Atty. Scott Forrest Deshazo

Atty. Scott Forrest Deshazo

Mr. Scott Forrest Deshazo is a lawyer practicing civil practice, trial practice, employment and 6 other areas of law.

Austin Austin 27 yrs experience 27 year
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Profile Summary

About Scott Forrest Deshazo at a glance

Scott Forrest Deshazo is a Member based in Austin, Texas, practicing at DeShazo & Nesbitt LLP. They have 27+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1999. Their practice focuses on personal injury, employment, business, and litigation. Admitted to practice in U.S. District Court, Southern, Western, Eastern and Northern Districts of Texas Texas Western Distri (2000). Educated at Texas Tech University (J.D., 1998) and Baylor University (B.A. Vanderbilt, 1993). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of Travis County Bar Association Austin Young Lawyers Association Texas Trial Lawyers Association. Serands clients in Austin, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. Scott Forrest Deshazo is a lawyer practicing civil practice, trial practice, employment and 6 other areas of law
  • Scott received a B.A. degree from Baylor University in 1993, and has been licensed for 27 years
  • Scott practices at DeShazo & Nesbitt LLP in Austin, TX

Practice Areas Explained

Scott Forrest Deshazo's Areas of Practice

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

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

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Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

Scott Forrest Deshazo is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Texas →

Business & Corporate Law

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

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Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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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 Austin 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 Forrest Deshazo

Where is Scott Forrest Deshazo's law office located?
Scott Forrest Deshazo's law practice is located in Austin, Texas. The firm is DeShazo & Nesbitt LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Scott Forrest Deshazo handle?
Scott Forrest Deshazo focuses on personal injury, employment, business, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has Scott Forrest Deshazo practiced law?
Scott Forrest Deshazo has 27+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1999.
Where did Scott Forrest Deshazo go to law school?
Scott Forrest Deshazo earned their education at (J.D., 1998); (B.A. Vanderbilt, 1993).
How can I contact Scott Forrest Deshazo for a consultation?
You can contact Scott Forrest Deshazo 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 Forrest Deshazo received?
Scott Forrest Deshazo's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
Texas Tech University
- 1998
B.A. Vanderbilt
Baylor University
- 1993

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

U.S. District Court, Southern, Western, Eastern and Northern Districts of Texas Texas Western Distri
Admitted: 2000

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