Atty. Lawrence Scott Austin

Atty. Lawrence Scott Austin

Mr. Lawrence Scott Austin is a lawyer practicing employee benefits, labor & employment law.

Atlanta Atlanta 40 yrs experience 40 year
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Profile Summary

About Lawrence Scott Austin at a glance

Lawrence Scott Austin is a Partner based in Atlanta, Georgia, practicing at Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP. They have 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Their practice focuses on employment. Admitted to practice in Texas (1986) and Georgia (2010). Educated at Baylor University (J.D., 1986) and Austin College (B.A., 1983). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of Atlanta (Member, Executive Compensation and Employee Benefits Committee, Business Law Section Chairman, Employee Benefits and Executive Compensation Section), Dallas and American Bar Associations State Bar of Texas State Bar of Georgia. Serands clients in Atlanta, GA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. Lawrence Scott Austin is a lawyer practicing employee benefits, labor & employment law
  • Lawrence Scott received a B.A. degree from Austin College in 1983, and has been licensed for 40 years
  • Lawrence Scott practices at Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP in Atlanta, GA and 1 other location

Practice Areas Explained

Lawrence Scott Austin's Areas of Practice

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

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Georgia

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Lawrence Scott Austin

Where is Lawrence Scott Austin's law office located?
Lawrence Scott Austin's law practice is located in Atlanta, Georgia. The firm is Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Lawrence Scott Austin handle?
Lawrence Scott Austin focuses on employment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Georgia.
How long has Lawrence Scott Austin practiced law?
Lawrence Scott Austin has 40+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1986.
Where did Lawrence Scott Austin go to law school?
Lawrence Scott Austin earned their education at (J.D., 1986); (B.A., 1983).
How can I contact Lawrence Scott Austin for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Lawrence Scott Austin received?
Lawrence Scott Austin's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
Baylor University
- 1986
B.A.
Austin College
- 1983

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Texas
Admitted: 1986
Georgia
Admitted: 2010

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