Scott Rockwell Carpenter

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Scott Rockwell Carpenter

5.0
Rating: 8.9

Licensed for 36 years

Real estate Lawyer at Newport Beach, CA
Practice Areas: Real Estate, Business, Litigation ... +7 more

2424 S. E. Bristol Street, Suite 300, Newport Beach, CA

Virtual Consultation Available

About Scott

Biography

Practice Areas

10

Practice Areas

Business 11%

11%
Construction and Development 11%

11%
Defective and Dangerous Products 11%

11%
Employment and Labor 11%

11%
Lawsuits and Disputes 11%

11%
Litigation 11%

11%
Mediation 11%

11%
Probate 11%

11%
Real Estate 11%

11%
Other 1%

1%

Fees and Rates

We have not found any cost information for this lawyer

Awards

AV Preeminent Peer Review Rating
Top Contributor
Top Contributor
2020 2019 2018

Licenses

Licensed in California for 36 years

State: California

Acquired: 1989

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Cummins & White, LLP

2424 S. E. Bristol Street, Suite 300, Newport Beach, CA, 92660

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Cummins & White, LLP

2424 S.E. Bristol Street, Suite 300, Newport Beach, CA, 92660

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Scott Rockwell Carpenter's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

5 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | March 6, 2020 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

fence

I had an issue with a fence with my neighbor. I wasn't sure if I was required to pay for halt the fence. He was to help me get the answers. Thank you!

Scott Carpenter

Replied last March 9, 2020

Thank you. Glad I was helpful.

Posted by anonymous | September 26, 2019 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

Senior Analyst

Mr. Carpenter took time to answer my questions. From his answers, not only he was very professional but very kind and compassionate. Just based on his answers, his approach is try to mitigate the situation to avoid litigation cost.

Scott Carpenter

Replied last September 27, 2019

Thanks. I enjoy helping and I appreciate the response.

Posted by Devon | April 30, 2019 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

Great guy and even better Lawyer!

Scott was the only one that actually stepped up and took the time to help me when everyone else just looked the other way. He has a passion for the work he does and it shows with the results he gets. I would recommend him to family and friends alike. And even if he cannot help you he will listen to y...ou and he will do his best to point you in the right direction, unlike other lawyers that just say they can't help and good luck he goes the extra mile, above and beyond what everyone else does. I just wish there were more Scott Rockwell Carpenters out there because the world would be a better place. Thanks again for everything!

Scott Carpenter

Replied last May 1, 2019

Thank you. Glad to do what I can.

Posted by anonymous | April 23, 2019 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

Excellent advise

Mr. Rockwell was very generous of his time and assisted me with answers I desperately needed it. I highly recommend him!

Scott Carpenter

Replied last April 23, 2019

Thanks. Happy to help.

Posted by Ella | December 19, 2018 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

Clear and Concise

I received a very quick reply to my posted question. I had been searching for help with a unique unlawful detainer and how to answer. He understood my question and gave me information that was easy to understand and clear on my options.

Scott Carpenter

Replied last December 21, 2018

Thanks.

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Scott Rockwell Carpenter's Lawyer Endorsements

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Robin Mashal

Litigation lawyer | Jan 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Carpenter has made a substantial number of contributions on avvo.com. I have read several of his contributions and have found them to be thoughtful, informative and practical."

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Joseph Klatt

Litigation lawyer | Aug 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Carpenter is a colleague of mine on Avvo. Without fail his reasoning and responses are knowledgeable, articulate, and--more importantly--right. He is a great resource here, and exactly the type of smart lawyer a smart client should look for."

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Patricia Rodriguez

Real estate lawyer | Apr 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Very knowledgeable answers on AVVO. Keen sense and understanding of how to articulate his answers in a concise and clear manner. Highly recommended."

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Michael Doland

Litigation lawyer | Apr 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"The Avvo answers of Mr. Carpenter are exceptional and customized to the needs of the Avvo askers. This, an obvious pragmatic approach and vast experience place him on the list of attorneys every (qualified) client should interview and then retain."

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Anthony Dispoto

Litigation lawyer | Jul 10

Relationship: Co-worker

"Scott is very reputable and knowledgeable in the field of business litigation. I have consulted with Scott on several matters and his input has led my clients to greater success. I endorse this lawyer."

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Joseph Klatt

Litigation lawyer

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Michael Doland

Business lawyer

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Neil Pedersen

Employment and labor lawyer

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Anthony Dispoto

Real estate lawyer

Experience

Rating:  8.9 (Excellent)

Honors

2019

Top Contributor, Avvo

2000

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

1985

Post Graduate Scholarship Award, NCAA

1984

Academic All-American, CoSida

N/A

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

2015 - Present

Partner, Cummins & White, LLP

1900 - Present

Partner, Cummins & White, LLP

1989 - 2015

Partner, Palmieri Tyler Weiner Wilhelm & Waldron, LLP

Associations

American Bar Association

Member

Orange County Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Trustee 2 v. Trust Beneficiary 2

Order in favor of beneficiary client denying confiscation and eviction.

Trust Beneficiary 1 v. Trustee 1

Order for removal, accounting, surcharge and substantial damages after a 30 day trial.

Hotel Guest v. Major Hotel Chain

Plaintiff verdict, with substantial damages resulting in a post-trial settlement.

US Food Importer v. European Food Supplier

Complete victory for plaintiff in liability phase trial resulting in defendant payment the debt.

Homeowners v. Real Estate Developer

Won complete defense verdict and award of 100% of attorneys fees for defendant.

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Education

1989

University of California at Los Angeles School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1985

Stanford University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

1997

Business Ethics Seminar

Business Ethics

Languages

English

German

Activity

Top Contributor

Scott earned significant contribution points in 2020.

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