Atty. Robert Nelson Chan
Robert Nelson Chan is a lawyer practicing business litigation, securities litigation, employment litigation and 4 other areas of law. Robert received a B.A. degree from University of Michigan in 1970, and has been licensed for 52 years.
Business Litigation & More Attorney · Serving New York, NY · 52+ Years Experience
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About Robert Nelson Chan at a Glance
Robert Nelson Chan is a Partner based in New York, New York, practicing at Ferber Chan Essner & Coller, LLP. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Their practice focuses on employment, business, litigation, adr, and appellate. Admitted to practice in New York (1974) and U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit and U.S. District Court, Eastern and Southern Districts of New (1974). Educated at Columbia Law School (J.D., 1973) and University of Michigan (B.A., 1970). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of The Association of the Bar of the City of New York (Member: Committee on the Civil Court, 1983-1985 Committee on Professional Discipline, 1986-1987) New York State Bar Association Federal Bar Council. Serves clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Robert Nelson Chan
- Robert Nelson Chan is a lawyer practicing business litigation, securities litigation, employment litigation and 4 other areas of law
- Robert received a B.A. degree from University of Michigan in 1970, and has been licensed for 52 years
- Robert practices at Ferber Chan Essner & Coller, LLP in New York, NY
Practice Areas Explained
Robert Nelson Chan's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Robert Nelson Chan handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in New York.
Employment Law in New York
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
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Business & Corporate Law in New York
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Robert Nelson Chan is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in New York →
Civil Litigation in New York
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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Mediation & Arbitration in New York
Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.
Robert Nelson Chan is one of 73,315 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr attorneys in New York →
Appellate Practice in New York
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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 venue, 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.
New York Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a New York-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in New York Choose Robert Nelson Chan
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Robert Nelson Chan's practice in the field of employment, business, litigation, adr, and appellate.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Robert Nelson Chan brings 52+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in New York and U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit and U.S. District Court, Eastern and Southern Districts of New, Robert Nelson Chan can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering employment, business, and litigation, Robert Nelson Chan can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in New York
A New York-based practice means Robert Nelson Chan attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Robert Nelson Chan Handles in New York
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