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Scott A. Mac Leod has been an advocate, officer of the court, and attorney in the Maricopa County Justice System for over a combination of ten years. During this span, Scott has dedicated his professional life to ensuring the rights of the indigent, the disabled and clients who deserve another chance.
In 1997, Scott graduated from Arizona State University and was a member of the English National Honor Society. Shortly after graduation, Scott joined the Maricopa County Adult Probation Office where he was promoted to an Adult Probation Officer II. During his tenure with the Probation Department, Scott authored presentence reports to the Maricopa County Superior Court and supervised a caseload of over seventy adult felony offenders. While working as a full-time probation officer, Scott also worked on a master’s degree in Education in Criminal Justice with Northern Arizona University, which he completed in 2001.
With a deeply entrenched desire to help the community, Scott gained employment at the Maricopa County Public Defender’s Office as a mitigation specialist. While entrusted with providing written and oral reports to the Maricopa County Superior Court, Scott was once again promoted; in 2003 Scott began working as a Capital Case (death penalty) mitigation specialist. For over five years, Scott advocated on behalf of clients charged with crimes ranging from simple drug possession to first degree homicide. Similar to his time spent at the Probation Department, Scott furthered his educational desires by attending evening classes at the Phoenix School of Law (P.S.L.). In 2008, Scott graduated from P.S.L. Although his accomplishments in law school are numerous, it should be noted that Scott was the winner of the Phoenix School of Law’s 2007 school-wide, appellate competition and he was the first student in P.S.L.’s history to author and submit a brief to the Arizona Court of Appeals.
Scott’s involvement and enthusiasm for the law continued after his graduation.
While employed as a full-time associate attorney at a firm in the West Valley, Scott represented dozens of clients charged with crimes such as: DUI, Aggravated DUI, Burglary and a host of other felony charges. Scott is also licensed to practice in Federal Court and has counseled clients on the intricacies of filing Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcies. In addition, Scott has represented clients in family law proceedings and is well versed in family matters such as child support calculation and parenting time requirements. Scott’s accomplishments in court include, but are not limited to efficacious dismissal of criminal charges, successful Motions to Set Aside Judgment and mitigated sentencing decisions.
Since, 2009 Scott has worked as an assistant professor with the Apollo Group (the University of Phoenix and Western International University) by teaching “on-ground” classes in criminal justice and ethics. Recently, Scott was hired by the Gila River Indian Community to act as a hearing officer and preside over disputes between former employees and the Community.
Scott has been an Arizona resident for over thirty years and is well-established family man who currently resides in the East Valley.
Scott A. Mac Leod, M.Ed., J.D., Managing Attorney, AZ Office. AZ Bar: 028130. Admitted to practice law only in Arizona. Practice in other jurisdictions is limited to Federal law consistent with the rules of professional conduct of the jurisdiction.
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Bankruptcy and Debt
25%
17 years
Criminal Defense
25%
17 years
Family
25%
17 years
Lawsuits and Disputes
25%
16 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Arizona for 15 years
State: Arizona
Acquired: 2010
Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2019
Location
MacLeod Peterson, PLLC
4700 South Mill Avenue, Suite 5, Phoenix, AZ, 85282
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Practice Areas
Bankruptcy & Debt (7)
Child Support (5)
Family (5)
Child Custody (4)
Lawsuits & Disputes (4)
Debt Collection (3)
Debt Settlement (2)
Divorce & Separation (2)
Alimony (1)
Contracts & Agreements (1)
Criminal Defense (1)
Debt & Lending Agreements (1)
Expungement (1)
Litigation (1)
Native Peoples Law (1)
Real Estate (1)
What Clients Mention
Showing 1 - 2 of 2 reviews | Debt Settlement
Posted by anonymous | January 08, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Debt Settlement
Scott saved us $10,000
Last summer, Scott helped us with some big debts. We were afraid we could lose our home and get our wages garnished. But Scott convinced our creditors to get of our backs and settle for pennies. He and his firm were always ready to take a phone call. Thank you.
