Nelson Franse
About Nelson Franse
Nelson Franse is a lawyer based in Albuquerque, NM and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2007. Nelson Franse is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Albuquerque, New Mexico
- Commercial Litigation
- Legal Malpractice Law - Defendants
- Litigation - Health Care
- Product Liability Litigation - Defendants
- Professional Malpractice Law - Defendants
Current Firm: Rodey, Dickason, Sloan, Akin, & Robb PA
Education: University of New Mexico, J.D., graduated 1987
Location: Albuquerque, NM
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