Scott Douglas Marquardt

Scott Douglas Marquardt

3.9
Rating: 1.0

Licensed for 29 years

Family Lawyer at McKinney, TX
Practice Areas: Family, Criminal Defense, Business

207 E Lamar, McKinney, TX

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2019
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About Scott

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Family 50%

15 years | 20 cases

50%
Criminal Defense 40%

21 years | 120 cases

40%
Business 10%

29 years | 40 cases

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 300-300 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Texas for 29 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 1996

Not Eligible to Practice - Discipline

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2019

Location

The Law Office of Scott Marquardt

207 E Lamar, McKinney, TX, 75069

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Scott Douglas Marquardt's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

3.9 /5.0

14 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 4 of 4 reviews | Communication Style

Posted by Carrie | January 22, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Child Support

Took my money and did nothing

I worked so hard on my own to navigate the child support system and fought on my own until it became clear I needed help. He took my money, did nothing, and let the warrant lapse. He repeatedly told me he would call me back and never did. He repeatedly made it sound like he knew what he was doing som...ething, but from what I can tell he did nothing. I’m out so much money, the custody was never handled, the warrant and case dropped, and now I have to start all over. Still no return call from him.

Posted by Tiffany | January 13, 2015 | Divorce & Separation

Ex Cient NOT Happy

Scott was really sincere at the beginning. I had to pay my retainer fee upfront $3300 that was going 3 different places to borrow money so he would represent me. Went to court for temp orders for my child didn't go well.. We left there him saying I hate to loose lets get together with your family and... get some plans going and do your inventory at home. Talked a few times that was in July.. told me several times I have talked to your ex's attorney blah blah, I'm gonna do this and go here and check on HIS business blah blah... did NOTHING! THEY NEVER HEARD FROM HIM LIKE HE WAS TELLING ME. My husband told my best friend we had a court date is how I knew about it for temporary orders til divorce trial. He didn't show and I didn't cause I knew nothing about it so my name was signed electronically. Still til this day 1/12/15 after leaving voicemail, text and messages with receptionist, email and a sent letter after reporting him to the Board haven't heard. I told him he owed me a refund of something since it shows only $326 on our case online.. NOT HAPPY AT ALL!!! Would not refer him to my worse enemy IF I had one...

Posted by Tiffany | December 04, 2014 | Divorce & Separation

So grateful

I have to admit I was a complete wreck during my divorce and Mr. Marquardt was amazing. Whenever I reached out to him day or night he was there for me, answering the million questions I had and calming me down whenever I got upset. The outcome was the outcome, I mean it's divorce after all, but i...t really made a difference that he was genuinely concerned for me and acted in the best interest of my family. If you want an attorney that really cares about his clients, call Mr. Marquardt, you won't be disappointed.

Posted by anonymous | December 17, 2013 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Be VERY careful

The day I paid Scott his full dues, he disappeared BEFORE completing my case, and is nowhere to be found to this day (been 8 months). I had to hire another lawyer to tend to my legal case. When I called Scott the very first time he was very friendly and responsive and as soon as the contract was s...igned he started to ignore my calls, emails, and voicemails. The only time he would contact me would be the night before the court dates and show up to the court with no prep work. Be very cautious about this person.

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Scott Douglas Marquardt's Lawyer Endorsements

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Macy Jaggers

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Marquardt is a compassionate, hard-working attorney. He is also an excellent trial lawyer. I have personally referred cases to him and would not hesitate to do so again."

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William Housley

Family lawyer | Jan 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Tough, talented and thorough litigator."

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Kelly Crowson

Unknown lawyer | Dec 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Hovanes Margarian

Unknown lawyer | Nov 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Suzanne Stevens

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Gary Churak

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Marquardt is well versed in criminal law and procedure"

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

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

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Heather Barbieri

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Deandra Grant

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Scott is an excellent attorney. He and I have collaborated on some cases and I've found him to be sharp, aggressive and not afraid to hit the State's case head on in defense of his clients."

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Lisa Douglas

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Gregg Stark

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Christian Lassen

Unknown lawyer | Jan 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Top-notch attorney. Highly recommended."

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Jeremy Ballew

Family lawyer | Sep 07

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Scott is an exceptional attorney. He has a detailed grasp of the law, but unlike many attorneys, he is compassionate about is work and has genuine empathy for his clients. When I have a question about the law, Scott never hesitates to share his knowledge."

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Clark Birdsall

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Matthew Gallagher

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Kelly Crowson

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Macy Jaggers

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Experience

Rating:  1.0 (Extreme Caution)

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2019.

Disbarment issued in TX, 2019

updated on 01/24/2020

This is the most serious penalty for a lawyer. If this attorney is currently practicing law, you should contact the Texas State Bar to understand the reasons for this disbarment.

Disbarment issued in TX, 2019

updated on 01/24/2020

This is the most serious penalty for a lawyer. If this attorney is currently practicing law, you should contact the Texas State Bar to understand the reasons for this disbarment.

Fully Probated Suspension issued in TX, 2015

updated on 02/15/2016

Fully probated suspension means an attorney is technically suspended but may still practice law. The State monitors the lawyer's activities during the suspension to make sure that he or she does not repeat the behavior.

Public Reprimand issued in TX, 2015

updated on 02/15/2016

Public reprimand means an attorney did something wrong but may still practice law. The State gives the lawyer a public reprimand in hopes that he or she will not repeat the behavior. Details of the infraction are made part of the public record.

Honors

1996

President's Award, Tulane University

Work Experience

2011 - Present

Attorney, Law Office of Scott Marquardt

2004 - 2011

COO, Privately Held Business

2002 - 2004

Attorney, Miller & McCarthy

2000 - 2002

Attorney, Dehay & Ellison, LLP

1996 - 2000

Associate General Counsel, Privately Held Business

Associations

2011 - Present

Dallas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

2011 - Present

Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

Sample of Legal Cases

State v. Bagley

Not Guilty

State v. Ayers

Deferred Adjudication and dismissal of Misdemeanors

Fontana v. Fontana

Favorable for client

State v. Bonham

Released from Probation 1 year early - Case Dismissed

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Education

1996

Tulane University

Speaking Engagements

2015

May Luncheon Speakers Series

Mechanics of Divorce

2011

American Bar Association

Understanding the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act

2010

SPBA Fall 2010 Conference

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act of 2010

Publications

2009

American Bar Association publication Mediation, Subrogation and Provider Contracts

Languages

English

French

Activity

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