Atty. Scott Everett Collister

Atty. Scott Everett Collister

Scott Everett Collister is a lawyer practicing creditors rights, bankruptcy & debt, business and 1 other area of law. Scott received a B.A. degree from Ohio University in 1994, and has been licensed for 27 years.

Newport Newport 27 Years Experience 27 year
Call (283) 209-8639

Profile Summary

About Scott Everett Collister at a glance

Scott Everett Collister is an Associate based in Newport, Kentucky, practicing at Gerner & Kearns Co., L.P.A.. They have 27+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1999. Their practice focuses on business, bankruptcy, creditor rights, litigation, and civil rights. Admitted to practice in Ohio (1999) and Kentucky (2007). Educated at University of Cincinnati College of Law (J.D., 1998) and Ohio University (B.A., 1994). Serves clients in Newport, KY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Scott Everett Collister is a lawyer practicing creditors rights, bankruptcy & debt, business and 1 other area of law
  • Scott received a B.A. degree from Ohio University in 1994, and has been licensed for 27 years
  • Scott practices at Gerner & Kearns Co., L.P.A. in Newport, KY

Practice Areas Explained

Scott Everett Collister's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Scott Everett Collister 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.

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Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

Scott Everett Collister is one of 95,723 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Kentucky →

Creditor Rights & Collections

Scott Everett Collister is one of 39,028 creditor rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse creditor rights attorneys in Kentucky →

Civil Litigation

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

Scott Everett Collister is one of 409,070 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Kentucky →

Civil Rights

Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Kentucky

Practicing law in Kentucky. Legal matters in Kentucky are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Newport are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Kentucky state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Kentucky 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 Kentucky courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Scott Everett Collister

Where is Scott Everett Collister's law office located?
Scott Everett Collister's law practice is located in Newport, Kentucky. The firm is Gerner & Kearns Co., L.P.A.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Scott Everett Collister handle?
Scott Everett Collister focuses on business, bankruptcy, creditor rights, litigation, civil rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Kentucky.
How long has Scott Everett Collister practiced law?
Scott Everett Collister has 27+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1999.
Where did Scott Everett Collister go to law school?
Scott Everett Collister earned their education at (J.D., 1998); (B.A., 1994).
How can I contact Scott Everett Collister for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Cincinnati College of Law
- 1998
B.A.
Ohio University
- 1994

Bar Admissions

Ohio
Admitted: 1999
Kentucky
Admitted: 2007

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