Adam R. Nelson

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Adam R. Nelson

Adam Nelson joined ThompsonMcMullan after graduating from the University of Virginia School of Law in 1995, and he became a director of the firm as of January 1, 2001.

Mr. Nelson represents individual and business clients in commercial transactions, with an emphasis on:

  • Commercial leasing (including resolution of commercial landlord and tenant disputes and representation of landlords in tenant bankruptcies)
  • Sales and purchases of commercial and residential real estate
  • Sales and purchases of businesses and business assets
  • Organization of business entities such as corporations and limited liability companies
  • Commercial lending (including representation of both lenders and borrowers and including SBA loans)
  • Creditors’ rights

Prior to joining the firm, Mr. Nelson attended the Pennsylvania State University, from which he received a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology and a Master’s Degree in Business Administration, graduating first in his MBA class. From 1987 until 1992, Mr. Nelson served as a corporate financial analyst for Ford New Holland, Inc., the agricultural subsidiary of Ford Motor Company.

Professional Affiliations:

  • Virginia Bar Association
  • Richmond Bar Association
  • Hanover Bar Association

Community Involvement:

  • Virginia Bar Association - Community Service Program (2004-present – Charter Member)
  • Hanover Bar Association - So You’re 18 Program, Organizer/Presenter (1999-2000, 2003-present)
  • Hanover Business Council - Chair (2008-2009); Vice Chair (2007-2008); Cabinet (2004-Present)
  • Congregation Beth Ahabah - Board of Managers (2004-present); Finance Committee (2007-present)
  • Congregation Beth Ahabah Brotherhood - President (2005-2007); VP, Membership (2003-2005)
  • Junior Achievement - Classroom Instructor (2002-present); Volunteer of the Year Finalist (2004)
  • Hanover County Public Schools - Inaugural Citizens’ Academy (2007-2008); Kersey Creek Redistricting Committee (2005-2006)
  • Penn State Alumni Association, Central Virginia Chapter (1997-present); Board of Directors (1999-2006); Treasurer (1999-2004)
  • Institute of Management Accountants (1998-2006); Manager, Public Relations (2005-2006)

Adam R. Nelson's Practice Areas





> Hugh T. Antrim
> Mark R. Colombell
> Lucy G. Davis
> Karen E. Dunivan
> Robert A. Dybing
> Sherry A. Fox
> John A. Gibney, Jr.
> Richard L. Grier
> Paul G. Izzo
> Thomas D. Lane
> Charles W. Laughlin
> Robert C. Lyne
> R. Shawn Majette
> Christopher M. Malone
> C. Grice McMullan, Jr.
> Dewey B. Morris
> J. Christopher Morris
> Robert R. Musick
> Adam R. Nelson
> Neil S. Talegaonkar
> John B. Thompson
> Wilson R. Trice
> William W. Tunner
> Sarah B. Warner
> Robert A. Warwick
> Andrea J. Yoak






> Alternative Dispute Resolution
> Business Entities & Transactions
> Casualty Defense and Insurance
> Civil and Commercial Litigation
> Commercial Lending
> Constitutional Law and Civil Rights Litigation
> Construction Law
> Consumer Financial Services
> Creditors’ Rights
> Elder Law and Disability Planning
> Employment Law
> Estate Planning & Administration
> Fiduciary and Chancery Litigation
> Intellectual Property
> Local Government and Public Officials
> Real Estate & Land Use
> Tax Law - Federal, State & Local