Atty. Jonathan Brett Nelson

Atty. Jonathan Brett Nelson

Jonathan Brett Nelson is a lawyer practicing lead poisoning, brain injury, birth injury and 2 other areas of law. Jonathan received a B.A. degree from Brown University in 1990, and has been licensed for 33 years.

Rye Rye 33 yrs experience 33 year
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Profile Summary

About Jonathan Brett Nelson at a glance

Jonathan Brett Nelson is a Director of Litigation based in Rye, New York, practicing at Dorf Nelson & Zauderer LLP.. They have 33+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1993. Their practice focuses on car accidents, medical malpractice, slip & fall, and tbi/sci. Admitted to practice in New York (1993), Connecticut (1994), U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York (1997), and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York (1998). Educated at Brooklyn Law School (J.D., 1993) and Brown University (B.A., 1990). Serands clients in Rye, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Jonathan Brett Nelson is a lawyer practicing lead poisoning, brain injury, birth injury and 2 other areas of law
  • Jonathan received a B.A. degree from Brown University in 1990, and has been licensed for 33 years
  • Jonathan practices at Dorf Nelson & Zauderer LLP. in Rye, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Jonathan Brett Nelson's Areas of Practice

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

Car Accidents

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Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

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Slip & Fall / Premises Liability

Jonathan Brett Nelson is one of 29,473 slip & fall attorneys indexed nationally. Browse slip & fall attorneys in New York →

Brain & Spinal Cord Injury

Jonathan Brett Nelson is one of 10,267 tbi/sci attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tbi/sci 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 Rye 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 andnue, 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 Jonathan Brett Nelson

Where is Jonathan Brett Nelson's law office located?
Jonathan Brett Nelson's law practice is located in Rye, New York. The firm is Dorf Nelson & Zauderer LLP.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Jonathan Brett Nelson handle?
Jonathan Brett Nelson focuses on car accidents, medical malpractice, slip & fall, tbi/sci. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Jonathan Brett Nelson practiced law?
Jonathan Brett Nelson has 33+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1993.
Where did Jonathan Brett Nelson go to law school?
Jonathan Brett Nelson earned their education at (J.D., 1993); (B.A., 1990).
How can I contact Jonathan Brett Nelson for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Brooklyn Law School
- 1993
B.A.
Brown University
- 1990

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1993
Connecticut
Admitted: 1994
U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York
Admitted: 1997
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York
Admitted: 1998
U.S. District Court, Northern District of New York
Admitted: 1998

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