Atty. Scott E. Gizer
Scott E. Gizer is a national trial and appellate lawyer, licensed in three states, who has achieved stellar results for his clients, some of which you will find below.
Business Litigation & More Attorney · Serving Los Angeles, CA · 29+ Years Experience
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About Scott E. Gizer at a Glance
Scott E. Gizer is a Partner based in Los Angeles, California, practicing at Early Sullivan Wright Gizer Mcrae Llp. They have 29+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1997. Their practice focuses on business, litigation, and entertainment. Admitted to practice in U.S. District Court, Central District of California (1997), U.S. District Court, Southern District of California (1997), California (2002), and U.S. Court of Federal Claims (2007). Educated at Loyola Law School J.D. (—) and University of California B.A. (—). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of Los Angeles County Bar Association. Serves clients in Los Angeles, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Scott E. Gizer
- Scott E. Gizer is a national trial and appellate lawyer, licensed in three states, who has achieved stellar results for his clients, some of which you will find below
- Mr. Gizer has litigated cases in California, Nevada, Arizona, Colorado, Utah, Texas, Connecticut and Florida
- In addition, Mr. Gizer acts as coverage counsel to the major title insurers
- He also serves as General Counsel to the non-profit organization Project Kindle, which primarily serves children and families infected with and affected by HIV/AIDS and serves on the three-member Complaint and Grievance Committee for the World Boxing Organization
- Mr. Gizer’s successes as a trial lawyer began during his second year of practice when he served as lead counsel and obtained a defense verdict for his client in a multimillion dollar property dispute in the city of Santa Barbara that involved issues related to access rights and lateral support
- Since that time, Mr. Gizer has tried over 15 cases as lead counsel before juries, judges and arbiters in California, Connecticut, Nevada and Florida and been lead appellate counsel in numerous cases before the California Court of Appeal, Nevada Supreme Court, 9th Circuit, 10th Circuit and 11th Circuit
- Based on his stellar results at trial, integrity with his clients and opponents and ability to find cost-effective resolutions when possible, Mr. Gizer has attracted and retained a wide-range of clients that range from Fortune 500 companies, to local businesses and business persons
- These clients include First American Title Company, Stewart Guaranty Company, North American Title Company, Sun West Mortgage Company, Nations Direct Mortgage, Bank of Hope, Bank of Nevada and Unix Packaging, which he represents in complex litigation matters involving real estate disputes, title insurance disputes, escrow liability, lender liability, contract disputes, partnership disputes, intellectual property disputes, employment matters, and trustee liability
- Mr. Gizer received his Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of California, San Diego and received his Juris Doctorate from Loyola Law School
- Mr. Gizer has been selected to the Los Angeles Business Journal‘s “Top 100 Lawyers” for 2023, Southern California Super Lawyers Rising Stars for 2005-2008, and 2010-2013, Southern California Super Lawyers for 2020-2022, has been selected for inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America© each year since 2018 for Commercial Litigation and was a selected as a 2019 Nominee for Leaders in Law by the Los Angeles Business Journal
- Mr. Gizer lives in Calabasas with his wife and two children
Practice Areas Explained
Scott E. Gizer's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Scott E. Gizer handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Los Angeles.
Business & Corporate Law in Los Angeles
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Civil Litigation in Los Angeles
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Entertainment & Sports Law in Los Angeles
Entertainment lawyers for music, film, sports contracts, talent representation, and IP licensing.
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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 E. Gizer
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 E. Gizer's practice in the field of business, litigation, and entertainment.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Scott E. Gizer brings 29+ 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 U.S. District Court, Central District of California, U.S. District Court, Southern District of California, and California, Scott E. Gizer can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business, litigation, and entertainment, Scott E. Gizer 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 E. Gizer 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 E. Gizer Handles in Los Angeles
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Scott E. Gizer has experience with under California law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Scott E. Gizer directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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