Atty. Peter Abraham Nelson

Atty. Peter Abraham Nelson

Peter Abraham Nelson is a lawyer practicing litigation, alternative dispute resolution, complex commercial actions and 2 other areas of law. Peter received a B.A. degree from Columbia College, Columbia University in 1999, and has been licensed for 18 years.

New York New York 18 yrs experience 18 year
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Profile Summary

About Peter Abraham Nelson at a glance

Peter Abraham Nelson is a Counsel based in New York, New York, practicing at Patterson Belknap Webb & Tyler LLP. They have 18+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2008. Their practice focuses on business, securities, litigation, environmental, and adr. Admitted to practice in New York (2008), U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York (2008), and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York (2008). Educated at Columbia College, Columbia University (B.A., 1999) and New York University School of Law J.D. 2007 Executive Editor New York University School of Law J.D. Environmental Law Journal New York University School of Law J.D. Robert McKay Scholar (—). Active member of Alternative Dispute Resolution Committee, Professional Activities MEMBERSHIPS:Association of the Bar of the City of New York. Serands clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Peter Abraham Nelson is a lawyer practicing litigation, alternative dispute resolution, complex commercial actions and 2 other areas of law
  • Peter received a B.A. degree from Columbia College, Columbia University in 1999, and has been licensed for 18 years
  • Peter practices at Patterson Belknap Webb & Tyler LLP in New York, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Peter Abraham Nelson's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Peter Abraham Nelson 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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Securities Law

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Civil Litigation

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Environmental Law

Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource law.

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Mediation & Arbitration

Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.

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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 New York 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 Peter Abraham Nelson

Where is Peter Abraham Nelson's law office located?
Peter Abraham Nelson's law practice is located in New York, New York. The firm is Patterson Belknap Webb & Tyler LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Peter Abraham Nelson handle?
Peter Abraham Nelson focuses on business, securities, litigation, environmental, adr. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Peter Abraham Nelson practiced law?
Peter Abraham Nelson has 18+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2008.
Where did Peter Abraham Nelson go to law school?
Peter Abraham Nelson earned their education at (B.A., 1999); (—).
How can I contact Peter Abraham Nelson for a consultation?
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Education

B.A.
Columbia College, Columbia University
- 1999
New York University School of Law J.D. 2007 Executive Editor New York University School of Law J.D. Environmental Law Journal New York University School of Law J.D. Robert McKay Scholar
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Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 2008
U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York
Admitted: 2008
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York
Admitted: 2008

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