Atty. Scott D. Chenevert
With 28 years of professional experience, Fishman Haygood partner Scott Chenevert practices primarily in the areas of mergers and acquisitions, equity and debt investments, joint ventures, energy-as-a-service, and corporate governance. Scott has represented private and public companies in technology and professional services, energy and oilfield services, and real estate development industries.
Corporate Law & More Attorney · Serving Baton Rouge, LA · 28+ Years Experience
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About Scott D. Chenevert at a Glance
Scott D. Chenevert is a business, m&a, and securities attorney based in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, practicing at Fishman Haygood LLP. They have 28+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1998. Admitted to practice in District of Columbia (1998) and Louisiana (2003). Educated at Washington and Lee University (J.D., 2004). Recognitions include Lawyer of the Year — Mergers and Acquisitions Law (Baton Rouge) (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Leveraged Buyouts and Private Equity Law (2026). Serves clients in Baton Rouge, LA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Scott D. Chenevert
- With 28 years of professional experience, Fishman Haygood partner Scott Chenevert practices primarily in the areas of mergers and acquisitions, equity and debt investments, joint ventures, energy-as-a-service, and corporate governance
- Scott has represented private and public companies in technology and professional services, energy and oilfield services, and real estate development industries
- He also has extensive experience serving as outside general counsel for privately held and family companies
- Scott is the immediate past chair of the Arts Council of Greater Baton Rouge board of directors
- He is also a member of, and served as the 2023 chair for, the Southeast Louisiana (SoLA) Super Region Committee
- Scott previously served as a member of the board of directors of Baton Rouge Area Chamber (BRAC) from 2006-2013, serving as its chairman in 2012
- Scott is ranked Band 1 by Chambers and Partners in Corporate/M&A
- He was also recently named to Baton Rouge Business Report’s 2025 Capital Region 500, a list of 500 powerful and influential business and community leaders in Baton Rouge
Practice Areas Explained
Scott D. Chenevert's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Scott D. Chenevert handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Baton Rouge.
Business & Corporate Law in Baton Rouge
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Mergers & Acquisitions in Baton Rouge
Scott D. Chenevert is one of 49,430 m&a attorneys indexed nationally. Browse m&a attorneys in Louisiana →
Securities Law in Baton Rouge
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Baton Rouge
Practicing law in Louisiana. Legal matters in Louisiana are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Baton Rouge are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Louisiana state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Louisiana 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 Louisiana courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Baton Rouge Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Baton Rouge-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 Baton Rouge Choose Scott D. Chenevert
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. Chenevert's practice in the field of business, m&a, and securities.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Scott D. Chenevert brings 28+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in District of Columbia and Louisiana, Scott D. Chenevert can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business, m&a, and securities, Scott D. Chenevert can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Baton Rouge
A Baton Rouge-based practice means Scott D. Chenevert 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 D. Chenevert Handles in Baton Rouge
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