Atty. W. Stuart Scott

Atty. W. Stuart Scott

W. Stuart Scott is a lawyer practicing family law, workers compensation, transportation and 9 other areas of law.

Nashville Nashville 38 yrs experience 38 year
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Profile Summary

About W. Stuart Scott at a glance

W. Stuart Scott is a Member based in Nashville, Tennessee, practicing at Dickinson Wright PLLC. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Their practice focuses on personal injury, family law, employment, business, and workers comp. Admitted to practice in Tennessee (1988) and U.S. District Court, Middle District of Tennessee (1989). Educated at University of Tennessee (J.D., 1988) and Vanderbilt University (B.A., 1984). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Law Office Technology/Management Section, Litigation Section, TBA Members. Serands clients in Nashville, TN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • W. Stuart Scott is a lawyer practicing family law, workers compensation, transportation and 9 other areas of law
  • W. Stuart received a B.A. degree from Vanderbilt University in 1984, and has been licensed for 38 years
  • W. Stuart practices at Dickinson Wright PLLC in Nashville, TN

Practice Areas Explained

W. Stuart Scott's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases W. Stuart Scott handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

W. Stuart Scott is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Tennessee →

Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

W. Stuart Scott is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Tennessee →

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

W. Stuart Scott is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Tennessee →

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

W. Stuart Scott is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Tennessee →

Workers Compensation

Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

W. Stuart Scott is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Tennessee →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Tennessee

Practicing law in Tennessee. Legal matters in Tennessee are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Nashville are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Tennessee state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Tennessee brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Tennessee courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about W. Stuart Scott

Where is W. Stuart Scott's law office located?
W. Stuart Scott's law practice is located in Nashville, Tennessee. The firm is Dickinson Wright PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does W. Stuart Scott handle?
W. Stuart Scott focuses on personal injury, family law, employment, business, workers comp. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Tennessee.
How long has W. Stuart Scott practiced law?
W. Stuart Scott has 38+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1988.
Where did W. Stuart Scott go to law school?
W. Stuart Scott earned their education at (J.D., 1988); (B.A., 1984).
How can I contact W. Stuart Scott for a consultation?
You can contact W. Stuart Scott directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has W. Stuart Scott received?
W. Stuart Scott's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of Tennessee
- 1988
B.A.
Vanderbilt University
- 1984

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Tennessee
Admitted: 1988
U.S. District Court, Middle District of Tennessee
Admitted: 1989

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