Scott Benjamin Shanker, Health Care Attorney in Memphis, Tennessee
Over 25 years of legal practice · focused on Health Care and Securities · 4.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Attorney
Memphis, TN
Practicing health care in Memphis since 2001.
- 25+
- Years practicing
- 4.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 6
- Bar admissions
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Scott Benjamin Shanker is an attorney based in Memphis, TN. The practice focuses on Health Care and Securities. Scott has over 25 years of legal experience. Rated 4.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Memphis, TN
- Experience
- over 25 years
- Known for
- Health Care · Securities
- Handles Health Care and Securities matters from Memphis, TN.
- Over 25 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with Peer Reviewed.
About Scott Benjamin Shanker: Scott Benjamin Shanker is an attorney based in Memphis, TN. The practice focuses on Health Care and Securities. Scott has over 25 years of legal experience. Rated 4.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Scott's practice areas in Memphis
Scott concentrates on health care and securities. Each area below outlines the kind of case Scott handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Health Care cases in Memphis, Tennessee
Scott takes health care matters in Memphis, Tennessee. 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.
Securities cases in Memphis, Tennessee
Scott takes securities matters in Memphis, Tennessee. 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
Scott Benjamin Shanker, health care attorney serving Memphis
Scott Benjamin Shanker is an attorney based in Memphis, TN. The practice focuses on Health Care and Securities. Scott has over 25 years of legal experience. Rated 4.0 out of 5 from 1 client review. Scott works from Memphis, Tennessee and takes on health care matters across the region.
Scott Benjamin Shanker is a lawyer practicing data security and privacy, health & hospital law, healthcare regulatory and transactions. Scott received a B.A. degree from University of Kansas in 1989, and has been licensed for 25 years. Scott practices in Memphis, TN.
Working with Scott on a health care matter
Scott Benjamin Shanker is a lawyer practicing data security and privacy, health & hospital law, healthcare regulatory and transactions. Scott received a B.A. degree from University of Kansas in 1989, and has been licensed for 25 years. Scott practices in Memphis, TN.
Who Scott represents
Scott reviews new inquiries case-by-case for health care and securities matters in Memphis and the surrounding Tennessee area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Scott studied and practices
St. Louis University
J.D. · 2001
University of Kansas
B.A. Human · 1989
Jurisdictions
Scott's state bar admissions
Washington
2013 · ACTIVE
Tennessee
2005 · ACTIVE
Tennessee
2005 · ACTIVE
Kansas
2002 · ACTIVE
Missouri
2001 · ACTIVE
Missouri
2001 · ACTIVE
Scott studied at J.D. in St. Louis University and B.A. Human in University of Kansas.
Law school and academic background
Scott completed J.D. in St. Louis University and B.A. Human in University of Kansas. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Scott runs in Tennessee is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Scott's legal honors and published work
Scott has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Peer Reviewed
Legal awards and honors
Peer Reviewed.
Affiliations
Scott's professional memberships and bar associations
Associations • American Bar Association • American Health Lawyers Association • Tennessee Bar Association • Memphis Bar Association • Health Law Section
membership
Locations
Scott Benjamin Shanker's office in Memphis
Scott's primary office is at 100 Peabody Pl Ste 900, Memphis, TN, 38103. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Scott Benjamin Shanker — 4.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Scott. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing health care attorneys in Memphis.
4.0
1 client review
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How to hire Scott Benjamin Shanker — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new health care 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 health care attorney in Memphis, Tennessee
A short list to run through before you commit: How many health care 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 health care practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every health care 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 health care practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Scott Benjamin Shanker
How much does it cost to hire Scott for a health care 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 health care attorneys offer free consults — check Scott's current terms during booking.
How long do health care cases in Tennessee typically take?
Simple health care 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 Memphis?
Scott is licensed in Tennessee. Matters governed by Tennessee 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 health care 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
Health Care attorneys serving Memphis, Nashville and Knoxville in Tennessee
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