Jeffrey P. Scaggs is a skilled litigator with extensive criminal and civil experience. Mr. Scaggs handles the defense of individuals charged with serious crimes throughout the New York metropolitan area, routinely litigating in the state and federal courts of New York, New Jersey and Connecticut. Mr. Scaggs’ areas of expertise include white collar defense litigation, drug distribution and possession, weapons possession, sex offenses, as well as burglary, assault, robbery and other violent crimes. Mr. Scaggs has worked on several homicide cases, including a capital murder trial. An accomplished trial attorney, Mr. Scaggs has secured acquittals in several jury trials.
As a civil litigator, Mr. Scaggs handles complex business litigation matters, corporate disputes, real estate litigation, breach of contract suits and other civil actions. In a recent corporate dispute among the shareholders of a prominent New York corporation, Mr. Scaggs argued before the Appellate Division of the New York State Supreme Court, Second Department, and was victorious.
Mr. Scaggs’ practice also includes transactional matters. He has represented banks, purchasers, and sellers, and has closed hundreds of real estate deals.
Jeffrey attended Muhlenberg College before graduating Fordham Law. He is licensed to practice law in New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut, and he is admitted to the U.S. District Courts for the Southern and Eastern Districts of New York and the District of New Jersey. He is an active member of the New York State and New York City Bar Associations, and lives in New York City with his dog, Cali.
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641 Lexington Ave., 15th Floor, New York, NY, 10022
301 Old Tarrytown Road, White Plains, NY, 10603
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Posted by Judy | November 16, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
HIGHLY RECOMMEND
I had a very complicated case. Jeff went above and beyond to get the best possible outcome for me. He was always reachable, very attentive and patient in explaining all the specific details of my case. Jeff always made sure I understood every single step throughout the process and definitely put me a...
Posted by John | November 16, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Excellent Attorney
Jeffrey was a gentleman to deal with. Answered all my questions promptly and courteously. Greatly helped me to prevail with my case.
Posted by IrishJohnHSS | November 11, 2021 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Just getting started
Without getting into too many details, we have been victimized by blatant fraud and it’s caused my minor child serious issues as it involved an initial attack and screaming how our money and our home (a co op) would be taken (throw in curses) and the billing agent and board president acted as such. ...
Posted by Anthony | July 06, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Highly Recommend
As this was my first time going to court, I had a large amount of stress and anxiety. Mr. Scaggs did a fantastic job explaining to me the different scenarios, best and worst case. With respect to the hard work and knowledge which he has of the legal system, he was able to handle it effectively. I wou...
Posted by anonymous | October 16, 2019 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Best in the Business
I have consulted Mr. Scaggs on countless legal issues in New York. His analysis is always spot on. He knows when to take a diplomatic approach, but he also knows when to fight, and nobody fights harder. One of the things that really separates him from other attorneys is that you can always get a h...
"Mr. Scaggs is a highly skilled attorney that I have relied upon over many years, particularly in multi jurisdictional matters. His writing skills are strong and his advocacy skills are excellent. He is a highly proficient and aggressive litigator who is deemed courteous and prepared by colleagues and adversaries alike. He is passionate in the defense of his clients and has my highest endorsement."
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2003
Deans List, Muhlenberg College
2010 - Present
Managing Partner, The Scaggs Law Firm, P.C.
2010 - Present
New York State Bar AssociationMember
2010 - Present
New York City Bar AssociationMember
2010 - Present
Columbian Lawyers AssociationMember
Appeal won
2008
JD - Juris Doctor
2003
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2003
Drug Use
2016
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