Atty. J. Scott Rainey

Atty. J. Scott Rainey

J. Scott Rainey is a lawyer practicing administrative/ regulatory, aviation, government and 5 other areas of law.

Alexandria Alexandria 33 yrs experience 33 year
Call (703) 739-3300 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About J. Scott Rainey at a glance

J. Scott Rainey is a government, animal law, maritime, aviation, and energy attorney based in Alexandria, Virginia. They have 33+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1993. Admitted to practice in Washington (1993). Educated at University of Washington (J.D., 1993) and United States Coast Guard Academy (B.S., 1985). Active member of Washington State Bar Association. Serands clients in Alexandria, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • J. Scott Rainey is a lawyer practicing administrative/ regulatory, aviation, government and 5 other areas of law
  • J. received a B.S. degree from United States Coast Guard Academy in 1985, and has been licensed for 33 years
  • J. practices in Alexandria, VA

Practice Areas Explained

J. Scott Rainey's Areas of Practice

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

Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

J. Scott Rainey is one of 132,225 government attorneys indexed nationally. Browse government attorneys in Virginia →

Animal Law

Animal law attorneys for pet custody, veterinary malpractice, animal welfare, and dangerous dog cases.

J. Scott Rainey is one of 5,126 animal law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse animal law attorneys in Virginia →

Maritime & Admiralty Law

Maritime attorneys for Jones Act claims, longshore injury, cruise ship cases, and offshore matters.

J. Scott Rainey is one of 11,568 maritime attorneys indexed nationally. Browse maritime attorneys in Virginia →

Aviation Law

Aviation attorneys for aircraft accidents, FAA regulation, pilot defense, and aviation industry matters.

J. Scott Rainey is one of 9,225 aviation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse aviation attorneys in Virginia →

Energy & Utilities Law

Energy attorneys for oil & gas, renewables, utility regulation, and energy sector transactions.

J. Scott Rainey is one of 36,230 energy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse energy 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 Alexandria 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 J. Scott Rainey

Where is J. Scott Rainey's law office located?
J. Scott Rainey's law practice is located in Alexandria, Virginia. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does J. Scott Rainey handle?
J. Scott Rainey focuses on government, animal law, maritime, aviation, energy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Virginia.
How long has J. Scott Rainey practiced law?
J. Scott Rainey has 33+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1993.
Where did J. Scott Rainey go to law school?
J. Scott Rainey earned their education at (J.D., 1993); (B.S., 1985).
How can I contact J. Scott Rainey for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Washington
- 1993
B.S.
United States Coast Guard Academy
- 1985

Bar Admissions

Washington
Admitted: 1993

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