Atty. James J. Scott

Atty. James J. Scott

James J. Scott is a lawyer practicing construction & development, bid process, claims & disputes and 3 other areas of law.

St. Louis St. Louis 50 yrs experience 50 year
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Profile Summary

About James J. Scott at a glance

James J. Scott is an Attorney based in St. Louis, Missouri, practicing at Greensfelder, Hemker & Gale, P.C.. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Their practice focuses on contracts, litigation, and adr. Admitted to practice in Missouri (1976). Educated at St. Louis University Law School (J.D., 1976) and University of Missouri at St. Louis (A.B. Political, 1973). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of The Missouri Bar American Bar Association. Serands clients in St. Louis, MO and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • James J. Scott is a lawyer practicing construction & development, bid process, claims & disputes and 3 other areas of law
  • James received a A.B. degree from University of Missouri at St. Louis in 1973, and has been licensed for 50 years
  • James practices at Greensfelder, Hemker & Gale, P.C. in St. Louis, MO

Practice Areas Explained

James J. Scott's Areas of Practice

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

Contracts

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Civil Litigation

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Mediation & Arbitration

Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.

James J. Scott is one of 73,906 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr attorneys in Missouri →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Missouri

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about James J. Scott

Where is James J. Scott's law office located?
James J. Scott's law practice is located in St. Louis, Missouri. The firm is Greensfelder, Hemker & Gale, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James J. Scott handle?
James J. Scott focuses on contracts, litigation, adr. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Missouri.
How long has James J. Scott practiced law?
James J. Scott has 50+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1976.
Where did James J. Scott go to law school?
James J. Scott earned their education at (J.D., 1976); (A.B. Political, 1973).
How can I contact James J. Scott for a consultation?
You can contact James J. 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 James J. Scott received?
James J. Scott's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
St. Louis University Law School
- 1976
A.B. Political
University of Missouri at St. Louis
- 1973

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Missouri
Admitted: 1976

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