Scott Anderson Cowan, Business Attorney in Florham Park, New Jersey
Over 21 years of legal practice · focused on Business, Creditor Rights, and General
AssociateatDLA Piper LLP
Florham Park, NJ
Practicing business in Florham Park since 2005.
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Scott Anderson Cowan is an associate based in Florham Park, NJ. The practice focuses on Business, Creditor Rights, and General. Scott has over 21 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at DLA Piper LLP.
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- Florham Park, NJ
- Experience
- over 21 years
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- Business · Creditor Rights · General
- Handles Business, Creditor Rights, and General matters from Florham Park, NJ.
- Over 21 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Scott Anderson Cowan: Scott Anderson Cowan is an associate based in Florham Park, NJ. The practice focuses on Business, Creditor Rights, and General. Scott has over 21 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at DLA Piper LLP.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Scott Anderson Cowan
Scott concentrates on business, creditor rights, general, ip, and m&a. Each area below outlines the kind of case Scott handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
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Creditor Rights
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IP
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Business cases in Florham Park, New Jersey
Scott takes business matters in Florham Park, New Jersey. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Scott agrees to represent you.
Creditor Rights cases in Florham Park, New Jersey
Scott takes creditor rights matters in Florham Park, New Jersey. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Scott agrees to represent you.
General cases in Florham Park, New Jersey
Scott takes general matters in Florham Park, New Jersey. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Scott agrees to represent you.
IP cases in Florham Park, New Jersey
Scott takes ip matters in Florham Park, New Jersey. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Scott agrees to represent you.
M&A cases in Florham Park, New Jersey
Scott takes m&a matters in Florham Park, New Jersey. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Scott agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Scott Anderson Cowan — Over 21 years of New Jersey business experience
Scott Anderson Cowan is an associate based in Florham Park, NJ. The practice focuses on Business, Creditor Rights, and General. Scott has over 21 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at DLA Piper LLP.
Scott Anderson Cowan is a lawyer practicing life sciences & biotechnology, debt collection, intellectual property and 10 other areas of law. Scott received a B.A. degree from University of Michigan in 2002, and has been licensed for 21 years. Scott practices at DLA Piper LLP in Florham Park, NJ.
Scott's approach to business cases
Scott Anderson Cowan is a lawyer practicing life sciences & biotechnology, debt collection, intellectual property and 10 other areas of law. Scott received a B.A. degree from University of Michigan in 2002, and has been licensed for 21 years. Scott practices at DLA Piper LLP in Florham Park, NJ.
Clients Scott works with
Scott reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, creditor rights, and general matters in Florham Park and the surrounding New Jersey area.
Credentials
Scott Anderson Cowan's legal education and bar admissions
New York Law School
J.D. · 2005
University of Michigan
B.A. · 2002
Jurisdictions
Scott's state bar admissions
New York
2006 · ACTIVE
New Jersey
2005 · ACTIVE
Scott studied at J.D. in New York Law School and B.A. in University of Michigan.
Law school and academic background
Scott completed J.D. in New York Law School and B.A. in University of Michigan. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Scott runs in New Jersey is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Scott Anderson Cowan's office in Florham Park
Scott's primary office is at 300 Campus Drive, Suite 100, Florham Park, NJ, 07932-1039. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Scott Anderson Cowan — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Scott usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Scott charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Scott's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Scott will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a business attorney in Florham Park, New Jersey
A short list to run through before you commit: How many business matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Scott
Scott discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in business practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every business matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Scott confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Scott's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many business practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Scott Anderson Cowan
How much does it cost to hire Scott for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Scott walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Scott offer a free consultation?
Scott charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Scott's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Scott's current terms during booking.
How long do business cases in New Jersey typically take?
Simple business matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Scott gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Scott take my case if I'm outside Florham Park?
Scott is licensed in New Jersey. Matters governed by New Jersey law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Scott will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Scott?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Scott will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Scott accepting new business clients right now?
Scott's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Business attorneys serving Florham Park, Trenton and Newark in New Jersey
Scott handles business matters throughout New Jersey. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified business attorneys in that community.
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