Atty. John Scott Cobb

Atty. John Scott Cobb

John Scott Cobb is a lawyer practicing mergers & acquisitions, banking and finance, corporate, business and commercial and 1 other area of law. John received a B.S. degree from University of Illinois in 1968, and has been licensed for 55 years.

Decatur Decatur 55 yrs experience 55 year
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Profile Summary

About John Scott Cobb at a glance

John Scott Cobb is a Managing Partner based in Decatur, Illinois, practicing at Samuels, Miller, Schroeder, Jackson & Sly, LLP. They have 55+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1971. Their practice focuses on business, m&a, and health care. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1971). Educated at University of Illinois (J.D., 1971) and University of Illinois (B.S., 1968). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Illinois State Bar Association American Bar Association Decatur Bar Association. Serands clients in Decatur, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • John Scott Cobb is a lawyer practicing mergers & acquisitions, banking and finance, corporate, business and commercial and 1 other area of law
  • John received a B.S. degree from University of Illinois in 1968, and has been licensed for 55 years
  • John practices at Samuels, Miller, Schroeder, Jackson & Sly, LLP in Decatur, IL

Practice Areas Explained

John Scott Cobb's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John Scott Cobb 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.

John Scott Cobb is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Illinois →

Mergers & Acquisitions

John Scott Cobb 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.

John Scott Cobb 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 Decatur 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 John Scott Cobb

Where is John Scott Cobb's law office located?
John Scott Cobb's law practice is located in Decatur, Illinois. The firm is Samuels, Miller, Schroeder, Jackson & Sly, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Scott Cobb handle?
John Scott Cobb focuses on business, m&a, health care. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has John Scott Cobb practiced law?
John Scott Cobb has 55+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1971.
Where did John Scott Cobb go to law school?
John Scott Cobb earned their education at (J.D., 1971); (B.S., 1968).
How can I contact John Scott Cobb for a consultation?
You can contact John Scott Cobb directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has John Scott Cobb received?
John Scott Cobb's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Illinois
- 1971
B.S.
University of Illinois
- 1968

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1971

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