Atty. Scott E. Andress

Atty. Scott E. Andress

Scott E. Andress is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Corporate Law and Gaming Law.

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Profile Summary

About Scott E. Andress at a glance

Scott E. Andress is a business and entertainment attorney based in Jackson, Mississippi, practforg at Balch & Bingham LLP. Admitted to practice in Mississippi, The Mississippi Bar and District of Columbia, The District of Columbia Bar. Educated at Tulane University (—, 1992) and Tulane University (J.D., 1992). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Gaming Law (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus: (2026). Serands clients in Jackson, MS and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Scott E. Andress is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Corporate Law and Gaming Law
  • Scott E., who practices law in Jackson, Mississippi, has been recognized since 2005
  • This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Scott E. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area

Practice Areas Explained

Scott E. Andress's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

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

Scott E. Andress is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Mississippi →

Entertainment & Sports Law

Entertainment lawyers for music, film, sports contracts, talent representation, and IP licensing.

Scott E. Andress is one of 45,946 entertainment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse entertainment attorneys in Mississippi →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Mississippi

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Scott E. Andress

Where is Scott E. Andress's law office located?
Scott E. Andress's law practice is located in Jackson, Mississippi. The firm is Balch & Bingham LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Scott E. Andress handle?
Scott E. Andress focuses on business, entertainment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Mississippi.
Where did Scott E. Andress go to law school?
Scott E. Andress earned their education at (—, 1992); (J.D., 1992); (B.S. Petroleum Engineering, 1986).
How can I contact Scott E. Andress for a consultation?
You can contact Scott E. Andress 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 Scott E. Andress received?
Scott E. Andress's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law; Best Lawyers in America — Gaming Law; Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:; Best Lawyers in America — Administrative; Best Lawyers in America — Business Transactions.

Practice Areas

Education

Tulane University
- 1992
J.D.
Tulane University
- 1992
B.S. Petroleum Engineering
Louisiana State University
- 1986

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Gaming Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Administrative
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Business Transactions
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Casino
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Government Relations
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Licensing
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Liquor
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation
- 2026
Lawyer of the Year — Gaming Law, Jackson (MS)
- 2025
Lawyer of the Year — Gaming Law, Jackson (MS)
- 2021
Lawyer of the Year — Gaming Law, Jackson (MS)
- 2013

Bar Admissions

Mississippi, The Mississippi Bar
District of Columbia, The District of Columbia Bar

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