Atty. Nelson G. Apjohn

Atty. Nelson G. Apjohn

Nelson G. Apjohn is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Commercial Litigation and Product Liability Litigation - Defendants.

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Profile Summary

About Nelson G. Apjohn at a glance

Nelson G. Apjohn is a business, product liability, and litigation attorney based in Boston, Massachusetts, practicing at Nutter McClennen & Fish LLP. Educated at Boston College Law School (J.D., 1981). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Product Liability Litigation - Defendants (2026), and Lawyer of the Year — Product Liability Litigation - Defendants (Boston) (2024). Serands clients in Boston, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Nelson G. Apjohn is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Commercial Litigation and Product Liability Litigation - Defendants
  • Nelson G., who practices law in Boston, Massachusetts, has been recognized since 2016
  • This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Nelson G. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area

Practice Areas Explained

Nelson G. Apjohn's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Product Liability

Nelson G. Apjohn is one of 66,193 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in Massachusetts →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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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 Boston 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 andnue, 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 Nelson G. Apjohn

Where is Nelson G. Apjohn's law office located?
Nelson G. Apjohn's law practice is located in Boston, Massachusetts. The firm is Nutter McClennen & Fish LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Nelson G. Apjohn handle?
Nelson G. Apjohn focuses on business, product liability, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Massachusetts.
Where did Nelson G. Apjohn go to law school?
Nelson G. Apjohn earned their education at (J.D., 1981).
How can I contact Nelson G. Apjohn for a consultation?
You can contact Nelson G. Apjohn 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 Nelson G. Apjohn received?
Nelson G. Apjohn's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation; Best Lawyers in America — Product Liability Litigation - Defendants; Lawyer of the Year — Product Liability Litigation - Defendants (Boston); Lawyer of the Year — Product Liability Litigation - Defendants (Boston).

Education

J.D.
Boston College Law School
- 1981

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Product Liability Litigation - Defendants
- 2026
Lawyer of the Year — Product Liability Litigation - Defendants (Boston)
- 2024
Lawyer of the Year — Product Liability Litigation - Defendants (Boston)
- 2022

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