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Atty. Scott A. Forsyth

Atty. Scott A. Forsyth

Scott A. Forsyth is a lawyer practicing trusts and estates, probate, residential real estate.

Rochester Rochester 49 yrs experience 49 year
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Profile Summary

About Scott A. Forsyth at a glance

Scott A. Forsyth is a Member based in Rochester, New York, practicing at Forsyth & Forsyth. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Their practice focuses on residential, trusts, probate, and real estate. Admitted to practice in New York (1977), U.S. District Court, Western District of New York, Florida and Massachusetts (1977), Florida (1977), and Massachusetts (1977). Educated at Boston University (J.D., 1976) and Princeton University (A.B., 1973). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Monroe County, New York State and Massachusetts Bar Associations The Florida Bar. Serands clients in Rochester, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Scott A. Forsyth is a lawyer practicing trusts and estates, probate, residential real estate
  • Scott received a A.B. degree from Princeton University in 1973, and has been licensed for 49 years
  • Scott practices at Forsyth & Forsyth in Rochester, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Scott A. Forsyth's Areas of Practice

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

Residential Real Estate

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Trusts

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Probate

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Real Estate Law

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

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in New York

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Scott A. Forsyth

Where is Scott A. Forsyth's law office located?
Scott A. Forsyth's law practice is located in Rochester, New York. The firm is Forsyth & Forsyth. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Scott A. Forsyth handle?
Scott A. Forsyth focuses on residential, trusts, probate, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Scott A. Forsyth practiced law?
Scott A. Forsyth has 49+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1977.
Where did Scott A. Forsyth go to law school?
Scott A. Forsyth earned their education at (J.D., 1976); (A.B., 1973).
How can I contact Scott A. Forsyth for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Scott A. Forsyth received?
Scott A. Forsyth's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Boston University
- 1976
A.B.
Princeton University
- 1973

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1977
U.S. District Court, Western District of New York, Florida and Massachusetts
Admitted: 1977
Florida
Admitted: 1977
Massachusetts
Admitted: 1977

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