Meet Your Lawyer, John Scott

Who is John Scott?

John Scott has been a practicing attorney for over 35 years. After graduating from Cal State Hayward in 1972 with a degree in business, he attended Golden Gate Law School in San Francisco. He graduated in 1979 with honors and was accepted into the California Bar in December. Shortly thereafter, the Court of Appeals appointed him as one of its first law clerks. He worked with several of its judges and wrote many of their opinions. A direct and forthright lawyer, John Scott pushes hard to win cases while still treating those on the other side with respect and dignity. John has always represented the underdog. John believes that without someone to stand up for those who have been wronged , that the world would be a much more unfair place. John Scott considers himself very fortunate to have as partners and associates some of the finest attorneys. All are of the highest integrity and provide outstanding representation of our clients before courts throughout the United States. Their continuing success is a source of pride for John Scott, Attorney at Law. For the past ten years, John Scott has served as the Chief Arbitrator for the Contra Costa Bar Association.

Practice Areas

With a comprehensive breadth of experience and a commitment to understanding the unique needs of each case, Attorney John Scott provides unparalleled legal service to his clients. He has represented many employees and small businesses across numerous industries. John handles cases involving federal and state laws and agencies, including employment discrimination, harassment and retaliation, family and medical leave, Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA), Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) minimum wage and overtime issues, and wage payment statute claims. Attorney Scott also has extensive experience in representing and defending businesses and professional individuals in cases involving business contracts, commercial transactions, intellectual property, real estate, construction claims or litigation, debt collection matters, commercial and residential leasing and licensing, corporate and corporate start-up, insurance, limited liability companies (LLCs), partnerships, and trade secrets.

Winning Cases for Clients

Over the years, John has represented many clients, including chefs and candle factory owners, all who have felt the powerful and positive impact of his work. The owner of a restaurant in Houston called John to ask for help. She owned a restaurant that was struggling in spite of all her hard work and effort. The closing cost of the business was quite extensive, and she felt it wasn’t fair. She knew she had to close down immediately but wasn’t familiar with the process. She told John she was at a breaking point. John assisted her through the closing until she had moved on and found a more suitable location for her business and her future. A candle factory in Houston also found itself in very similar circumstances. John was able to assist the owner of the factory in dissolving her business. They provided her the answers she was looking for, and explained what every detail of the process meant. The owner expressed his gratitude afterward saying, "I appreciated everything you did for me. I will refer you to anyone I come across if they need an attorney." He went on to explain that he felt as if his company will flourish even more in the future. Without the advice of John, the owner of the candle factory said can’t imagine how he would’ve managed everything else while also keeping track of the legal concerns. One of John’s clients explained why she no longer minds attending school full-time while working full-time. "It’s not overly stressful, and the workload is not too hectic. I’ve never worked pushed harder in my life, and I don’t mind the challenges I face as much anymore. That’s all thanks to your willingness to take your time a few years ago and educate me on all the possibilities I had." Attorneys have to be skilled, knowledgeable and experienced in order to best serve their clients. They can’t possibly imagine the future with the limited knowledge they have of the situation at hand. Luckily, John Scott does have what it takes. He has guided many through hard times with the utmost sincerity and consideration.

Public Involvement

Community involvement is an essential part of being an attorney, and John Scott understands the importance of giving back to the community and making a difference. John Scott has demonstrated a commitment to serving his community and helping those in need during his time practicing law. He has participated in many initiatives, providing pro bono work to help an ever-giving society of clients.
John Scott has been involved with the Rotary Club of Fort Lauderdale for an extended period of time, and he has served as chair of the Fort Lauderdale Beach Redevelopment Board . He has also served as an ex-officio member of the Fort Lauderdale Budget Advisory Board. Through these and other positions, John Scott has served and contributed to the community in meaningful ways.
John Scott’s community involvement reflects the belief that lawyers are not dutifully bound to their tasks of practicing law. Lawyers have a duty to their communities to make their world a better place and apply their legal knowledge to help others.

How to Find John Scott

To begin the process of engaging John Scott as your personal attorney and trusted adviser, you will first meet with him for an initial consultation. In this meeting, he can help you decide if he can be of service to you. Most initial meetings last between one to two hours, but he will not take a fee from you unless he agrees to represent you because, if you haven’t hired him yet, he is not yet your attorney .
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To arrange for an appointment for a consultation, you need to provide the above information via E-mail, Fax or Snail mail (see addresses below). Please remember that, until you retain Mr. Scott, unless otherwise directed by him, you should avoid contacting him at work.