Atty. David Scott Becker

Atty. David Scott Becker

David Scott Becker is a lawyer practicing healthcare, life sciences, mergers & acquisitions and 2 other areas of law. David Scott received a B.S. degree from University of Illinois in 1986, and has been licensed for 26 years.

Chicago Chicago 26 yrs experience 26 year
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Profile Summary

About David Scott Becker at a glance

David Scott Becker is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at McGuireWoods LLP. They have 26+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2000. Their practice focuses on business, m&a, and health care. Admitted to practice in Illinois (2000). Educated at Harvard Law Schoo (J.D., 1989) and University of Illinois (B.S. Finance, 1986). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • David Scott Becker is a lawyer practicing healthcare, life sciences, mergers & acquisitions and 2 other areas of law
  • David Scott received a B.S. degree from University of Illinois in 1986, and has been licensed for 26 years
  • David Scott practices at McGuireWoods LLP in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

David Scott Becker's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David Scott Becker handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Mergers & Acquisitions

David Scott Becker is one of 49,731 m&a attorneys indexed nationally. Browse m&a attorneys in Illinois →

Health Care Law

Health care attorneys for HIPAA, Medicare, Medicaid, regulatory compliance, and medical licensing matters.

David Scott Becker is one of 66,735 health care attorneys indexed nationally. Browse health care attorneys in Illinois →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Illinois

Practicing law in Illinois. Legal matters in Illinois are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Chicago are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Illinois state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Illinois brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Illinois courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about David Scott Becker

Where is David Scott Becker's law office located?
David Scott Becker's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is McGuireWoods LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David Scott Becker handle?
David Scott Becker focuses on business, m&a, health care. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has David Scott Becker practiced law?
David Scott Becker has 26+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2000.
Where did David Scott Becker go to law school?
David Scott Becker earned their education at (J.D., 1989); (B.S. Finance, 1986).
How can I contact David Scott Becker for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has David Scott Becker received?
David Scott Becker's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Harvard Law Schoo
- 1989
B.S. Finance
University of Illinois
- 1986

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 2000

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