Posted by John | November 27, 2012 | Debt Settlement
Lender Negotiation
Scott handled the negotiation and settlement of a bank judgment for us. He was very persuasive with the lender and lender's attorney, and reached a very good settlement for us - much lower than we ever thought possible. I would recommend Scott and his firm without hesitation.
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Experience
Professional misconduct
This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2019.
Disbarment issued in AZ, 2019
updated on 06/19/2019Disbarment is the most serious penalty for a lawyer. If this attorney is currently practicing law, you should contact the Arizona State Bar to understand the reasons for disbarment.
Honors
2014
Honored Pro Bono Attorney - Financial Distress Clinic, Maricopa County Bar Association
2013
Avvo Top Contributor, Avvo
2012
Avvo Client's Choice, Avvo
2007
Appellate Competition Winner, Phoenix School of Law
2001
Distinguished M.Ed., Northern Arizona University
1995
English National Honors Society, Arizona State University
Work Experience
2014 - Present
Partner / Managing Attorney, MacLeod Peterson, PLLC
2012 - Present
Managing Attorney, MacLeod Law, LLC
2013 - 2015
Associate Attorney, Pew Law Center, PLLC
2011 - 2013
Attorney, Nielsen Law Group
2010 - 2011
Attorney, Price and Associates
2010 - 2013
Assistant Professor, Apollo Group (Univ of Phx and WIU)
2009 - 2009
Law Clerk, Maricopa County Public Defender’s Office (DUI and Vehicular Division)
2008 - 2008
Extern, Arizona Attorney General’s Office
2001 - 2007
Mitigation Expert and Death Penalty Mitigation Expert, Maricopa County Public Defenders Office
1998 - 2001
Maricopa County Adult Probation Officer II, Maricopa County Public Defender's Office
Associations
2014 - Present
State Bar of Arizona, Family Law SectionMember
2013 - Present
Community Legal Services (Arizona)Volunteer Attorney
2012 - Present
Channel 12 - Lawyers on CallAttorney
2010 - Present
University of Phoenix / Western International UniversityAssistant Professor
2010 - Present
Maricopa County Bar AssociationMember
Arizona Bar Association
Family Law Section
Arizona Bar Association
Bankruptcy Section member
Sample of Legal Cases
Pierce v Williams
Father received 50/50 parenting time. Exactly what he desired.
Martinsen v Cerasani
Opposing party's complaint dismissed; case settled
Morris v Morris
Our client got opposing party's petition dismissed
State v Headrick
Complete dismissal of all charges
State of Arizona v. Heather Weineke
Dimissed in favor of our client
Wilson v Wilson
Court found for our client and dismissed respondent's claims
Kestler v Nielsen
Client found not responsible for most of plaintiff's claim
Education
2008
Phoenix School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2001
Northern Arizona University
M.Ed.
1997
Arizona State University
B.A.
Speaking Engagements
2012
Private Group Event
Restoring Rights & Relief from Judgment
2011
Private Group Event
Criminal Defense
Publications
2015
Law Firm Blog
Law Firm Blog (macpetelawaz.com)
2015
What is a Chapter 7 Bankruptcy?
Macpetelaw Blog
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
If my ex husband hired a lawyer is there a timeframe I need to notified he is being represented?
19 Nov 2017
Q&A
Bankruptcy- I rent my residence from my parents, would a trustee potentially view my rent payment as a preferential transfer?
19 Nov 2017
Q&A
How do I know if my ex husband has a lawyer to represent him in our case?
15 Nov 2017
Legal Guides
Legal Guide
Bankruptcy is your right
24 Nov 2013
Video Legal Guide
DUI arrest and conviction - what can I expect?
24 Nov 2013
Legal Guide
Casey Anthony - she even deserved bankruptcy
24 Nov 2013