Atty. Mark Anthony Scott
Hon. Mark Anthony Scott is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, employment tax, judicial and 4 other areas of law.
Criminal Defense & More Attorney · Serving Decatur, GA · 43+ Years Experience
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About Mark Anthony Scott at a Glance
Mark Anthony Scott is a Supr. Ct. J. based in Decatur, Georgia. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Their practice focuses on irs, criminal defense, family law, employment, and tax. Admitted to practice in Texas (1983), Tennessee (1986), District of Columbia U.S. District Court, Northern District of Texas (1988), and Georgia U.S. Supreme Court U.S. Tax Court U.S. Court of Federal Claims (1997). Educated at Texas Tech University (J.D. Southern, 1983) and Howard University University of Texas at Austin (B.A. California, 1980). Serves clients in Decatur, GA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Mark Anthony Scott
- Hon. Mark Anthony Scott is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, employment tax, judicial and 4 other areas of law
- Mark received a degree from Howard University, and has been licensed for 43 years
- Mark practices in Decatur, GA
Practice Areas Explained
Mark Anthony Scott's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Mark Anthony Scott handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Decatur.
IRS Disputes & Audits in Decatur
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Criminal Defense in Decatur
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
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Family Law in Decatur
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Employment Law in Decatur
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
Mark Anthony Scott is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Georgia →
Tax Law in Decatur
Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Decatur
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 Decatur 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 venue, 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.
Decatur Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Decatur-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 Decatur Choose Mark Anthony 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 Mark Anthony Scott's practice in the field of irs, criminal defense, family law, employment, and tax.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Mark Anthony Scott brings 43+ 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 Texas, Tennessee, and District of Columbia U.S. District Court, Northern District of Texas, Mark Anthony Scott can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering irs, criminal defense, and family law, Mark Anthony Scott can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Decatur
A Decatur-based practice means Mark Anthony 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 Mark Anthony Scott Handles in Decatur
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