Atty. Scott Elwin Tatum

Atty. Scott Elwin Tatum

Mr. Scott Elwin Tatum is a lawyer practicing criminal, family, government and 7 other areas of law.

Lufkin Lufkin 30 yrs experience 30 year
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About Scott Elwin Tatum at a glance

Scott Elwin Tatum is a Member based in Lufkin, Texas, practicing at Tatum and Tatum Attorneys at Law. They have 30+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1996. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, personal injury, criminal defense, and family law. Admitted to practice in Texas (1996). Educated at St. Mary's University of San Antonio (J.D., 1996) and Stephen F. Austin State University (B.A., 1988). Active member of Travis County Bar Association. Serands clients in Lufkin, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. Scott Elwin Tatum is a lawyer practicing criminal, family, government and 7 other areas of law
  • Scott received a B.A. degree from Stephen F. Austin State University in 1988, and has been licensed for 30 years
  • Scott practices at Tatum and Tatum Attorneys at Law in Lufkin, TX

Practice Areas Explained

Scott Elwin Tatum's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

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Probate

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Personal Injury

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Criminal Defense

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Family Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Texas

Practicing law in Texas. Legal matters in Texas are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Lufkin are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Texas state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Texas brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Texas courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Scott Elwin Tatum

Where is Scott Elwin Tatum's law office located?
Scott Elwin Tatum's law practice is located in Lufkin, Texas. The firm is Tatum and Tatum Attorneys at Law. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Scott Elwin Tatum handle?
Scott Elwin Tatum focuses on trusts, probate, personal injury, criminal defense, family law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has Scott Elwin Tatum practiced law?
Scott Elwin Tatum has 30+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1996.
Where did Scott Elwin Tatum go to law school?
Scott Elwin Tatum earned their education at (J.D., 1996); (B.A., 1988).
How can I contact Scott Elwin Tatum for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
St. Mary's University of San Antonio
- 1996
B.A.
Stephen F. Austin State University
- 1988

Bar Admissions

Texas
Admitted: 1996

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