Overall Rating
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5.0 /5.0
7 Client Reviews
$ 400-400 per hour
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R. Scot Kraeuter
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About R.
Biography
Admitted to practice in all Georgia trial courts and Probate Courts, the Georgia Court of Appeals, the Georgia Supreme Court, the United State District Court, Southern District of Georgia, the United States District Court, Middle District of Georgia, the United States District Court, Northen District of Georgia and the United States Circuit court for the Eleventh Circuit.
Attorney Scot Kraeuter has over 24 years of personal injury trial experience and, in that time, has won over $24 million in verdicts and settlements for his injured clients. With significant jury trial experience, clients from across Georgia trust in his experience, legacy of results, and high-standards of client-focused representation to help them seek the results they need to recover and move forward with their lives. After graduating from the Emory University School of Law, Attorney Scot Kraeuter became a founding partner of Johnson Kraeuter, LLC in Savannah. There he made a name for himself as a diligent and knowledgeable lawyer and was recognized by top legal organizations like Super Lawyers and U.S. News – Best Lawyers “Best Law Firms.” Scot currently holds the highest Martindale-Hubbell® AV® Rating in recognition of his legal and professional ability and high ethical standards.
Practice Areas
15
Practice Areas
Alimony
7%
Car Accident
7%
Divorce and Separation
7%
30 years
Family
7%
30 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Payment Methods
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
Licenses
Licensed in Georgia for 30 years
State: Georgia
Acquired: 1995
No misconduct found
Location
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R. Scot Kraeuter's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 5 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by Susan | November 25, 2017 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
ULTIMATE INTEGRITY
I met Scot, facing a divorce, filled with unknowns and fears. In our first meeting, he looked at me intently, listening, taking notes. In my confusion, he remained calm, absolutely no judgement. He saw me, watched and read my words and reactions. His plan was forming already, his words clear and ...
Posted by Gene | March 22, 2014
R. Scot Kraeuter
Scot is an outstanding attorney. I never felt pressured to make a decision. He provided the utmost professional advice and service! I have recommended him to family members.
Posted by Dawn | October 28, 2013
Trustworthy, Highly Recommended Attorney
I came to Scot and his firm with a difficult case, and he resolved it fairly quickly. He is knowledgeable, competent, and he and his whole firm treated me with respect. He was not wasteful of my time nor money. I trusted him to give me sound advice at difficult junctures. Because he is good at hi...
Posted by Jerry | March 7, 2013
Highly Recommend
Having worked with many attorneys, Scot was recommended to me by one who is a friend of mine. Scot has now represented me in my original divorce, in two matters, on to a contempt claim, and now with another motion filed. I have found Scot to be professional, extremely organized, fully knowledgeable o...
Posted by amy | February 27, 2013
Fab lawyer
Scot was great, as was his 2nd in command Barbi, and the rest of the firm. I was sure I wanted to get a divorce when I met with Scot but I was apprehensive and completely bewildered about the process. From the first phone call I knew he had my back and I had made the right choice. Both Scot and B...
R. Scot Kraeuter's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. Scot is a zealous and thoughtful advocate for his clients."
"I endorse Robert. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"Scot is an accomplished trial attorney with a reputation for integrity and professionalism. His reputation as a zealous advocate on behalf of his clients is well deserved. I endorse him without reservation."
"Scot is an excellent lawyer. He is dedicated to his clients, works very hard, and is great in the courtroom. I highly endorse Scot Kraeuter."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Scot Kraeuter is an excellent attorney with a stellar reputation for being an aggressive, dedicated advocate for his clients. Scot is respected by judges and colleagues for his candor and professionalism. I give Scot Kraeuter my highest recommendation."
"Scot Kraeuter has obtained numerous substantial verdicts for his clients and is part of the top shelf firm of Savage Trial Attorneys. Scot is clearly dedicated to his profession. He shares his knowledge with the legal community through published articles and speaking engagement on topics like prenuptial agreements and dividing settlement proceeds in a divorce. He also takes the time to contribute to avvo.com. I am happy to endorse Scot Kraeuter. Howard Spiva www.spivalaw.com"
"I endorse this lawyer. Scott is an excellent personal injury attorney. He is extremely knowledgeable about the law and is a real bulldog in the courtroom. Scott is also one of the hardest working attorneys that I know."
"Scot is a diligent, exceptionally capable attorney and strong advocate for his clients. I would not hesitate to refer any friend or client to Scot for representation in a family law or other litigation matter."
