Atty. Thomas Scott Botkin

Atty. Thomas Scott Botkin

Thomas Scott Botkin is a lawyer practicing commercial transactions, corporate law, real estate and 11 other areas of law. Thomas received a B.A. degree from Indiana University in 1975, and has been licensed for 48 years.

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Profile Summary

About Thomas Scott Botkin at a glance

Thomas Scott Botkin is a Managing Partner based in South Bend, Indiana, practicing at Botkin & Hall, LLP. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Their practice focuses on formation, estate planning, business, real estate, and ip. Admitted to practice in Indiana (1978), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Indiana (1978), and U.S. Tax Court and U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit (1997). Educated at University of Notre Dame (J.D., 1978) and Indiana University (B.A., 1975). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of St and Joseph County (Member, Business Organizations Section), Indiana State and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in South Bend, IN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Thomas Scott Botkin is a lawyer practicing commercial transactions, corporate law, real estate and 11 other areas of law
  • Thomas received a B.A. degree from Indiana University in 1975, and has been licensed for 48 years
  • Thomas practices at Botkin & Hall, LLP in South Bend, IN

Practice Areas Explained

Thomas Scott Botkin's Areas of Practice

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

Business Formation

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Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

Thomas Scott Botkin is one of 226,537 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Indiana →

Business & Corporate Law

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

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

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

Thomas Scott Botkin is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Indiana →

Intellectual Property

IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.

Thomas Scott Botkin is one of 106,079 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip 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 South Bend 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 Thomas Scott Botkin

Where is Thomas Scott Botkin's law office located?
Thomas Scott Botkin's law practice is located in South Bend, Indiana. The firm is Botkin & Hall, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Thomas Scott Botkin handle?
Thomas Scott Botkin focuses on formation, estate planning, business, real estate, ip. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Indiana.
How long has Thomas Scott Botkin practiced law?
Thomas Scott Botkin has 48+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1978.
Where did Thomas Scott Botkin go to law school?
Thomas Scott Botkin earned their education at (J.D., 1978); (B.A., 1975).
How can I contact Thomas Scott Botkin for a consultation?
You can contact Thomas Scott Botkin 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 Thomas Scott Botkin received?
Thomas Scott Botkin's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of Notre Dame
- 1978
B.A.
Indiana University
- 1975

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Indiana
Admitted: 1978
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Indiana
Admitted: 1978
U.S. Tax Court and U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit
Admitted: 1997

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