Bob is a 7th generation Mississippian who received his BBA degree in Finance from the University of Mississippi. He received his Juris Doctorate from Mississippi College School of Law. He has been practicing law for more than 25 years. He is admitted to practice in both Mississippi and Texas. He is the former District Attorney for the 294th Judicial District in Texas. He is admitted in the state courts of Texas as well as the Federal court for the Eastern District of Texas. He is admitted in all Mississippi state courts, the Northern and Southern Districts of Mississippi as well as the 5th Circuit Court of Appeals.

Mr. Cornelius and his real estate department are extensively involved in real estate transactions and their closings. He is a veteran of thousands of closings.