John Snider II, J.D.
AVP & Associate Counsel
John Hancock Advanced Markets

Before joining John Hancock, John was in private practice with a major, nationally recognized law firm in the Kansas City area. He concentrated his practice on estate, business, and charitable planning for moderate and high-net-worth individuals and entities. John was one of the founding members of the Advanced Markets team. With more than 30 years of experience, he has served the insurance profession as an Advanced Markets attorney for John Hancock, Manulife Financial, and two other insurance carriers. His prior experience includes point of sale support.

John received his Bachelor of Arts degree, summa cum laude, in Economics, Business Administration and Religious Studies, completing three majors in four years and graduating first in his class from Graceland College (now University) in Iowa. John received his Juris Doctor degree from the University of Kansas School of Law. He is a member of the Missouri and Kansas bar associations, although he is not currently engaged in the practice of law.

John lives in Hamilton, MO.