Atty. Robert Stephen Scott
Robert Stephen Scott is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, tax law, bankruptcy and 8 other areas of law. Robert received a B.S. degree from Marquette University in 1972, and has been licensed for 49 years.
Bankruptcy & More Attorney · Serving Springfield, IL · 49+ Years Experience
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About Robert Stephen Scott at a Glance
Robert Stephen Scott is a Partner based in Springfield, Illinois, practicing at Scott & Scott, P.C.. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Their practice focuses on formation, estate planning, business, real estate, and bankruptcy. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1977), U.S. District Court, Southern District of Illinois (1977), and U.S. Tax Court (1980). Educated at Chicago-Kent College of Law, Illinois Institute of Technology (J.D., 1977) and Marquette University (B.S. Accounting, 1972). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Counsel, Corporate Law Department Section, 2001—) Bar Associations Illinois Association of Attorney-Certified Public Accountants (President, 2000-2001) American Association of Attorney-Certified Public Accountants (Executive Committee-Secretary, Treasurer, Sangamon County and Illinois State. Serves clients in Springfield, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Robert Stephen Scott
- Robert Stephen Scott is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, tax law, bankruptcy and 8 other areas of law
- Robert received a B.S. degree from Marquette University in 1972, and has been licensed for 49 years
- Robert practices at Scott & Scott, P.C. in Springfield, IL
Practice Areas Explained
Robert Stephen Scott's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Robert Stephen Scott handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Springfield.
Business Formation in Springfield
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Estate Planning & Probate in Springfield
An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
Robert Stephen Scott is one of 224,789 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Illinois →
Business & Corporate Law in Springfield
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Robert Stephen Scott is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Illinois →
Real Estate Law in Springfield
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
Robert Stephen Scott is one of 313,729 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Illinois →
Bankruptcy & Debt in Springfield
A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.
Robert Stephen Scott is one of 104,458 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Illinois →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Springfield
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 Springfield 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 venue, 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.
Springfield Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Springfield-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 Springfield Choose Robert Stephen Scott
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 Robert Stephen Scott's practice in the field of formation, estate planning, business, real estate, and bankruptcy.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Robert Stephen Scott brings 49+ 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 Illinois, U.S. District Court, Southern District of Illinois, and U.S. Tax Court, Robert Stephen Scott can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering formation, estate planning, and business, Robert Stephen Scott can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Springfield
A Springfield-based practice means Robert Stephen Scott attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Robert Stephen Scott Handles in Springfield
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