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Scot R. Courtney
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Biography
Board Certified in Criminal Law with over 20 years experience of Criminal Defense work appearing in over 34 Texas Counties in over 100 criminal trials, as well as practice in the Federal District Courts of Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Florida and Califonia.
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Licensed in Texas for 31 years
State: Texas
Acquired: 1994
No misconduct found
Location
Law Offices of Scot R. Courtney
Po Box 787, San Marcos, TX, 78667-0787
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Posted by Tee | February 23, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Excellent and Professional
Scot has been diligent, honest and punctual throughout my whole case. He has gotten me the best outcome so far and continues to work effortlessly. I have no doubt , his skill and expertise will prevail.
Posted by Chad | May 23, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Very Professional
Scot is a very well educated and very professional lawyer. I used him for a case that was eventually dismissed last year. I at all times felt that he would get the best outcome and felt he always had my best interest in mind. I would recommend his service to anyone in need.
Posted by Rhonda | March 27, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Great Attoryney
We never had to worry about anything with Scot. We could fully trust that he would get my son the best outcome in the cases he handled for him. Whenever I had a question or didn't understand something, Scot was always quick to get back to my emails or phone calls. I had heard he was a good crimina...
Posted by anonymous | October 03, 2014 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Best attorney ever
I have had lawyers in the past and Scott surpassed them all. He will keep you very informed throughout the entire ordeal. He is always accessible by phone and will meet pretty much anywhere. His demeanor is extremely professional both in and out of the courtroom. He examined all the details of my cas...
Posted by John | March 24, 2013 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Scot
Scot has worked on several of my cases and each time has done an excellent job. He gets things done quickly and with his clients best interests in mind.
Scot R. Courtney's Lawyer Endorsements
"Scot Courtney is an incredible advocate for his clients. Recently our office referred two separate clients to him -both of which he took to trial. One resulted in a not guilty verdict from the jury and the second resulted in a dismissal before trial. I appreciate the way he communicates with his clients and his colleagues and his professionalism is top notch."
"Scot Courtney is one of the most tenacious lawyers I have ever met. Absolutely no fear. I once heard a prosecutor say there were two lawyers he "could not stand" having a case against. Scot's was the first name he mentioned. That should tell you something about the quality of representation he brings to the table."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Scot for many years, and I have seen him get great results for his clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. He's one of the best in the business."
Jennifer Dillingham
Criminal defense lawyer
K. D. Fine
Family lawyer
Jerald Graber
Criminal defense lawyer
Experience
Honors
2010
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2004
Top Lawyers of Houston, H Texas Magazine
Work Experience
2004 - Present
Attorney, Law Office of Scot Courtney
2002 - 2004
Partner, Scardino, Courtney & Fazel
1994 - 2002
Partner, Scardino & Courtney
Associations
2007 - Present
Texas Board of Legal SpecializationAttorney Member
2004 - Present
Texas Municipal Police AssociationCounsel
1994 - Present
Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association
1991 - Present
Phi Delta Phi legal fraternityMember
Education
1994
Thurgood Marshall School of Law
Doctor of Jurisprudence/Juris Doctor (J.D.)
1990
Texas State University-San Marcos
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2010
Fraternal Organization
Basic Criminal Law
2009
Senior Class Presentation
Basic Criminal Law
2008
Texas Book Festival
Student Body of Law
Publications
2016
Berkeley Place Books, an imprint of Great Texas Line Press
Legal Street Smarts (Texas Edition): How to Graduate with a Clean Record, Avoid Evictions, Arrests & Worse.
2007
Palari Publishing
Student Body of Law-Everything the College Student in Texas Needs to Know
1994
Thurgood Marshall Law Review
Hate Crime Statutes-R.A.V. and it's Fallout
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My son has two charges POSS CS PG 2-A <= 2OZ and POSS MARIJ <2OZ. What can we expect in court? Do we need a lawyer?
03 Mar 2015
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Is it illegal to go into someone else's safe?
19 Jan 2015
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Convicted of DUI in Texas. Refused to blow (experts advice regardless). Had 4 beers in 6 hours) Should I fight or defermation
29 Oct 2014