Christopher Bryan Scott

Christopher Bryan Scott

5.0
Rating: 9.7

Licensed for 32 years

Social Security & Disability Lawyer at Carrollton, GA
Practice Areas: Social Security, Personal Injury, Workers Compensation ... +4 more

327 Bankhead Highway, Carrollton, GA

About Christopher

Biography

Practice Areas

7

Practice Areas

Social Security & Disability 30%

Representing disabled claimants in their applications for Social Security disability insurance benefits and Supplemental Security Insurance benefits.

32 years | 2,000 cases

30%
Personal Injury 20%

Representing people who sustained injuries as a result of another's negligent or intentional acts. These include motor vehicle collisions, dangerous conditions, or product liability claims

32 years | 500 cases

20%
Workers Compensation 20%

Representing injured workers' in their claims for workers' compensation benefits.

32 years | 500 cases

20%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Contingency

25%-40%


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Licenses

Licensed in Alabama for 31 years

State: Alabama

Acquired: 1994

Occupational License - Authorized to Practice

No misconduct found

Licensed in Georgia for 32 years

State: Georgia

Acquired: 1993

Active Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

SWS Accident & Injury Lawyers

327 Bankhead Highway, Carrollton, GA, 30117

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Christopher Bryan Scott's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

6 Client Reviews

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Posted by Jeff | February 21, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Awesome attorney and staff

Ms. Scott took me SSD case after my first denial. I am not sure what magic he performed, but about 3 months after my 1st appeal I was approved. Not only approved, but the found I had been disabled for over 2 years (I had only filed my petition 11 months ago). Chris and his staff are awesome. I you ha...ve a SSI or SSD case, you must hire Mr. Scott.

Posted by Cindy | July 30, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Wonderful Attorney

Chris Scott is a very thorough and knowledgeable attorney in regard to social security disability. He appealed my denial and I was granted a partial disability. He reviewed my award and made the decision that I had a very good chance of receiving a full award if appealed. He thoroughly explained... the appeal process, both pros and cons. He stuck with my appeal for over two years and we prevailed!!! Mr Scott traveled to TN to represent me at the hearing, as I had relocated from GA. He was well prepared for the hearing and spoke with me in detail about to expect at the hearing and how the proceeding would go. He made a very good impression on both me and the judge. His preparedness and knowledge of the details of my medical records made things go very smoothly.

Posted by Ron | July 30, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Great Attorney

Very please with Attorney Scott. He fully explained the procedures. He was exceptional in performing his duties as my representative. He was very thorough in his explanation as to what would transpire and what to expect. He was friendly and his approach was non-intimidating. I would definitely ...recommend him to others. Attorney Scott is well versed in laws pertaining to SSDI. His expertise was obvious whenever he spoke and explained answer to my concerns.

Posted by Jessica | July 28, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Thorough and Great Job

Mr. Scott and his paralegal team were very helpful during the course of my Social Security case. Someone was always available for me to talk to and ask questions. During my hearing, Mr. Scott was very thorough with my conditions and had vast knowledge of my treatments, limitations, medications, an...d doctors. He knew what the judge needed to make a fair and just decision in my case and addressed all of the Judge's concerns and questions immediately with details regarding my disability. I believe having Mr. Scott and his team in my corner helped the judge in making her decision and awarding my my disability benefits. I am so grateful to have an amazing lawyer like Mr. Scott to help with the process.

Posted by Chastity | April 5, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Excellent Job

I highly recommend Mr. Scott. He is very dedicated and worked very hard to get me a settlement. He spent a lot of time on my case.

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Christopher Bryan Scott's Lawyer Endorsements

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Kenneth Smith

Social Security & Disability lawyer | Nov 16

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Julie Howard

Personal injury lawyer | Sep 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Chris for our entire legal career and strongly endorse him. Chris is highly intelligent, hard-working and passionate about his clients and their cases. Chris exhibits the highest ethical standards and is not only an exceptional attorney but also an exceptional person."

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J. Howard

Personal injury lawyer | Sep 14

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I am a trial lawyer in Atlanta and have worked with Chris Scott on many cases. I have tried several cases with him in state and federal court, two of them back-to-back trials in GA and FL. Chris has a terrific courtroom presence and is authentic and believable to juries. More importantly, Chris is an A+ person who really cares about his clients. I can't think of another lawyer who I would recommend more highly."

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Timothy Heath

Social Security & Disability lawyer | Jul 31

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I strongly endorse this lawyer. Chris is intelligent, thorough, and extremely nice."

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Joseph Brown

Personal injury lawyer | Jun 07

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have worked for and with Chris for the past 7 years. He is one of the smartest and hardest working attorneys I have ever met. If I were to ever suffer a personal injury, Chris would be the attorney I would call."

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Isabel Aidun

Personal injury lawyer | Jan 26

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"Chris is an extremely thorough attorney who truly cares for his clients and always strives to provide excellent legal services as well as personal attention to every case he handles."

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Luis Scott

Social Security & Disability lawyer | Aug 08

Relationship: Co-worker

"I have worked with Chris for 12 years and endorse him as a specialist in Social Security cases. His greatest strength is his genuine care for every client that walks through the door."

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Kenneth Smith

Workers compensation lawyer

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Joseph Brown

Personal injury lawyer

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Isabel Aidun

Personal injury lawyer

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William Van Hearnburg

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.7 (Superb)

Honors

2019

Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

2018

Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

2017

Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

2017

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers

2017

10 Best Client Satisfaction, American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys

2017

Distinguished for 20 Years, Martindale-Hubbell

2016

Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

2015

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2014

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2013

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

1993 - Present

Partner, Smith, Wallis & Scott, LLP

Associations

2017 - Present

Huntsville Madison County Bar Association

Member

1995 - Present

National Organization of Social Security Claimants Representatives

Sustaining Member

1994 - Present

Georgia Trial Lawyers Association, Workers Compensation Section

Member

1994 - Present

Alabama State Bar

Member

1993 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

1993 - Present

State Bar of Georgia

Member

1993 - Present

Carroll County Bar Association

Member

2015 - 2016

State Bar of Georgia Transition Into Law Practice Program

Mentor

Sample of Legal Cases

Kenyon v. First Baptist Church of St. George Island, Inc.

Plaintiffs' Verdict $569,000 (reduced by 20%)

I.Q.

Confidential Settlement in excess of $800,000

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Education

1993

University of Georgia School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

Speaking Engagements

2012

Georgia State Board of Workers' Compensation Regional Seminar

Case Law Update

2006

Workers' Compensation Law Institute

Martines v. Worley & Sons and the Immigrant Claimant

Publications

2006

Workers' Compensation Law Institute Martines v. Worley & Sons and the Immigrant Claimant

Languages

English

Activity

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