary

About John Robert Nelson at a glance

John Robert Nelson is a Partner based in Austin, Texas, practicing at Locke Lord LLP. They have 30+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1996. Their practice focuses on copyright, business, real estate, ip, and securities. Admitted to practice in Texas Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals Texas Eastern Bankruptcy Court Texas Eastern District Court Tex (1996). Educated at Baylor University (J.D., 1996) and Louisiana Tech University (B.A., 1993). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of Travis County Bar Association Austin Young Lawyers Association Texas Association of Defense Counsel The College of the State Bar of Texas. Serands clients in Austin, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. John Robert Nelson is a lawyer practicing business litigation & dispute resolution, construction, copyright & advertising and 11 other areas of law
  • John received a B.A. degree from Louisiana Tech University in 1993, and has been licensed for 30 years
  • John practices at Locke Lord LLP in Austin, TX

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.

Copyright Law

John Robert Nelson is one of 17,495 copyright attorneys indexed nationally. Browse copyright attorneys in Texas →

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

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Intellectual Property

IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.

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Securities Law

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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 Austin 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 John Robert Nelson

Where is John Robert Nelson's law office located?
John Robert Nelson's law practice is located in Austin, Texas. The firm is Locke Lord LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Robert Nelson handle?
John Robert Nelson focuses on copyright, business, real estate, ip, securities. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has John Robert Nelson practiced law?
John Robert Nelson has 30+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1996.
Where did John Robert Nelson go to law school?
John Robert Nelson earned their education at (J.D., 1996); (B.A., 1993).
How can I contact John Robert Nelson for a consultation?
You can contact John Robert 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 John Robert Nelson received?
John Robert Nelson's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
Baylor University
- 1996
B.A.
Louisiana Tech University
- 1993

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Texas Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals Texas Eastern Bankruptcy Court Texas Eastern District Court Tex
Admitted: 1996

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