Atty. Scott Jay Witlin

Atty. Scott Jay Witlin

Scott Jay Witlin is a lawyer practicing advertising & marketing, arbitration and grievances, class and collective actions and 8 other areas of law. Scott received a B.S. degree from Cornell University in 1985, and has been licensed for 38 years.

Los Angeles Los Angeles 38 yrs experience 38 year
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Profile Summary

About Scott Jay Witlin at a glance

Scott Jay Witlin is a Partner based in Los Angeles, California, practicing at Barnes & Thornburg LLP. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Their practice focuses on employment, ip, litigation, civil rights, and adr. Educated at Stanford Law School (J.D., 1988) and Cornell University (B.S., 1985). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Serands clients in Los Angeles, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Scott Jay Witlin is a lawyer practicing advertising & marketing, arbitration and grievances, class and collective actions and 8 other areas of law
  • Scott received a B.S. degree from Cornell University in 1985, and has been licensed for 38 years
  • Scott practices at Barnes & Thornburg LLP in Los Angeles, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Scott Jay Witlin's Areas of Practice

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

Employment Law

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

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Intellectual Property

IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.

Scott Jay Witlin is one of 106,079 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in California →

Civil Litigation

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Civil Rights

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Mediation & Arbitration

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

Scott Jay Witlin is one of 73,906 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr attorneys in California →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in California

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Scott Jay Witlin

Where is Scott Jay Witlin's law office located?
Scott Jay Witlin's law practice is located in Los Angeles, California. The firm is Barnes & Thornburg LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Scott Jay Witlin handle?
Scott Jay Witlin focuses on employment, ip, litigation, civil rights, adr. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Scott Jay Witlin practiced law?
Scott Jay Witlin has 38+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1988.
Where did Scott Jay Witlin go to law school?
Scott Jay Witlin earned their education at (J.D., 1988); (B.S., 1985).
How can I contact Scott Jay Witlin for a consultation?
You can contact Scott Jay Witlin 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 Jay Witlin received?
Scott Jay Witlin's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
Stanford Law School
- 1988
B.S.
Cornell University
- 1985

Awards

Peer Reviewed

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