Atty. Douglas Scott

Atty. Douglas Scott

Douglas Scott is a lawyer practicing chapter 11 bankruptcy, chapter 7 bankruptcy, bankruptcy. Douglas received a B.A. degree from Guilford College in 1973, and has been licensed for 47 years.

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Profile Summary

About Douglas Scott at a glance

Douglas Scott is a Member based in Richmond, Virginia, practicing at Douglas A. Scott, PLC. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Their practice focuses on chapter 7, bankruptcy, and chapter 11. Admitted to practice in North Carolina (inactive) (1979), U.S. District Court, Middle District of North Carolina (1979), U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit (1980), and U.S. Supreme Court (1986). Educated at Marshall-Wythe School of Law, College of William & Mary (LL.M. Taxation, 1993) and Guilford College (B.A. University, 1973). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Richmond Bar Association (Member, Bankruptcy Section) Virginia State Bar Business Finance and Turnaround Association (Member, Board of Directors) American Bankruptcy Institute. Serands clients in Richmond, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Douglas Scott is a lawyer practicing chapter 11 bankruptcy, chapter 7 bankruptcy, bankruptcy
  • Douglas received a B.A. degree from Guilford College in 1973, and has been licensed for 47 years
  • Douglas practices at Douglas A. Scott, PLC in Richmond, VA

Practice Areas Explained

Douglas Scott's Areas of Practice

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

Chapter 7 Bankruptcy

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Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

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Chapter 11 Bankruptcy

Douglas Scott is one of 5,841 chapter 11 attorneys indexed nationally. Browse chapter 11 attorneys in Virginia →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Virginia

Practicing law in Virginia. Legal matters in Virginia are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Richmond are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Virginia state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Virginia 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 Virginia courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Douglas Scott

Where is Douglas Scott's law office located?
Douglas Scott's law practice is located in Richmond, Virginia. The firm is Douglas A. Scott, PLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Douglas Scott handle?
Douglas Scott focuses on chapter 7, bankruptcy, chapter 11. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Virginia.
How long has Douglas Scott practiced law?
Douglas Scott has 47+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1979.
Where did Douglas Scott go to law school?
Douglas Scott earned their education at (LL.M. Taxation, 1993); (B.A. University, 1973).
How can I contact Douglas Scott for a consultation?
You can contact Douglas 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 Douglas Scott received?
Douglas Scott's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

LL.M. Taxation
Marshall-Wythe School of Law, College of William & Mary
- 1993
B.A. University
Guilford College
- 1973

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

North Carolina (inactive)
Admitted: 1979
U.S. District Court, Middle District of North Carolina
Admitted: 1979
U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit
Admitted: 1980
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1986
Virginia
Admitted: 1988
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Virginia
Admitted: 1988
U.S. District Court, Western District of North Carolina and U.S. Bankruptcy Court, Western District
Admitted: 1995
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of North Carolina and U.S. Bankruptcy Court, Eastern District
Admitted: 1997
U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 1998

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