About Scott
Biography
Scott Kennedy is an attorney admitted to practice law in New York state and the United States District Courts for the Eastern and the Southern Districts of New York.
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
6 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Never
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in New York for 6 years
State: New York
Acquired: 2020
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Scott Kennedy's Reviews
Avvo Review Score
14 Client Reviews
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Posted by Hannah | September 22, 2024 | Hired Attorney
Excellent Attorney
My family and I thank God for sending Mr Scott Kennedy to assist us. I was going through a tough housing situation for 9 years. Mr Kennedy was able to help my family and I, move in a reasonable time frame . Also Scott was very honest, genuine and affordable. I’d hire him again. I wish Scott the be...
Scott Kennedy's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. He is highly knowledgeable in his practice area."
"Scott is very knowledgeable in employment and labor law. He has previously worked at a very esteemed firm as an associate, and has now begun developing a reputation as a very competent practitioner. I endorse him wholeheartedly."
"Scott is an intelligent and highly competent attorney, who also increases the level of integrity in the legal profession. I highly recommend this lawyer knowing all of his clients are heard and well cared for."
Personal injury lawyer
Speeding and traffic ticket lawyer
Divorce and separation lawyer
Experience
Honors
2026
Top 40 Under 40, National Black Lawyers
2024
Client's Choice, Avvo
2024
Top Contributor, Avvo
2024
Pro Bono Publico Award, Legal Aid Society
2023
Top 40 Under 40, The National Black Lawyers Association
Work Experience
2024 - Present
Principal, Scott Kennedy Legal, LLC
2020 - 2020
Pro Bono Scholar, Housing Conservation Coordinators
2020 - 2026
Associate, Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP
2018 - 2019
Summer Associate, Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP
2015 - 2017
Paralegal, Youth Represent
Associations
2024 - Present
Youth Represent, Inc.Advisory Council
2025 - 2026
New York City Bar AssociationCo-chair, Committee on Recruitment and Retention of Lawyers
2024 - 2027
National Employment Lawyers AssociationMember
2024 - 2027
National Employment Lawyers Association (New York chapter)Member
2024 - 2025
Sorensen Center for International Peace and JusticeJunior Advisory Board Member
2022 - 2027
National Black LawyersMember (Top 40 Under 40 - New York)
2018 - 2026
New York City Bar AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Settlement ($2,000,000.00)
Settlement ($12,000,000.00)
Education
2020
JD - Juris Doctor
2015
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2021
2021
Publications
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Will I be able to sue my former bank and the city of Auburn for damages?
28 Jun 2026
How can I sur and protect myselg
27 Jun 2026
What are my legal options?
20 Jun 2026