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 anonymous | October 24, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Justice may be slow but it does come.
I had given up hope until I met Jeff. I told him about my situation and he said yes he would help me in court. I walked away feeling that he would do his best as I was having a hard time getting to the court house on the different occasions. He represented me and we won. I thank him so much cause...
Posted by Tala N | October 09, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Professional, Efficient, and Caring
We had an excellent experience working with Jeffrey. He handled my case with outstanding professionalism and care, and successfully sealed the case in exactly 3 months — even faster than I expected. Throughout the process, he was responsive, knowledgeable, and supportive, always taking the time to ex...
Posted by anonymous | January 27, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
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Extremely happy with Jeffrey’s services. Not only achieved desired outcome in court, but went over and above helping me resolve an issue outside of court relating to my lease. Always made himself available to answer questions. Overall, a personable guy and exceptional lawyer. Would definitely recomme...
Posted by Eddie | December 17, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Excellent Attorney!
Jeff Scaggs is a true professional. An attorney who from the first phone call communicated with me every detail and on every step of the process. He was available for every court appearance, phone call, text and even on vacation took a zoom meeting on my behalf. He was honest and informed me of the b...
Posted by IRFAN | December 01, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Great Gentleman
Jeff is a wonderful person.. Big thanks to him to help me out the best he can come up with my case and save me from long n big truble !! He is really good listener.. Highly recommended best lawyer and thanks to one of my NYPD friend who recommend me his name thanks Jeff & keep remember me..!!
"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
Spanish