Atty. Robert W. Scott, Jr.
Robert W. Scott, Jr. is a lawyer practicing insurance law, asbestos defense, municipal corporation law and 2 other areas of law.
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Robert W. Scott, Jr. is a Member based in Peoria, Illinois, practicing at Swain, Hartshorn & Scott. They have 53+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1973. Their practice focuses on family law, business, litigation, and insurance. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1973), U.S. Supreme Court (1985), and Colorado (1993). Educated at University of Illinois (J.D., 1973) and Oregon State University (B.S., 1970). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Peoria County (Member, Courts and Procedures Committee, 1994— Member, Board of Directors, 1983-1984) and Illinois State (Member, Section Council, Local Government Law, 1990—) Bar Associations Illinois Defense Counsel. Serves clients in Peoria, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Robert W. Scott, Jr. is a lawyer practicing insurance law, asbestos defense, municipal corporation law and 2 other areas of law
- Robert W. received a B.S. degree from Oregon State University in 1970, and has been licensed for 53 years
- Robert W. practices at Swain, Hartshorn & Scott in Peoria, IL
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Robert W. Scott, Jr.'s Areas of Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Robert W. Scott, Jr. handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.
Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
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Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Robert W. Scott, Jr. is one of 452,854 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Illinois →
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Robert W. Scott, Jr. is one of 409,070 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Illinois →
Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.
Robert W. Scott, Jr. is one of 109,871 insurance attorneys indexed nationally. Browse insurance attorneys in Illinois →
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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 Peoria 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.
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