Atty. Scott H. Carter

Atty. Scott H. Carter

Scott H. Carter is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, alternative dispute resolution, civil litigation and 4 other areas of law.

Sarasota Sarasota 41 yrs experience 41 year
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Profile Summary

About Scott H. Carter at a glance

Scott H. Carter is a Shareholder based in Sarasota, Florida, practicing at Scott H. Carter of Dunlap & Moran, P.A.. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Their practice focuses on business, estate litigation, litigation, and adr. Admitted to practice in Texas (1985), Florida (1991), U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida (1992), and U.S. Supreme Court U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fift (1996). Educated at Southern Methodist University (J.D., 1985) and Texas Christian University (B.S., 1982). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Sarasota, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Scott H. Carter is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, alternative dispute resolution, civil litigation and 4 other areas of law
  • Scott H. received a B.S. degree from Texas Christian University in 1982, and has been licensed for 41 years
  • Scott H. practices at Scott H. Carter of Dunlap & Moran, P.A. in Sarasota, FL

Practice Areas Explained

Scott H. Carter's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

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

Scott H. Carter is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Florida →

Estate & Trust Litigation

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Civil Litigation

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

Scott H. Carter is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Florida →

Mediation & Arbitration

Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.

Scott H. Carter is one of 73,906 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr 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 andnue, 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 H. Carter

Where is Scott H. Carter's law office located?
Scott H. Carter's law practice is located in Sarasota, Florida. The firm is Scott H. Carter of Dunlap & Moran, P.A.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Scott H. Carter handle?
Scott H. Carter focuses on business, estate litigation, litigation, adr. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has Scott H. Carter practiced law?
Scott H. Carter has 41+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1985.
Where did Scott H. Carter go to law school?
Scott H. Carter earned their education at (J.D., 1985); (B.S., 1982).
How can I contact Scott H. Carter for a consultation?
You can contact Scott H. Carter 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 H. Carter received?
Scott H. Carter's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Southern Methodist University
- 1985
B.S.
Texas Christian University
- 1982

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Texas
Admitted: 1985
Florida
Admitted: 1991
U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida
Admitted: 1992
U.S. Supreme Court U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fift
Admitted: 1996

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