Chad Nelson

Chad Nelson

recognized lawyers icon Recognized in Ones to Watch since 2026
Awarded Practice Areas
Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants
Awarded Practice Areas
Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants
Works at
Cooper & Scully PC

5 Best Lawyers awards

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Biography

Chad is shareholder in the Dallas office of Cooper & Scully, P.C. Chad is a seasoned attorney specializing in professional and commercial litigation. Throughout his career, Chad has successfully represented Fortune 500 businesses, medium and small-sized businesses, family offices, and individuals in a wide range of lawsuits, including medical malpractice, premises liability, breach of contract, fraud, medical device/products liability, defamation, Qui Tam/False Claims Act, RICO and more.

With a passion for advocating on behalf of his clients, Chad brings a wealth of experience and expertise to every case he handles and provides a unique mindset to identify and resolve a client’s needs in an efficient manner. He is committed to providing his client with the highest attention to detail and achieving the best possible outcomes.

Chad obtained his B.S. from Texas A&M University before graduating cum laude from SMU Dedman School of Law. When he’s not in the courtroom, Chad enjoys spending time with his wife and daughter, traveling, and giving back to his community through various charitable endeavors.

Works at
Cooper & Scully PC

5 Best Lawyers awards

Cooper & Scully PC logo

Locations

Education

  • Southern Methodist University, J.D., graduated 2017

Bar Admissions

  • Texas, State Bar of Texas, 2017

Court Admissions

  • U.S. District Court for the Western District of Texas
  • U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Texas
  • U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Texas
  • U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Texas

Affiliations

  • Dallas Bar Association - Member

Client Testimonials

Awards & Focus

Recognized in Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America 2026 for work in:
  • Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants

Additional Information

  • Presentations and Publications

Navigating Dangerous Conditions in Premises Liability Actions, Cooper & Scully Newsletter, March 2024

Personal Guaranties – What Happens if the Borrower Defaults, Cooper & Scully Newsletter, September 2020

How to Land a Job in a Mid-size Firm, Panel Discussion, SMU Dedman School of Law, September 2019

Trying the Insurance Coverage Case to a Millennial Jury, 26th Annual Insurance Symposium, April 2019

Collecting a Judgment by Sheriff’s Sale, Cooper & Scully Newsletter, June 2018

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