Atty. Scott Jefferson Heaton

Atty. Scott Jefferson Heaton

Scott Jefferson Heaton is a lawyer practicing business law, commercial law, construction law and 3 other areas of law. Scott received a B.A. degree from University of California at Berkeley in 1970, and has been licensed for 52 years.

Carson City Carson City 52 yrs experience 52 year
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Profile Summary

About Scott Jefferson Heaton at a glance

Scott Jefferson Heaton is a Member based in Carson City, Nevada, practicing at Heaton Ltd.. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Their practice focuses on probate, business, real estate, and construction. Admitted to practice in California (1974) and Nevada (1975). Educated at Hastings College of Law, University of California (LL.B., 1974) and University of California at Berkeley (B.A., 1970). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of First Judicial District Bar Association State Bar of California State Bar of Nevada. Serands clients in Carson City, NV and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Scott Jefferson Heaton is a lawyer practicing business law, commercial law, construction law and 3 other areas of law
  • Scott received a B.A. degree from University of California at Berkeley in 1970, and has been licensed for 52 years
  • Scott practices at Heaton Ltd. in Carson City, NV

Practice Areas Explained

Scott Jefferson Heaton's Areas of Practice

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

Probate

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Business & Corporate Law

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

Scott Jefferson Heaton is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Nevada →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

Scott Jefferson Heaton is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Nevada →

Construction Law

Scott Jefferson Heaton is one of 40,689 construction attorneys indexed nationally. Browse construction attorneys in Nevada →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Nevada

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Scott Jefferson Heaton

Where is Scott Jefferson Heaton's law office located?
Scott Jefferson Heaton's law practice is located in Carson City, Nevada. The firm is Heaton Ltd.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Scott Jefferson Heaton handle?
Scott Jefferson Heaton focuses on probate, business, real estate, construction. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Nevada.
How long has Scott Jefferson Heaton practiced law?
Scott Jefferson Heaton has 52+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1974.
Where did Scott Jefferson Heaton go to law school?
Scott Jefferson Heaton earned their education at (LL.B., 1974); (B.A., 1970).
How can I contact Scott Jefferson Heaton for a consultation?
You can contact Scott Jefferson Heaton 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 Jefferson Heaton received?
Scott Jefferson Heaton's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

LL.B.
Hastings College of Law, University of California
- 1974
B.A.
University of California at Berkeley
- 1970

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1974
Nevada
Admitted: 1975

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