Atty. Scott D. Bertzyk
Scott D. Bertzyk focuses his practice on commercial civil litigation, with particular experience in litigation involving probate and family trust issues, real estate and real estate financing, business torts, accounting disputes, and public pension and other public employee benefits class actions.
Appeals & Legal Issues & More Attorney · Serving Los Angeles, CA
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About Scott D. Bertzyk at a Glance
Scott D. Bertzyk is a Shareholder based in Los Angeles, California, practicing at Greenberg Traurig, LLP. Their practice focuses on trusts, real estate, estate litigation, litigation, and appellate. Educated at University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire (B.B.A. Accounting, 1981) and The University of Texas School of Law J.D. 1984 Order of the Coif (—). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Professional & Community Involvement •Member, American Bar Association •Member, State Bar of California •Member, State Bar of Nevada •Mr and Bertzyk has assumed a wide variety of pro bono representations, including representation of PanCAN (the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network) •Former Adjunct Professor, Appellate Advocacy, Loyola Law School, Los Angeles. Serves clients in Los Angeles, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Scott D. Bertzyk
- Scott D. Bertzyk focuses his practice on commercial civil litigation, with particular experience in litigation involving probate and family trust issues, real estate and real estate financing, business torts, accounting disputes, and public pension and other public employee benefits class actions
- He has substantial trial and appellate experience, both in federal (including bankruptcy) and state courts
- Over his career, Scott has served a wide variety of clients, ranging from Fortune 500 companies to private businesses, to public entities, to developers, family trusts, executors, trustees and trust beneficiaries
- He also has taught both trial skills and appellate advocacy
- Concentrations •Probate/Family Trusts/Fiduciary Duty •Real Estate & Real Estate Financing •Business Torts •Public Pension and Public Employee Benefits •Appellate Recognition & Leadership Awards & Accolades •Listed, The Best Lawyers in America, Litigation - Trusts and Estates, 2023-2026 •Listed, Super Lawyers magazine, Southern California Super Lawyers, 2006-2014, 2026 •Team Member, a Law360 'Real Estate Practice Group of the Year,' 2023 •Team Member, U.S
- News - Best Lawyers, Best Law Firms Edition, 'Law Firm of the Year,' Real Estate - Litigation, 2017 and 2022 •Listed, The Legal 500 United States, 2013 •Member, Winning Team, U.S
- News - Best Lawyers 'Law Firm of the Year' in Bankruptcy & Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency & Reorganization Law and Litigation - Bankruptcy, 2013 •Recipient, University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire Alumni Distinguished Achievement Award, 2011 •Team Member, a Law360 “Appellate Practice Group of the Year,” 2010 •Rated, AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5.0
Practice Areas Explained
Scott D. Bertzyk's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Scott D. Bertzyk handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Los Angeles.
Trusts in Los Angeles
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Real Estate Law in Los Angeles
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
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Estate & Trust Litigation in Los Angeles
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Civil Litigation in Los Angeles
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Appellate Practice in Los Angeles
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Los Angeles
Practicing law in California. Legal matters in California are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Los Angeles are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate California state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in California 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 California courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Los Angeles Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Los Angeles-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 Los Angeles Choose Scott D. Bertzyk
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 D. Bertzyk's practice in the field of trusts, real estate, estate litigation, litigation, and appellate.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering trusts, real estate, and estate litigation, Scott D. Bertzyk can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Los Angeles
A Los Angeles-based practice means Scott D. Bertzyk 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 D. Bertzyk Handles in Los Angeles
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