Atty. Scott E. Gordon

Atty. Scott E. Gordon

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Sarasota Sarasota 48 Years Experience 48 year
Call (941) 951-1800

Profile Summary

About Scott E. Gordon at a glance

Scott E. Gordon is an Of Counsel based in Sarasota, Florida, practicing at Lutz, Bobo & Telfair, P.A.. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Their practice focuses on wills, trusts, probate, business, and real estate. Admitted to practice in Ohio (1978) and Florida (1979). Educated at Ohio State University (J.D., 1978) and University of Michigan (B.A., 1975). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of The Florida Bar Sarasota County Bar Association Ohio State Bar Association. Serves clients in Sarasota, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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Awards

Client Reviewed This badge is granted to attorneys who have been reviewed by a past client. Distinguished Peer Rated This award is granted to attorneys who have been recognized by their peers for very high ethical standards, with an average peer review score of 3.0 to 4.4. About Awards

Client Champion Awards

Client Champion awards recognize those attorneys who excel at service as affirmed by their clients. The awards, based on the quantity and quality of an attorney’s Martindale-Hubbell client reviews, demonstrate an ongoing commitment to delivering excellent client service. Award recipients stand out from their peers with a platinum, gold or silver icon.

At least three reviews and a score of 4.0 or higher.

At least six reviews and a score of 4.2 or higher.

At least ten reviews and a score of 4.5 or higher.

Martindale Peer Awards

A lawyer who receives a minimum threshold of qualifying responses from fellow attorneys can qualify for one of three prestigious Martindale-Hubbell Peer Review Ratings:

AV Preeminent®: The highest peer rating standard. This rating signifies a large number of the lawyer’s peers rank him or her at the highest level of professional excellence for their legal knowledge, communication skills and ethical standards.

Distinguished: An excellent rating for a lawyer with some experience. This rating indicates the attorney is widely respected by their peers for high professional achievement and ethical standards.

Scott E. Gordon got this award in 2021

Notable: This rating indicates that the lawyer has been recognized by a large number of their peers for strong ethical standards.

Avvo Awards

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Avvo Client’s Choice: The Avvo Client's Choice Award Badge is granted to attorneys with a significant number of 4+ star reviews in a given year.

Practice Areas Explained

Scott E. Gordon's Areas of Practice

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

Wills

Scott E. Gordon is one of 32,113 wills attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wills attorneys in Florida →

Trusts

Scott E. Gordon is one of 94,411 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Florida →

Probate

Scott E. Gordon is one of 115,645 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Florida →

Business & Corporate Law

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

Scott E. Gordon is one of 452,854 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Florida →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

Scott E. Gordon is one of 286,061 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Florida →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Florida

Practicing law in Florida. Legal matters in Florida are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Sarasota are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Florida state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Florida 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 Florida courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Scott E. Gordon

Where is Scott E. Gordon's law office located?
Scott E. Gordon's law practice is located in Sarasota, Florida. The firm is Lutz, Bobo & Telfair, P.A.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Scott E. Gordon handle?
Scott E. Gordon focuses on wills, trusts, probate, business, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has Scott E. Gordon practiced law?
Scott E. Gordon has 48+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1978.
Where did Scott E. Gordon go to law school?
Scott E. Gordon earned their education at (J.D., 1978); (B.A., 1975).
How can I contact Scott E. Gordon for a consultation?
You can contact Scott E. Gordon 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 E. Gordon received?
Scott E. Gordon's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Ohio State University
- 1978
B.A.
University of Michigan
- 1975

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Ohio
Admitted: 1978
Florida
Admitted: 1979

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