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Paul Scott
About Paul
Biography
I am a licensed attorney in the state of Michigan, who practices criminal and family law in Genesee County and Metro Detroit. I am an experienced attorney that consistently wins favorable outcomes for clients across southeast and mid-Michigan.
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Child Custody
20%
14 years | 100 cases
Criminal Defense
20%
14 years | 200 cases
Divorce and Separation
20%
14 years | 100 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Michigan for 13 years
State: Michigan
Acquired: 2012
No misconduct found
Location
Law Offices of Paul Scott
8445 S Saginaw St, Suite 300, Grand Blanc, MI, 48439
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Case Results (26)
Advocacy (23)
Recommendation (20)
Professionalism (18)
Responsiveness (17)
Practice Area Knowledge (14)
Character & Conduct (11)
Communication Style (11)
General Knowledge (8)
Compassion (7)
Staff & Support (7)
Trustworthiness (6)
Cost of Services (3)
Punctuality (2)
Free Consultations (1)
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Posted by Chris | October 04, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Highly Recommended
Attorney Scott did a great job with my case. He was extremely knowledgeable about the law and patiently answered all of my questions. A settlement was reached and I was very happy with the results. I would recommend this lawyer to anyone going through a divorce or issues related to it.
Posted by Jen | October 03, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
Jen
Attorney Paul Scott was very thorough and aggressive with my case. Helped me through the most stressful time in my life, in a custody battle. Explained everything to me throughout the process and always responded in a timely manner with any question I had. I would highly recommend him as an attorne...
Posted by anonymous | August 24, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Family
In it for money
I used this lawyer. He was very argumentative. He wants things to drag out as long as possible to get the most pay. A court hearing that should have been dismissed got dragged out for 7 months, only to have come to same agreement we had prior to court. He told me ex would pay for lawyer fees. He rac...
Posted by Matt | November 17, 2016 | Criminal Defense
The Best Choice!
I have known Paul for many years. During this time, I have consulted him on many legal matters. He is always Prompt, Professional, and has always given me the best advice. When it comes to practicing law, he is the Bobby Fischer equivalent at dismantling and defeating any and all of his opposition. I...
Posted by Adam | November 16, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
Client
I was having problems with my sons mother as far as taking my rights away, so i contacted paul scott and he gave me a free consultation.....he worked very hard to get me 50/50 custody of my son...very happy with the results paul scott got me..... Thank you paul
Paul Scott's Lawyer Endorsements
"I can tell you that Paul is well respected in the legal community. He is as prepared as anyone and has experience and education to match. He fights hard for his client's interests, but has relationships that can allow for cases to be resolved favorably."
Suellen Parker
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John Tosto
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Julie Griffiths
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Frank Manley
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Matthew Norwood
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Experience
Work Experience
2012 - Present
Attorney, Paul Scott Attorney at Law
2012 - 2014
Legislative Manager, StudentsFirst
2011 - 2011
Chairman of Standing Committee on Education, The House of Representatives
2009 - 2011
State Representative, The House of Representatives
Associations
2016 - Present
Grand Blanc Schools - Superintendent Advisory CommitteeMember
2016 - Present
Perry Center Kindergarten - Parent Teacher OrganizationMember
2014 - Present
Genesee County Bar AssociationMember
2012 - Present
State Bar of MichiganMember
Sample of Legal Cases
OWI - High BAC
Successfully negotiated with prosecution for reduce chair of impaired driving to maintain client license, avoid jail time and keep court fines under $1,000.
Divorce with children
Secured joint custody and 50-50 parenting time for client. Also won the client child support and a significant financial settlement from the marital estate.
OWI 3 - Felony
Successfully negotiated with prosecution to reduce charge to a misdemeanor upon completion of sobriety court. Client avoided certain jail and sentencing has a habitual offender felon.
Custody - Father
Client (father) was in court in two weeks. Won a temporary order of 50-50 parenting time where Mom was paying child support. Became the order at final trial.
Education
2009
University of Michigan Law School
JD - Juris Doctor
2005
Harvard University
MA - Masters
2003
University of Michigan, Ann Arbor
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers