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Tara Leigh Scott
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Practice Areas
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Practice Areas
Criminal Defense
75%
10 years
Fees and Rates
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Payment Methods
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Licensed in New York for 25 years
State: New York
Acquired: 2000
Licensed in Florida for 28 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 1997
Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2007
Licensed in Washington for 25 years
State: Washington
Acquired: 2000
Location
Tara Leigh Scott, PA
200 SE 6th Street., Suite #102, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33301
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Tara Leigh Scott's Reviews
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Posted by Richard Theresa | August 25, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
The absolute best!
Tara is bar none the best attorney I have ever worked with. She is tenacious like a bull dog! I' not going to go into the specifics of my case, but I will say she gave me a great payment plan and when she concluded the case far quicker than all expectations she even cancelled the last payment owed! I...
Posted by Anthony Corrente | December 12, 2016
Very Knowledgeable and Responsive
Tara has been great with her timely responses and feedback. She exhibited great concern for myself and my situation. Her expertise was evident in all of her replies.
Posted by Brian | December 06, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Exceptional care and service
TLS did an exceptional job with both of my cases. Tara Scott's professionalism and quick responses allowed me to feel respected as a client and at ease that I was receiving well researched advice for the best outcome.
Posted by Cynthia | December 05, 2016 | Employment & Labor
Very knowledgeable and Professional
I used Ms. Scott's consulting services in regards to a company non-compete clause I had signed at my previous company. She was very knowledgeable about the laws pertaining to my issue and her response time was fantastic. I was able to make an informed decision due to the information she provided. ...
Posted by anonymous | December 05, 2016 | Hired Attorney
Honest, reliable and always smiling.
Attorney Tara Leigh Scott of integrity, Who has vast experience an exceptional knowledge of the law. Impeccable ethics and an unparalleled work ethic make her an outstanding attorney who is capable, meticulous, and diligent. she is a straight-talker who will not tell you what you want to hear, but wh...
Tara Leigh Scott's Lawyer Endorsements
"I have known Tara for many years and have seen her in criminal court many times. She is very knowledgeable, articulate, prepared and a fighter. She will go the extra mile for her clients. You cannot go wrong having Tara at your side. I highly endorse this lawyer."
"I do not know Tara Leigh Scott personally, I only know her from our interaction on AVVO, where we have answered many common questions. Whether my answers have followed hers or her answers have followed mine, I find myself in consistent agreement with her knowledge of the law and procedure, and I am even more impressed with her sympathy, understanding and wonderful "bedside manner". Thus, I am extremely comfortable in endorsing Tara Leigh Scott, should you find yourself in need of either a criminal or a family lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. I went to law school with Tara. She was an excellent student and I have had the privilege to work with her on some legal issues all these years later. Tara's background in criminal justice during her undergraduate studies is something that helps her shine as a criminal defense practitioner. I am a New York lawyer but I would recommend Tara to anyone with legal issues in Florida."
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Experience
Professional misconduct
This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2007.
Admonishment issued in FL, 2007
updated on 12/11/2016An admonition means an attorney did something wrong but may still practice law. The Bar gives the lawyer an admonition in hopes that he or she will not repeat the behavior.
Work Experience
2008 - Present
Attorney, Tara Leigh Scott, P.A.
2005 - 2008
Associate, Milchman & Associates
2003 - 2005
Attorney, Entin & Della Fera
2000 - 2002
Attorney, Mase & Gassenheimer, PA
Associations
2015 - Present
Florida Bar, Criminal Law Section
2000 - Present
New York State Bar Association
1997 - Present
Florda Bar Association
2000 - 2010
Washington State Bar Association
Education
1997
University of Miami School of Law
1995
University College London
Study Abroad
1994
St John's University
BS - Bachelor of Science
1993
Technical University of Budapest
International Relations (Minor)
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
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Q&A
How do I handle this warrant ?
01 Mar 2021
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If I posted someones bail, and he violated probation, am I responsible for anything?
28 Feb 2021
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If you take a picture with a gun can you vioate probation
10 Dec 2016