Atty. Thomas E. Nelson

Atty. Thomas E. Nelson

Thomas E. Nelson is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, patents, electrical patents and 1 other area of law.

Arlington Arlington 32 Years Experience 32 year
Call (571) 670-6652

Profile Summary

About Thomas E. Nelson at a glance

Thomas E. Nelson is a Patent Atty. based in Arlington, Virginia. They have 32+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1994. Their practice focuses on patent and ip. Admitted to practice in New York (1994), District of Columbia (2000), and Virginia registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (2011). Educated at Syracuse University College of Law (J.D., 1993) and Pennsylvania State University (B.S.E.E., 1985). Serves clients in Arlington, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Thomas E. Nelson is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, patents, electrical patents and 1 other area of law
  • Thomas received a B.S.E.E. degree from Pennsylvania State University in 1985, and has been licensed for 32 years
  • Thomas practices in Arlington, VA

Practice Areas Explained

Thomas E. Nelson's Areas of Practice

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

Patent Law

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Intellectual Property

IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Virginia

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Thomas E. Nelson

Where is Thomas E. Nelson's law office located?
Thomas E. Nelson's law practice is located in Arlington, Virginia. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Thomas E. Nelson handle?
Thomas E. Nelson focuses on patent, ip. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Virginia.
How long has Thomas E. Nelson practiced law?
Thomas E. Nelson has 32+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1994.
Where did Thomas E. Nelson go to law school?
Thomas E. Nelson earned their education at (J.D., 1993); (B.S.E.E., 1985).
How can I contact Thomas E. Nelson for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Syracuse University College of Law
- 1993
B.S.E.E.
Pennsylvania State University
- 1985

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1994
District of Columbia
Admitted: 2000
Virginia registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Trademark Office
Admitted: 2011

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