Atty. Scott Bernard Cockrum

Atty. Scott Bernard Cockrum

Scott Bernard Cockrum is a lawyer practicing litigation, negligence law, appellate practice and 6 other areas of law. Scott received a M.A. degree from Indiana State University in 1995, and has been licensed for 28 years.

Schererville Schererville 28 yrs experience 28 year
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Profile Summary

About Scott Bernard Cockrum at a glance

Scott Bernard Cockrum is a Partner based in Schererville, Indiana, practicing at Hinshaw & Culbertson LLP. They have 28+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1998. Their practice focuses on medical malpractice, personal injury, business, product liability, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Indiana U.S. Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit U.S. District Court for the Northern District (1998) and Michigan (2021). Educated at Indiana State University (M.A. University, 1995) and Notre Dame Law School J.D. 1998 Member Notre Dame Law School J.D. Moot Court Board Notre Dame Law School J.D. 1997-98 (—). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Schererville, IN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Scott Bernard Cockrum is a lawyer practicing litigation, negligence law, appellate practice and 6 other areas of law
  • Scott received a M.A. degree from Indiana State University in 1995, and has been licensed for 28 years
  • Scott practices at Hinshaw & Culbertson LLP in Schererville, IN

Practice Areas Explained

Scott Bernard Cockrum's Areas of Practice

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

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

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Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

Scott Bernard Cockrum is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Indiana →

Business & Corporate Law

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

Scott Bernard Cockrum is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Indiana →

Product Liability

Scott Bernard Cockrum is one of 66,193 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in Indiana →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Scott Bernard Cockrum is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Indiana →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Indiana

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 Schererville 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 andnue, 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Scott Bernard Cockrum

Where is Scott Bernard Cockrum's law office located?
Scott Bernard Cockrum's law practice is located in Schererville, Indiana. The firm is Hinshaw & Culbertson LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Scott Bernard Cockrum handle?
Scott Bernard Cockrum focuses on medical malpractice, personal injury, business, product liability, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Indiana.
How long has Scott Bernard Cockrum practiced law?
Scott Bernard Cockrum has 28+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1998.
Where did Scott Bernard Cockrum go to law school?
Scott Bernard Cockrum earned their education at (M.A. University, 1995); (—).
How can I contact Scott Bernard Cockrum for a consultation?
You can contact Scott Bernard Cockrum 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 Scott Bernard Cockrum received?
Scott Bernard Cockrum's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

M.A. University
Indiana State University
- 1995
Notre Dame Law School J.D. 1998 Member Notre Dame Law School J.D. Moot Court Board Notre Dame Law School J.D. 1997-98
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Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Indiana U.S. Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit U.S. District Court for the Northern District
Admitted: 1998
Michigan
Admitted: 2021

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