Atty. Neil W. Scott

Atty. Neil W. Scott

Mr. Neil W.

Sarasota Sarasota 44 yrs experience 44 year
Call (941) 263-8258 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Neil W. Scott at a glance

Neil W. Scott is a Member based in Sarasota, Florida, practicing at Neil W. Scott. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Their practice focuses on wills, trusts, probate, estate planning, and real estate. Admitted to practice in Rhode Island (1982), Massachusetts (1983), Florida (1984), and U.S. District Court, District of Rhode Island (1984). Educated at University of Miami (LL.M. Washington, 1985) and Brown University (A.B., 1979). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Sarasota County, Rhode Island, Massachusetts and American Bar Associations The Florida Bar National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys. Serands clients in Sarasota, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. Neil W. Scott is a lawyer practicing probate & trust, advance directives, elder law and 5 other areas of law
  • Neil received a A.B. degree from Brown University in 1979, and has been licensed for 44 years
  • Neil practices at Neil W. Scott in Sarasota, FL

Practice Areas Explained

Neil W. Scott's Areas of Practice

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

Wills

Neil W. Scott is one of 34,541 wills attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wills attorneys in Florida →

Trusts

Neil W. Scott is one of 104,171 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Florida →

Probate

Neil W. Scott is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Florida →

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

Neil W. Scott is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Florida →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

Neil W. Scott is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Florida →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Florida

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Neil W. Scott

Where is Neil W. Scott's law office located?
Neil W. Scott's law practice is located in Sarasota, Florida. The firm is Neil W. Scott. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Neil W. Scott handle?
Neil W. Scott focuses on wills, trusts, probate, estate planning, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has Neil W. Scott practiced law?
Neil W. Scott has 44+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1982.
Where did Neil W. Scott go to law school?
Neil W. Scott earned their education at (LL.M. Washington, 1985); (A.B., 1979).
How can I contact Neil W. Scott for a consultation?
You can contact Neil W. 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 Neil W. Scott received?
Neil W. Scott's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

LL.M. Washington
University of Miami
- 1985
A.B.
Brown University
- 1979

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Rhode Island
Admitted: 1982
Massachusetts
Admitted: 1983
Florida
Admitted: 1984
U.S. District Court, District of Rhode Island
Admitted: 1984
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Florida
Admitted: 1985
U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 1986

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