Atty. Scott Butler

Atty. Scott Butler

Scott Butler graduated from Marquette University Law School in 2010. After graduation, he began working as a trial lawyer and immediately won two jury trials with verdicts totaling over $100,000.

La Crosse La Crosse 16 yrs experience 16 year
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Profile Summary

About Scott Butler at a glance

Scott Butler is a Member based in La Crosse, Wisconsin, practicing at Fitzpatrick, Skemp & Butler, LLC. They have 16+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2010. Their practice focuses on car accidents, medical malpractice, wrongful death, personal injury, and workers comp. Admitted to practice in Wisconsin (2010), U.S. District Court Eastern District of Wisconsin (2010), U.S. District Court Western District of Wisconsin (2012), and Minnesota (2015). Educated at Marquette University Law School (J.D., 2010) and University of Wisconsin – La Crosse (B.S., 2007). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in La Crosse, WI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Scott Butler graduated from Marquette University Law School in 2010
  • After graduation, he began working as a trial lawyer and immediately won two jury trials with verdicts totaling over $100,000
  • Scott soon moved from Milwaukee to La Crosse, where he worked as the La Crosse County Circuit Court Law Clerk and Small Claims Mediator
  • Two years later, he returned to civil litigation by joining Fitzpatrick, Skemp & Butler, LLC where he was later promoted to partner and shareholder
  • In his free time, Scott volunteers his legal skills to New Horizons Shelter and Outreach Center, which serves victims of domestic violence, and Legal Action of La Crosse
  • Professional associations, memberships, and honors • State Bar of Wisconsin’s Outstanding Young Lawyer of the Year, 2015 • Wisconsin Association of Justice, Member and Member of the Board. • La Crosse County Bar Association, Member • Super Lawyers’ Rising Star • The National Trial Lawyers Top 40 Under 40 • Avvo’s Client’s Choice in Personal Injury • Avvo Rating 10.0—Superb Top Attorney in Car Accidents • 7 Rivers Region “Rising Star,” 2018

Practice Areas Explained

Scott Butler's Areas of Practice

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

Car Accidents

Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.

Scott Butler is one of 36,807 car accidents attorneys indexed nationally. Browse car accidents attorneys in Wisconsin →

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

Scott Butler is one of 49,086 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice attorneys in Wisconsin →

Wrongful Death

Scott Butler is one of 31,253 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death attorneys in Wisconsin →

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

Scott Butler is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Wisconsin →

Workers Compensation

Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

Scott Butler is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Wisconsin →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Wisconsin

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Scott Butler

Where is Scott Butler's law office located?
Scott Butler's law practice is located in La Crosse, Wisconsin. The firm is Fitzpatrick, Skemp & Butler, LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Scott Butler handle?
Scott Butler focuses on car accidents, medical malpractice, wrongful death, personal injury, workers comp. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Wisconsin.
How long has Scott Butler practiced law?
Scott Butler has 16+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2010.
Where did Scott Butler go to law school?
Scott Butler earned their education at (J.D., 2010); (B.S., 2007).
How can I contact Scott Butler for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Scott Butler received?
Scott Butler's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Marquette University Law School
- 2010
B.S.
University of Wisconsin – La Crosse
- 2007

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Wisconsin
Admitted: 2010
U.S. District Court Eastern District of Wisconsin
Admitted: 2010
U.S. District Court Western District of Wisconsin
Admitted: 2012
Minnesota
Admitted: 2015

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