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Scott Michael Peterson

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  • Saratoga Springs, NY
  • Licensed for 14 years
  • Free consultation
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About Scott

Scott Peterson founded D’Orazio Peterson, LLP to provide representation to individuals in employment and serious injury matters.

 

Scott attended Albany Law School, where he served as a Managing Editor on the Albany Law Journal of Science and Technology. Prior to opening his own firm, he worked for two Albany-based law firms, where he focused his practice on litigation in the areas of construction, medical malpractice, employment law and serious injury cases.

 

In addition to providing frequent legal commentary for local and national media outlets, Mr. Peterson has also been published in the New York Law Journal as well as elsewhere, and has represented plaintiffs in both the State and Federal courts throughout New York State. He current writes an “Employment Litigation” column for the Saratoga County Bar Association newsletter, and serves on the Executive Committee of the NY State Bar Association Trial Lawyers Section. In 2013, Scott was selected to the Upstate New York Super Lawyers List in the field of Plaintiff’s Personal Injury Litigation.

 

In his free time, Scott spends time with his family and enjoys cooking, reading, traveling and playing golf. He also enjoys giving back to his community: he is a current board member of the Saratoga Affordable Housing Group, volunteers with Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Capital Region, and serves on the Executive Committee of the Saratoga Performing Arts Center Junior Committee. Finally, Scott uses his prominence in the New York legal community to speak with and educate young students about the law and their roles in society, and donates time to serve as a mock judge/advisor in local mock trials.

 

Practice areas

Medical malpracticeNursing home abuse and neglectPersonal injuryEmployment and labor
  1. Employment and labor: 40%

    Represnting plaintiffs in age/race/sex/disability/religion discrimination; Family and Medical Leave Act; Non-compete and non-solicitation agreements; severance agreements; whistleblower and qui tam actions. Representing employers in Department of Labor and Federal investigations.

    14 years

  2. Personal injury: 30%

    Representing plaintiffs in automobile accident, construction site accident, labor law, product defects, animal attacks, dog bites, malpractice, slip, trip fall, premises liability, general negligence.

    14 years

  3. Nursing home abuse and neglect: 20%

    14 years

  4. Medical malpractice: 10%

    14 years

Languages spoken

Italian, Spanish

Contact

125 High Rock Avenue
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D'Orazio Peterson LLP

125 High Rock Avenue
Saratoga Springs, NY, 12866

Resume

License
StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
NYCurrently registered 200507/11/2019
We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
Avvo Contributions
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Awards
Award nameGrantorDate granted
40 Under 40 - Labor & EmploymentAmerican Society of Legal Advocates2016
Super Lawyer - Plaintiff LitigationSuper Lawyers2015
Super Lawyer - PlaintiffSuper Lawyers Magazine2014
Super Lawyer: Personal Injury - PlaintiffSuper Lawyers2013
Work Experience
TitleCompany nameDuration
PartnerD'Orazio Peterson LLP2011 - Present
Partner - LitigationTully Rinckey PLLC2010 - 2011
AttorneyNapierski, VanDenburgh & Napierski, LLP2002 - 2010
Associations
Association namePosition nameDuration
Saratoga County Bar AssociationBoard of Directors2014 - Present
New York State Bar Association, Trial Lawyers SectionExecutive Committee2010 - Present
New York State Academy of Trial LawyersMember2008 - Present
New York State Bar AssociationMember2005 - Present
Publications
Publication nameTitleDate
Saratoga County Bar Association NewsletterEmployment Litigation Columnist2011
Albany Times Union (Op-Ed)Legislature Should Deal with Cyberbulling2010
New York Law JournalFRSA and FELA2010
Education
School nameDegreeGraduated
Albany Law SchoolJD - Juris Doctor2004
State University of New York, College at PotsdamBA - Bachelor of Arts2001
Speaking Engagements
Conference nameTitleDate
Saratoga County Mock TrialMock Trial Judge2015
Lunch engagementLegal Issues with Social Media2012
Law in SchoolsLegal Rights to Know2012
Breakfast eventHot Topics in Employment Law2012
April 2010 SeminarHow to Commence A Civil Lawsuit2011
Legal cases
Case nameOutcome
Whistleblower retaliationJury verdict for Plaintiff
Medical MalpracticeJury verdict for Plaintiff