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Experience
Honors
2025
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2024
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2024
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2023
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2022
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2021
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2020
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2019
Best Lawyers in Georgia, Best Lawyers
2019
Super Lawyer, Atlanta Magazine
2019
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2018
Best Lawyers in Georgia, Best Lawyers
2018
Super Lawyer, Atlanta Magazine
2017
Super Lawyer, Atlanta Magazine
2017
Best Lawyers in Georgia, Best Lawyers
2016
Super Lawyer, Atlanta Magazine
2016
Best Lawyers in Georgia, Best Lawyers
2016
Legal Elite, Georgia Trend Magazine
2015
Super Lawyer, Atlanta Magazine
2015
Best Lawyers in Georgia, Best Lawyers
2015
Legal Elite, Georgia Trend Magazine
2014
Legal Elite, Georgia Trend Magazine
2014
Super Lawyer, Atlanta Magazine
2009
Rising Star, Atlanta Magazine
Work Experience
2012 - Present
Partner/Member, Johnson Kraeuter, LLC
1995 - Present
Principal, Scot Kraeuter Personal Injury Law
1900 - Present
Partner, Johnson Kraeuter LLC
1995 - 2012
Attorney, Savage & Turner P.C.
Associations
2013 - Present
Bench and Bar Committee Savannah Bar AssociationCommittee Member
2010 - Present
At Large Member of the Executive Committee of the Family Law Section State Bar of GeorgiaAt Large Member
1995 - Present
Savannah Bar AssociationMember
1995 - Present
State Bar of GeorgiaMember
1995 - Present
Association of Trial Lawyers of AmericaMember
1995 - Present
Georgia Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
American Bar Association
Member
American Association for Justice
Member
2017 - 2018
State Bar of Georgia, Family Law SectionVice Chair
2014 - 2016
Chatham County Bench and Bar CommitteeMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Crowder v. Georgie Boy Manufacturing L.L.C.
$70,000.00 jury verdict for my client
Oliver vs. Stewart
$90,000.00 jury verdict for my client
Howe v. Hassan
$458,089.00 jury verdict for my clients
Smith vs. Wise
$110,000.00 jury verdict for my client
Gorumba v. Ambrose.
$4.2 million dollar jury verdict for my client
Bull St. Church of Christ v. Jensen, 233 Ga. App. 96 (1998)
Woodhull Corp. v. Saibaba Corp., 234 Ga. App. 707 (1998)
Mack v. Nationwide Mut. Fire Ins. Co., 238 Ga. App. 149 (1999)
McBride v. Brown, 246 Ga. App. 149 (2000)
Trinh v. Yamaha Boat Co., 122 F. Supp. 2d 1364 (S. D. Ga. 2001)
Kyles v. E. Car Liners, Inc., 266 Ga. App. 784 (2004)
Griffis v. Branch Banking & Trust Co., 268 Ga. App. 588 (2004)
Bryan County Sch. Dist. v. M.W., 2007 U.S. Dist. LEXIS 52891 (S. D. Ga 2007)
Education
1995
Emory University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1992
Vanderbilt University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2016
2016 Georgia Superior Court Judges Summer Conference
Special Problems with Business Entities and Other Third Parties
2015
33rd Annual Family Law Institute
Special Problems with Business Entities and Other Third Parties
2013
Savannah Estate Planning Council Spring Seminar
Divorce Property Law and Estate Planning
2013
Nuts & Bolts of Family Law
Ethics and Professionalism in Family Law
2013
Nuts & Bolts of Family Law
Prenuptial Agreements in Georgia
2012
Nuts and Bolds of Family Law
How a Financial Valuator Helps Your Case
2012
Georgia State Bar Mid-year Meeting
Property Issues In Divorce
2012
30th Annual Family Law Institute
Uses for Skype
2010
28th Annual Family Law Institute
Equitable Division (Valuing Assets, Nonmarital Property Issues)
2008
Georgia Institute of Continuing Legal Education Nuts and Bolts of Family Law
Nuts and Bolts of Prenuptial Agreements
2008
26th Annual Family Law Institute
Dividing Personal Injury Settlement Proceeds in Divorce
Publications
2015
Institute of Continuing Legal Education (Georgia ICLE)
Special Problems with Business Entities and Other Third Parties
2013
Institute of Continuing Legal Education (Georgia ICLE)
Prenuptial Agreements in Georgia
2013
Institute of Continuing Legal Education (Georgia ICLE)
Ethics and Professionalism in Family Law
2012
Institute of Continuing Legal Education (ICLE Georgia)
How a Financial Valuator Helps Your CIase
2012
Institute of Continuing Legal Education (Georgia ICLE)
Uses for Skype
2012
Instutute of Continuing Legal Education (Georgia ICLE)
Property Issues In Divorce
2008
Institute of Continuing Legal Education (Georgia ICLE)
Dividing Personal Injury Settlement Proceeds in Divorce
2008
Institute of continuing Legal Education (Georgia ICLE
Nuts and Bolts of Prenuptial Agreements
Languages
Spanish
English
Activity
Legal Guides