Atty. Patrick Scott Cross
Patrick Scott Cross is a lawyer practicing corporate law, emerging business law, health care and 2 other areas of law. Patrick received a B.A. degree from Indiana University in 1987, and has been licensed for 33 years.
Corporate Law & More Attorney · Serving Indianapolis, IN · 33+ Years Experience
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About Patrick Scott Cross at a Glance
Patrick Scott Cross is a Partner based in Indianapolis, Indiana, practicing at Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP. They have 33+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1993. Their practice focuses on business, m&a, and health care. Admitted to practice in Indiana (1993), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Indiana (1993), and U.S. District Court, Southern District of Indiana (1993). Educated at Indiana University, Maurer School of Law (J.D., 1993) and Indiana University (B.A., 1987). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Indianapolis (Chair: Health Care Section), Indiana State (Secretary, Healthcare and Medicinal Section) and American Bar Associations American Health Lawyers Association. Serves clients in Indianapolis, IN and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Patrick Scott Cross
- Patrick Scott Cross is a lawyer practicing corporate law, emerging business law, health care and 2 other areas of law
- Patrick received a B.A. degree from Indiana University in 1987, and has been licensed for 33 years
- Patrick practices at Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP in Indianapolis, IN
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Patrick Scott Cross's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Patrick Scott Cross handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Indianapolis.
Business & Corporate Law in Indianapolis
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Mergers & Acquisitions in Indianapolis
Patrick Scott Cross is one of 49,430 m&a attorneys indexed nationally. Browse m&a attorneys in Indiana →
Health Care Law in Indianapolis
Health care attorneys for HIPAA, Medicare, Medicaid, regulatory compliance, and medical licensing matters.
Patrick Scott Cross is one of 66,157 health care attorneys indexed nationally. Browse health care attorneys in Indiana →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Indianapolis
Practicing law in Indiana. Legal matters in Indiana are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Indianapolis are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Indiana state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Indiana brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Indiana courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Indianapolis Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Indianapolis-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Indianapolis Choose Patrick Scott Cross
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Patrick Scott Cross's practice in the field of business, m&a, and health care.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Patrick Scott Cross brings 33+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Indiana, U.S. District Court, Northern District of Indiana, and U.S. District Court, Southern District of Indiana, Patrick Scott Cross can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business, m&a, and health care, Patrick Scott Cross can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Indianapolis
A Indianapolis-based practice means Patrick Scott Cross attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Patrick Scott Cross Handles in Indianapolis
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Patrick Scott Cross has experience with under Indiana law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Patrick Scott Cross directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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