Atty. Alan Scott
Alan Scott is a lawyer practicing commercial, corporate, business transactions and 5 other areas of law. Alan received a B.A. degree from University of Tennessee at Knoxville in 1980, and has been licensed for 42 years.
Business Transactions & More Attorney · Serving New York, NY · 42+ Years Experience
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About Alan Scott at a Glance
Alan Scott is a Member based in New York, New York, practicing at Alan Scott. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Their practice focuses on trademark, probate, estate planning, business, and real estate. Admitted to practice in New York (1984), Florida (1985), U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York (1985), and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York (1986). Educated at Cornell University (J.D., 1983) and University of Tennessee at Knoxville (B.A., 1980). Active member of The Association of the Bar of the City of New York (Member, Special Committee on Election Law, 1995-1999) New York State Bar Association The Florida Bar. Serves clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Alan Scott
- Alan Scott is a lawyer practicing commercial, corporate, business transactions and 5 other areas of law
- Alan received a B.A. degree from University of Tennessee at Knoxville in 1980, and has been licensed for 42 years
- Alan practices at Alan Scott in New York, NY
Practice Areas Explained
Alan Scott's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Alan Scott handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in New York.
Trademark Law in New York
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Probate in New York
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Estate Planning & Probate in New York
An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
Alan Scott is one of 224,789 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in New York →
Business & Corporate Law in New York
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Alan Scott is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in New York →
Real Estate Law in New York
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
Alan Scott is one of 313,729 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in New York →
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Why Local Counsel Matters in New York
Practicing law in New York. Legal matters in New York are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in New York are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate New York state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in New York brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in New York courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
New York Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a New York-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in New York Choose Alan Scott
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Alan Scott's practice in the field of trademark, probate, estate planning, business, and real estate.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Alan Scott brings 42+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in New York, Florida, and U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York, Alan Scott can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering trademark, probate, and estate planning, Alan Scott can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in New York
A New York-based practice means Alan Scott attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Alan Scott Handles in New York
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