Atty. Scott Allen
Scott Allen is a principal in the Miami, Florida, office of Jackson Lewis P.C. Since 1998, Scott’s legal career has been dedicated to counseling and defending employers in employment-related matters and counseling on behalf of management.
Employment Law Management & More Attorney · Serving Miami, FL
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About Scott Allen at a Glance
Scott Allen is a employment and litigation attorney based in Miami, Florida, practicing at Jackson Lewis PC. Educated at Cleveland State University (J.D., 1997). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Management (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus: (2026). Serves clients in Miami, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Scott Allen
- Scott Allen is a principal in the Miami, Florida, office of Jackson Lewis P.C
- Since 1998, Scott’s legal career has been dedicated to counseling and defending employers in employment-related matters and counseling on behalf of management
- He has been with Jackson Lewis since 2001
- Scott represents a broad range of management clients in state and federal courts and administrative tribunals concerning all types of employment litigation, including claims of discrimination on the basis of age, disability, race, national origin, sex, sexual harassment, retaliation, wrongful discharge, whistleblower retaliation, wage hour disputes, breach of contract, and state tort issues
- Scott also provides on-going legal support and counsel on a daily basis for many of his clients
- He routinely provides training to managers and supervisors in all areas of employment law, including but not limited to, supervisory training, sexual and racial harassment prevention, disciplinary practice, documentation policies, and safety and disability management
- Scott also organizes and hosts the Miami/Fort Lauderdale Workplace Law Breakfast Series presented by Jackson Lewis
Practice Areas Explained
Scott Allen's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Scott Allen handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Miami.
Employment Law in Miami
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
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Civil Litigation in Miami
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Miami
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 Miami 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 venue, 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.
Miami Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Miami-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 Miami Choose Scott Allen
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 Allen's practice in the field of employment and litigation.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering employment and litigation, Scott Allen can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Miami
A Miami-based practice means Scott Allen 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 Scott Allen Handles in Miami
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