Atty. Phillip Wesley Nelson

Atty. Phillip Wesley Nelson

Phillip Wesley Nelson is a lawyer practicing restructuring & insolvency, government and public sector, business and 1 other area of law. Phillip received a A.B. degree from Wabash College in 2001, and has been licensed for 22 years.

Chicago Chicago 22 yrs experience 22 year
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Profile Summary

About Phillip Wesley Nelson at a glance

Phillip Wesley Nelson is an Associate based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Locke Lord LLP. They have 22+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2004. Their practice focuses on business, bankruptcy, and government. Admitted to practice in Illinois (2004), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (2004), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit (2007). Educated at Duke University School of Law (J.D., 2004) and Wabash College (A.B. English, 2001). Active member of Memberships American Bankruptcy Institute American Bar Association. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Phillip Wesley Nelson is a lawyer practicing restructuring & insolvency, government and public sector, business and 1 other area of law
  • Phillip received a A.B. degree from Wabash College in 2001, and has been licensed for 22 years
  • Phillip practices at Locke Lord LLP in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Phillip Wesley Nelson's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Phillip Wesley 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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Bankruptcy & Debt

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

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Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Illinois

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Phillip Wesley Nelson

Where is Phillip Wesley Nelson's law office located?
Phillip Wesley Nelson's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Locke Lord LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Phillip Wesley Nelson handle?
Phillip Wesley Nelson focuses on business, bankruptcy, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Phillip Wesley Nelson practiced law?
Phillip Wesley Nelson has 22+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2004.
Where did Phillip Wesley Nelson go to law school?
Phillip Wesley Nelson earned their education at (J.D., 2004); (A.B. English, 2001).
How can I contact Phillip Wesley Nelson for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Duke University School of Law
- 2004
A.B. English
Wabash College
- 2001

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 2004
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 2004
U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit
Admitted: 2007

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