David Lee Scott

David Lee Scott

also known as The Law Office of David L. Scott

5.0
Rating: 9.7

Licensed for 29 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Murfreesboro, TN
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Family, Criminal Defense

722 South Church Street, Murfreesboro, TN

About David

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 70%

Contested and uncontested divorces including custody, child support, property division and other divorce and post-divorce issues.

29 years

70%
Family 20%

Paternity, Adoption, Custody, Visitation and Child Support. Rule 31 Listed General Civil/Family Mediator.

29 years

20%
Criminal Defense 10%

Felonies, Misdemeanors, DUI, and Domestic Assault.

29 years

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Tennessee for 29 years

State: Tennessee

Acquired: 1996

Active

No misconduct found

Location

The Law Office of David L. Scott

722 South Church Street, Murfreesboro, TN, 37130

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David Lee Scott's Reviews

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10 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | April 18, 2022 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Exceeded expectations

I was nervous and unsure when I first talked to David Scott. He gave me undivided attention, listened to my concerns, and answered my questions. David was confident and honest. He was prepared for anything during the hearing and was clearly experienced in the court room. He is the only lawyer I w...ill ever use.

Posted by anonymous | April 13, 2022 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Brilliant, big-brained attorney

I have never second-guessed my decision to work with David Scott for my high-conflict divorce. He is remarkably professional and incredibly well-informed. He always gets back to me promptly and answers all of my questions thoroughly and respectfully. I am relieved that I found an attorney with who...m I feel safe and supported during this time of upheaval.

Posted by anonymous | January 31, 2020 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Amazing

Very detailed and was always a phone call away I never felt alone in this process!!!

Posted by anonymous | November 10, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Exceptional Attorney

David was my attorney during my divorce. He was knowledgeable, straightforward, and honest about what to expect. He answered my many questions. I always felt like he was doing everything in his power to help me and my children and had our best interests at heart. He was kind during a very tumultuous ...time. I would 100% highly recommend him.

Posted by anonymous | January 7, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

100 percent recommend!!

David represented us in a child custody case . the case was highly contested and lengthy. David was tireless in working to achieve the goals we wanted, he was professional, well prepared and effective without being abrasive to the people we were in court against. We were very happy with his results a...nd would 100 percent recommend him!!!

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David Lee Scott's Lawyer Endorsements

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Barbara Penland-LaFevers

Family lawyer | Jan 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have had the privilege and pleasure of knowing David Scott for many years. I first met David while clerking for Chancellor Robert Corlew, III. I made sure to take my legal pad and pen into the courtroom when David was on the docket because I was sure to learn how to practice law! David is thorough, organized and extremely knowledgeable as to statutes and case law. Additionally, David is a fantastic mediator, colleague and friend."

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Christopher Coats

Family lawyer | Jun 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. He is very knowledgeable and talented. He conducts himself in a professional matter and with concern for his clients. David is very easy to talk with."

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse David. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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R. Blaylock-Howser

Divorce and separation lawyer | Nov 19

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Mr. Scott and I have worked on several cases and I have found him to be competent and fair. He represents his client's position zealously without being rude or antagonistic. He comes with great recommendation."

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John Drake

Family lawyer | Nov 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"David Scott is a very professional, hard-working, zealous advocate for his clients. David retains a professional perspective at all times. I am always impressed with David Scott's performance in the court room."

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Christopher Coats

General practice lawyer

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Ronald Wilson

Criminal defense lawyer

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Kimpi Kendrick

Family lawyer

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John Drake

Divorce and separation lawyer

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James Widrig

Divorce and separation lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.7 (Superb)

Honors

2020

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2019

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2018

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2017

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2016

AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2014

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

1996 - Present

Owner, The Law Office of David L. Scott

1996 - 1999

Counsel, D&D Oil Company, Inc.

Associations

2015 - Present

Nashville Bar Association

Member

2014 - Present

Murfreesboro Downtown Barristers Lions Club

Member

1999 - Present

Rutherford Cannon County Bar Association

Member

2013 - 2014

Rutherford Cannon County Bar Association

President

Sample of Legal Cases

Melinda Long v. Lionel Long, 2015 Tenn. App. LEXIS 993 (Tenn. Ct. App.)

Reversed in part, Vacated in part and Remanded

In Re Christopher L.B., No. M2012-00911-COA-R3-PT (Tenn. Ct. App. 2012)

No reversible error in the termination of Mother's parental rights.

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Education

1996

Nashville School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1991

Middle Tennessee State University

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2016

2014

Rutherford County Bar Association Preparing Your Client for Mediation

2011

Lunch and Learn

Adoption Overview

Languages

English

Activity

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