Business Litigation & More Attorney · Serving Austin, TX · 43+ Years Experience
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About Scott A. Young at a Glance
Scott A. Young is a Member based in Austin, Texas, practicing at The Law Office of Scott A. Young. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Their practice focuses on contracts, criminal defense, business, breach of contract, and construction. Admitted to practice in Texas (1983) and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit U.S. District Court, Western District of Texas U.S. District Co (1984). Educated at University of Texas (J.D., 2004) and Southern Methodist University (B.B.A., 1977). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serves clients in Austin, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Scott A. Young
- Mr. Scott A. Young is a lawyer practicing criminal law, civil litigation, business litigation and 4 other areas of law
- Scott received a B.B.A. degree from Southern Methodist University in 1977, and has been licensed for 43 years
- Scott practices at The Law Office of Scott A. Young in Austin, TX
Practice Areas Explained
Scott A. Young's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Scott A. Young handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Austin.
Contracts in Austin
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Criminal Defense in Austin
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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Business & Corporate Law in Austin
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Scott A. Young is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Texas →
Breach of Contract in Austin
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Construction Law in Austin
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Austin
Practicing law in Texas. Legal matters in Texas are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Austin are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Texas state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Texas 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 Texas courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Austin Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Austin-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 Austin Choose Scott A. Young
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 Scott A. Young's practice in the field of contracts, criminal defense, business, breach of contract, and construction.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Scott A. Young 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 and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit U.S. District Court, Western District of Texas U.S. District Co, Scott A. Young can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering contracts, criminal defense, and business, Scott A. Young can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Austin
A Austin-based practice means Scott A. Young attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Scott A. Young Handles in Austin
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