Atty. James Marks Scott
Mr. James Marks Scott is a lawyer practicing corporate law, taxation law, business law and 2 other areas of law.
Business Law & More Attorney · Serving Montgomery, AL · 65+ Years Experience
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About James Marks Scott at a Glance
James Marks Scott is a estate planning, business, tax, and health care attorney based in Montgomery, Alabama. They have 65+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1961. Admitted to practice in Alabama (1961). Educated at New York University (LL.M., 1962) and University of London, University of Alabama (J.D., 1961). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Montgomery, AL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About James Marks Scott
- Mr. James Marks Scott is a lawyer practicing corporate law, taxation law, business law and 2 other areas of law
- James received a degree from New York University in 1962, and has been licensed for 65 years
- James practices in Montgomery, AL
Practice Areas Explained
James Marks Scott's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James Marks Scott handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Montgomery.
Estate Planning & Probate in Montgomery
An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
James Marks Scott is one of 224,789 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Alabama →
Business & Corporate Law in Montgomery
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
James Marks Scott is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Alabama →
Tax Law in Montgomery
Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.
James Marks Scott is one of 84,606 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in Alabama →
Health Care Law in Montgomery
Health care attorneys for HIPAA, Medicare, Medicaid, regulatory compliance, and medical licensing matters.
James Marks Scott is one of 66,157 health care attorneys indexed nationally. Browse health care attorneys in Alabama →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Montgomery
Practicing law in Alabama. Legal matters in Alabama are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Montgomery are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Alabama state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Alabama 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 Alabama courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Montgomery Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Montgomery-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 Montgomery Choose James Marks 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 James Marks Scott's practice in the field of estate planning, business, tax, and health care.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
James Marks Scott brings 65+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering estate planning, business, and tax, James Marks Scott can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Montgomery
A Montgomery-based practice means James Marks Scott attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues James Marks Scott Handles in Montgomery
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters James Marks Scott has experience with under Alabama law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact James Marks Scott directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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