Atty. Scott E. Gordon
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Business Law & More Attorney · Serving Sarasota, FL · 48+ Years Experience
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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.
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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 AwardsClient Champion Awards
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Martindale Peer Awards
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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.
Awards
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Client’s Choice: The 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 Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Scott E. Gordon handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Sarasota.
Wills in Sarasota
Scott E. Gordon is one of 34,363 wills attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wills attorneys in Florida →
Trusts in Sarasota
Scott E. Gordon is one of 103,428 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Florida →
Probate in Sarasota
Scott E. Gordon is one of 127,041 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Florida →
Business & Corporate Law in Sarasota
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Scott E. Gordon is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Florida →
Real Estate Law in Sarasota
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
Scott E. Gordon is one of 313,729 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Florida →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Sarasota
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.
Sarasota Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Sarasota-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 Sarasota Choose Scott E. Gordon
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. Gordon's practice in the field of wills, trusts, probate, business, and real estate.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Scott E. Gordon brings 48+ 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 Ohio and Florida, Scott E. Gordon can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering wills, trusts, and probate, Scott E. Gordon can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Sarasota
A Sarasota-based practice means Scott E. Gordon 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. Gordon Handles in Sarasota
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Scott E. Gordon has experience with under Florida 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. Gordon directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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