Reviews

(17)
5 Star
82%
4 Star
12%
3 Star
0%
2 Star
0%
1 Star
6%
Review Scott Peterson

Peace of mind

Posted by anonymousTue Mar 07 2017

In contacting Scott Peterson's office to discuss an employment case, I was impressed by the professionalism and immediacy with which his staff responded to my queries. Mr. Peterson called me the very next day to discuss my concerns. His objective responses to my questions gave me peace of mind. You can't put a price on peace of mind. I would definitely refer him to others.
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No follow through

Posted by Tina MurrayFri Feb 19 2016

Had to give a star to provide a review, would have given no star. Called them about an employment issue, was looking to hire him. Scott listened to me, explained the process, had me fill out a questionnaire and said he would get back to me by the end of the day. Heard absolutely nothing. I called at the end of the day and was told he would be returning my call. I didn't realize it would be a MONTH later!! Stay away, found another attorney the next day and the issue is already resolved.
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Scott Peterson's response: First, let me personally apologize for the negative experience that you had with our firm. We receive many calls from individuals, and try very hard to give everyone who calls a positive experience from beginning to end. Because we take feedback and our reputation very seriously we have investigated your situation and your statement that you did not receive a phone call back for over a month. Our firm keeps a comprehensive database of all calls received and communications sent to potential clients. Our records indicate that you contacted the firm on January 20, 2016 and spoke with our assistant. After the initial call you were forwarded a questionnaire as well as a free copy of our book discussing common problems in the workplace. Please note that absent impending time deadlines there is always a brief turn around period to allow our firm time to review the questionnaire, consider any potential legal issues and perform a conflict of interest check. Our records indicate that our assistant contacted you on January 29, 2016 in order to schedule a follow up consultation. At that time you told him that you had already retained another attorney to handle your situation. We certainly apologize for the nine day turn around in this instance. Such a delay is both unusual and inexcusable. We are happy to hear that you were able to get your situation resolved.
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Attorney endorsements

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Patrick Jordan, State, local, and municipal law Attorney on Mar 5, 2018
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

I endorse this lawyer. While working on opposing sides of a matter Scott was fair to deal with while also representing his client zealously. It was obvious that his client's well-being was paramount.

James Ponton, Car accident Attorney on Feb 14, 2017
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

Scott is a tireless advocate for his clients and I would recommend using him without hesitation. He has become the go to Labor and Employment lawyer in the Capital Region.

Benjamin Glass, Employee benefits Attorney on Nov 10, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

Scott knows a ton about employment law and is very easy to speak to. He has a number of great videos at his website. He'll tell you whether or not you have a claim and, if so, whether or not you really need a lawyer. You can trust him to work with you to get a strategy that is right for your life

Jennifer Sunderlin, Family Attorney on Jul 14, 2015
Relationship: Worked together on matter

Scott is a highly competent attorney, who is well respected in the local community. I have referred several clients to him over the years, including my own friends and family, who report that they are treated with the professionalism, respect, and individual attention that they were looking for from counsel.

James LeBrou, Estate planning Attorney on Nov 25, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

Scott provides highly personalized and professional advice and guidance to his clients. This, coupled with his significant experience, makes him an excellent attorney for those individuals who have incurred a personal injury and who need legal representation.

Jacob Lamme, Personal injury Attorney on Jun 17, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

Scott is a highly skilled and knowledgeable attorney who I've known for 10 years. I've trusted Scott as an attorney to whom I can refer a case, and potential clients should trust him too -- he's a class act.

Barrett Mack, Divorce and separation Attorney on Jan 14, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse this lawyer. Scott is an expert in employment law and plaintiff's personal injury matters. He is smart, hard working, and achieves superior results for his clients. I have referred many of my clients to Scott for employment law issues and would not hesitate to send clients or others to him for representation. Plainly put, his clients are lucky they have chosen Scott to be their attorney.

Cost

RATES
  • Hourly Rates$175-$225/hour
  • Free Consultation Some lawyers offer a free consultation to help determine whether their services are right for your legal needs30 minutes
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  • Contingency A contingency fee is the percent of the final award a lawyer will receive as compensation. For some of these cases, lawyers will only be paid if there is a successful outcome.20%-33%
  • Pro-bono Many lawyers provide free legal help to low-income clients. The percent listed indicates how much of a lawyer's practice is pro bono work.5%
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