Atty. Scott C. Krist

Atty. Scott C. Krist

Scott C. Krist is a personal injury and maritime accident lawyer in Houston, TX.

Houston Houston 35 yrs experience 35 year
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About Scott C. Krist at a glance

Scott C. Krist is a personal injury attorney based in Houston, Texas, practicing at The Krist Law Firm PC. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Admitted to practice in Texas, State Bar of Texas (1991). Educated at The University of Texas (J.D., 1991). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation (2026). Serands clients in Houston, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

Scott C. Krist is a personal injury and maritime accident lawyer in Houston, TX. He is the owner and lead trial lawyer at The Krist Law Firm, P.C. With 32 years of experience, Scott Krist has handled an array of cases - from wrongful death to personal injury cases involving maritime, aviation, commercial trucking, products liability, car accidents, brain injuries, and other serious injuries. He uses his strong sense of hard work, dedication to his clients, and passion in each and every case. Within his 32 years of experience, Scott has a proven track record of success for his Texas clients, as he obtained the largest personal injury recovery within Texas for 2011 and also the largest commercial trucking verdict in Texas in 2014.

Scott frequently assists clients with the following cases:

Practice Areas Explained

Scott C. Krist's Areas of Practice

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

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.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Texas

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 Houston 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 andnue, 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Scott C. Krist

Where is Scott C. Krist's law office located?
Scott C. Krist's law practice is located in Houston, Texas. The firm is The Krist Law Firm PC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Scott C. Krist handle?
Scott C. Krist focuses on personal injury. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has Scott C. Krist practiced law?
Scott C. Krist has 35+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1991.
Where did Scott C. Krist go to law school?
Scott C. Krist earned their education at (J.D., 1991).
How can I contact Scott C. Krist for a consultation?
You can contact Scott C. Krist 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 Scott C. Krist received?
Scott C. Krist's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs; Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:; Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation; Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation; Best Lawyers in America — Awards:.

Education

J.D.
The University of Texas
- 1991

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigator Award - Trial Lawyers Board of Regents 2014
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Top Lawyers in Houston - Houstonia Magazine 2014
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated - Martindale-Hubbel 2014
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Top 500 Leading Plaintiff's Lawyers in America - Law Dragon Magazine 2011
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Rising Star - Texas Monthly Magazine 2004
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — The Best Lawyers in Houston - H Texas Magazine
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Texas Super Lawyers - Texas Monthly Magazine 2004 to Present
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Top 100 Trial Lawyers in Texas - American Trial Lawyers Association 2007 to Present
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Top Verdicts and Settlements - Texas Lawyer Magazine 2011 to Present
- 2026

Bar Admissions

Texas, State Bar of Texas
Admitted: 1991

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