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Scott Erik Edgett
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Biography
Backed by a proven record of success and award-winning counsel, Scott Erik Edgett is a dedicated criminal defense lawyer serving Plano and Dallas, Texas.
He has been advocating for clients since 2010 and is well-versed in the laws and statutes surrounding criminal matters. Attorney Edgett was selected for the 2015 Avvo Clients’ Choice award for Criminal Defense, and has been included in the National Trial Lawyers – Top 100 Trial Lawyers.
With his aggressive legal skills and effective strategies, clients can be confident in his ability to protect their names. Attorney Edgett always goes above and beyond to safeguard his clients’ futures. He knows how damaging criminal charges can be, which is why he fights for the best possible outcome. Get his counsel on your side.
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Licensed in Texas for 17 years
State: Texas
Acquired: 2008
Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2018
Licensed in Florida for 23 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 2002
Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2019
Location
Law Offices of Scott Edgett
101 East Park Boulevard, Suite 600, Plano, TX, 75074
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Scott Erik Edgett's Reviews
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Practice Areas
Criminal Defense (40)
Lawsuits & Disputes (17)
Expungement (5)
Drug Crime (4)
DUI & DWI (3)
Child Abuse (1)
Child Custody (1)
Debt & Lending Agreements (1)
Debt Collection (1)
Debt Settlement (1)
Divorce & Separation (1)
Domestic Violence (1)
Gun Law (1)
Insurance (1)
Juvenile (1)
Litigation (1)
Sex Crime (1)
Speeding & Traffic Ticket (1)
What Clients Mention
Case Results (57)
Advocacy (40)
Recommendation (31)
Professionalism (14)
Responsiveness (13)
Character & Conduct (12)
General Knowledge (12)
Communication Style (11)
Compassion (11)
Practice Area Knowledge (11)
Trustworthiness (11)
Cost of Services (10)
Staff & Support (7)
Payment Plans (4)
Punctuality (1)
Showing 1 - 1 of 1 review | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
Posted by anonymous | March 19, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
Both Tickets Gone - Thanks Scott
I was pulled over for 'riding to close'. I follow the traffic laws the best I can, but the above was one I never heard about nor any intention to cause troubles. The main deal, was the latter is nothing more to check you registration, insurance with many more opportunities to generate city revenue . ...
Scott Erik Edgett's Lawyer Endorsements
"Mr. Edgett is a great attorney. I have worked with him on many cases and I truly do endorse this lawyer."
"Mr. Edgett is a top notch criminal defense attorney with an exceptional reputation for zealously advocating his clients rights. He tirelessly represents his client's interests, is thorough in his investigations and intelligently pugnacious in court."
"Scott is an excellent attorney. His knowledge of the law is exceptional, and he is a tenacious advocate for his clients in the courtroom. I strongly endorse this lawyer."
"Really great defense attorney. I endorse him."
"Mr. Edgett is a hard working, effective attorney. I endorse him 100%."
"I endorse this lawyer. Scott is one of the most sincere lawyer I have ever had the privilege of knowing. He is kind and gentle, but when he is in the court room, he fights like a bear. Love him."
"Scott is highly respected among his peers, having firmly established himself as an excellent lawyer in the field of criminal defense. He cares for his clients and is a skilled and zealous advocate in the court room. Scott is a true student of law and routinely continues his education to become the best advocate for his clients. I strongly endorse this lawyer."
"I first got to know Scott by attending seminars aimed at Gerry Spence techniques of not only doing your best for your clients but understanding their circumstances on a more personal level to be able to relate better to juries. Scott really cares about working hard for his clients and battling in the courtroom. I am proud to call Scott a friend and very good attorney."
"I absolutely endorse this lawyer. Scott is a talented and tenacious advocate. He treats all of his clients with dignity and respect. He is a true asset to the legal community."
"I endorse Scott Edgett wholeheartedly. I see Scott regularly practicing in the courts of Collin, Denton and Dallas Counties. He is sharp, thorough, always prepared and a very zealous advocate for his clients."
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Experience
Professional misconduct
This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2019.
Public Reprimand issued in FL, 2019
updated on 10/14/2019Public reprimand means the attorney did something wrong but may still practice law. The Bar warns the lawyer in hopes that he or she will not repeat the behavior. Details of the infraction are made part of the public record.
Public Reprimand issued in TX, 2018
updated on 03/15/2019Public 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
2015
Top 100 Trial Attorney, National Trial Lawyers
Work Experience
2010 - 2015
Attorney, The Edgett Law Firm, P.C.
2008 - 2010
Attorney, Humphreys & Peterson Law Firm, PLLC
2003 - 2008
Attorney, Law Offices of Scott E. Edgett
2000 - 2000
Law Clerk, 17th Judicial Circuit Of Florida - Honorable Patti Englander Henning
2000 - 2003
Associate, Law Offices of Reed Stewart Tolber
Associations
2014 - Present
National College of DUI Defense
2013 - Present
National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
2012 - Present
Denton County Criminal Defense Lawyers Association
2010 - Present
Collin County Criminal Defense Lawyers Association
2009 - Present
Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association
Sample of Legal Cases
Assault - Class A Misdemeanor (NOT GUILTY)
Not Guilty at Trial
Education
2001
Nova Southeastern University - Shepard Broad Law Center
2001
Nova Southeastern University - Shepard Broad Law Center
Doctor of Jurisprudence/Juris Doctor
Speaking Engagements
2014
Gerry Spence Trial Lawyers College
Opening Statements Demonstration
2013
Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association
Sexual Assault
2013
Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association
Cross Examination of DWI Arresting Officer
2012
Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association
Voir Dire
Publications
2014
TCDLA
Systemic Denial of Due Process in Forfeiture Proceedings
2014
NACDL
You Win Your Case in Voir Dire
2012
TCDLA
Cross Examination of Child Witnesses
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
If I win at the ALR hearing for no reasonable cause to stop me, will they still go ahead and charge me with DUI?
08 Apr 2015
Q&A
Pulled over and arrested for DWI in Carrollton, Tx.
08 Apr 2015