Scott K. Tippett

Scott K. Tippett

4.0
Rating: 9.4

Licensed for 38 years

Business Lawyer at Greensboro, NC
Practice Areas: Business, Tax, Estate Planning ... +2 more

300 N. Greene St., Suite 200, Greensboro, NC

About Scott

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Business 20%

I assist businesses and individuals with incorporations, contracts, claims, and litigation.

39 years

20%
Elder Law 20%

39 years

20%
Real Estate 20%

I draft and review contracts and agreements for the development, financing, and sale of real property.

39 years

20%
Tax 20%

I represent business and individuals in a variety of tax matters before the NCDOR and IRS.

39 years

20%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 250-350 per hour

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in North Carolina for 30 years

State: North Carolina

Acquired: 1995

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Georgia for 38 years

State: Georgia

Acquired: 1987

Active Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Hagan Barrett, PLLC

300 N. Greene St., Suite 200, Greensboro, NC, 27401

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Scott K. Tippett's Reviews

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8 Client Reviews

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Posted by Randy | April 29, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Probate

Steer clear of this "attorney"

Hired this attorney for an estate settlement in early 2014. He carried out the normal process and appeared to complete the necessary documents to settle the estate, and he was paid in full for this work. But he failed to deliver any of the documents to the court (per the clerk of court in Alamance C...ounty, NC) despite having been paid. This resulted in a series of threatening letters from the court demanding documents, and Mr. Tippett refused to respond to repeated voice mails and emails over several months until we were forced to file a grievence with the NC State Bar. This filing finally prompted him to communicate with the clerk of court, but the estate is still not settled over 2 years later. Highly recommend NOT using this attorney for any purpose ... he is not competent or trustworthy as an attorney.

Scott Tippett

Replied last April 29, 2016

We're sorry you had a bad experience with our firm. This matter does not sound familiar, and we strive for the utmost client satisfaction in every case. Please contact me directly to discuss your specific concerns.

Posted by Rob | August 27, 2015

I used Avvo's reviews to determine which lawyer and was very satisfied

Being from a different state than the lawyer I contacted, I was concerned with not visiting in person but rather communicating via email and phone. Scott Tippett replied very quickly and seemed very sincere and honest. After not knowing the correct answer to my questions, he researched and responded ...quickly and I am very pleased with his services. It is very early in my case but so far, he has proved that I made the correct decision on choosing him as my lawyer.

Posted by Stuart | July 24, 2014 | Employment & Labor

Outstanding Affordable Service

I have worked with Scott on a corporate level over the years, and recently became the go to guy on my own employment contract issue. He explains the law in layman's English... he lays out a plan and options... Scott is a straight up honest guy ... I would highly recommend him to friends and family....

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Experience

Rating:  9.4 (Superb)

Honors

2018

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

1993

Pro Bono Award, Atlanta Legal Aid

Work Experience

2018 - Present

Member, Hagan Barrett, PLLC

2012 - 2018

Attorney/Owner, The Tippett Law Firm, PLLC

2012 - 2012

Director, Carruthers &Roth, P.A.

2007 - 2011

Special Counsel, Carruthers & Roth, P.A.

2001 - 2007

Manager-Owner, House & Tippett, PLLC

1996 - 2001

Owner, Scott K. Tippett, PLLC

1994 - 1996

Vice President, General Counsel, Southern Packaging, Inc.

1990 - 1994

Associate, Trotter Smith & Jacobs/Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough

1987 - 1990

Associate, Hendrick Spanos & Phillips

Associations

North Carolina Bar Association, Real Property Section

Member

North Carolina Bar Association, Tax Law Section

Member

North Carolina Bar Association, Business Law Section

Member

North Carolina Bar Association, Elder Law Section

Member

North Carolina Bar Association, Estate Planning and Fiduciary Law Section

Member

North Carolina Bar Association, Sports and Entertainment Law Section

Member

North Carolina Bar Association, Litigation Section

Member

American Bar Association, Real Property, Trust and Estate Law Section

Member

American Bar Association, Taxation Section

Member

American Bar Association, Business Law Section

Member

American Bar Association, Litigation Section

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Craco, LLC v. Fiora, 2004 WL 727025

Court denied defendant's motion to dismiss for lack of jurisdiction and improper venue, finding court had jurisdiction and venue was proper.

Iconbazaar, LLC v. America Online, Inc., 308 F. Supp. 2d 630 (M.D.N.C. 2004)

Court denied AOL's motion to dismiss and Iconbazaar's (our client) case was allowed to proceed.

Coleman v. Cannon Oil Co., 911 F. Supp. 510 (M.D. Ala. 1995)

Court awarded attorneys' fees based on lodestar approach. Apportionment among defendants was not warranted because all defendants actively participated in conspiracy.

Coleman v. Cannon Oil Co., 849 F. Supp. 1458 (M.D. Ala. 1993)

Jury found defendants enegaed in illegal price-fixing scheme to manipulate the retail price of gasoline.

Russell Corporation v. BancBoston Financial Company, 434 S.E.2d 716 (Ga. App. 1993)

Court dismissed all claims against the bank.

SEC v. Zimmerman, 854 F. Supp. 896 (N.D.Ga. 1993)

Fifth Amendment is violated when defendant, who is defendant in both criminal and civil case, is forced to choose between waiver of testimonial privilege and automatic entry of adverse judgment in civil case.

Southern Steel Co. Inc. v. United Pacific Ins. Co., 935 F.2d 1201 (11th Cir. 1991)

Court of Appeals reversed trial court holding that factors to be considered included value of materials, original contract specifications, unexpected nature of work, and importance of materials to operation of system in which they are used.

Bowden v. Russell, 200 Ga. App. 239 (1991)

Court of Appeals dismissed guarantors' claims against lender.

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Education

1987

University of North Carolina School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1984

Duke University

BA - Bachelor of Arts, cum laude

Speaking Engagements

2016

2015

2012

Webinar/Teleconference CLE Irrevocable Life Insurance Trusts

2011

Carruthers & Roth Annual CPA CE Seminar Fraudulent Conveyances and Failing Businesses

2010

Carruthers & Roth Business-Tax Seminar Asset Protection

2009

Carruthers & Roth Business-Tax Seminar Family Limited Partnerships in Estate Planning

2008

Carruthers & Roth Business-Tax Seminar Asset Protection & Business Structures

2006

Limited Liability Companies in North Carolina

How to form and manage limited liability companies.

2006

An Attorney's Guide to Asset Protection

A review of the risks and benefits of various asset protection strategies.

2004

Choice of Business Entity in North Carolina

Risks and Benefits of Various Corporate Structures

2003

Limited Liability Companies and Partnerships in North Carolina

Tax aspects of forming and opertaing limited liability companies and partnerships.

Publications

Languages

English

Activity

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