Atty. Scott C. Petersen

Atty. Scott C. Petersen

Scott C. Petersen is a lawyer practicing labor and employment, aviation law, administrative law and 1 other area of law.

White Plains White Plains 45 yrs experience 45 year
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Profile Summary

About Scott C. Petersen at a glance

Scott C. Petersen is a Member based in White Plains, New York, practicing at Seham Seham Meltz & Petersen, LLP. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Their practice focuses on employment, business, government, and aviation. Admitted to practice in California (1981), Texas (1982), and New York (1994). Educated at University of the Pacific, McGeorge School of Law (J.D., 1981) and Augustana College (B.A., 1972). Active member of Association of the Bar of the City of New York State Bar of California State Bar of Texas American Bar Association. Serands clients in White Plains, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Scott C. Petersen is a lawyer practicing labor and employment, aviation law, administrative law and 1 other area of law
  • Scott C. received a B.A. degree from Augustana College in 1972, and has been licensed for 45 years
  • Scott C. practices at Seham Seham Meltz & Petersen, LLP in White Plains, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Scott C. Petersen's Areas of Practice

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

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Government & Administrative Law

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Aviation Law

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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 White Plains 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 C. Petersen

Where is Scott C. Petersen's law office located?
Scott C. Petersen's law practice is located in White Plains, New York. The firm is Seham Seham Meltz & Petersen, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Scott C. Petersen handle?
Scott C. Petersen focuses on employment, business, government, aviation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Scott C. Petersen practiced law?
Scott C. Petersen has 45+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1981.
Where did Scott C. Petersen go to law school?
Scott C. Petersen earned their education at (J.D., 1981); (B.A., 1972).
How can I contact Scott C. Petersen for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of the Pacific, McGeorge School of Law
- 1981
B.A.
Augustana College
- 1972

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1981
Texas
Admitted: 1982
New York
Admitted: 1994

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