Administrative Law & More Attorney · Serving Phoenix, AZ · 33+ Years Experience
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About Scott K. Ames at a Glance
Scott K. Ames is an Of Counsel based in Phoenix, Arizona, practicing at Fennemore Craig P C. They have 33+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1993. Their practice focuses on personal injury, business, litigation, environmental, and government. Admitted to practice in Arizona (1993) and South Carolina (Inactive) (1999). Educated at Lewis & Clark University, Northwestern School of Law (J.D., 1993) and Arizona State University (B.S. Arizona, 1979). Serves clients in Phoenix, AZ and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Scott K. Ames
- Mr. Scott K. Ames is a lawyer practicing natural resources, administrative law, business torts and 5 other areas of law
- Scott received a B.S. degree from Arizona State University in 1979, and has been licensed for 33 years
- Scott practices at Fennemore Craig, P.C. in Phoenix, AZ
Practice Areas Explained
Scott K. Ames's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Scott K. Ames handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Phoenix.
Personal Injury in Phoenix
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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Business & Corporate Law in Phoenix
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Scott K. Ames is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Arizona →
Civil Litigation in Phoenix
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Scott K. Ames is one of 450,750 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Arizona →
Environmental Law in Phoenix
Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource law.
Scott K. Ames is one of 55,977 environmental attorneys indexed nationally. Browse environmental attorneys in Arizona →
Government & Administrative Law in Phoenix
Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.
Scott K. Ames is one of 131,162 government attorneys indexed nationally. Browse government attorneys in Arizona →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Phoenix
Practicing law in Arizona. Legal matters in Arizona are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Phoenix are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Arizona state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Arizona brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Arizona courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Phoenix Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Phoenix-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Phoenix Choose Scott K. Ames
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Scott K. Ames's practice in the field of personal injury, business, litigation, environmental, and government.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Scott K. Ames brings 33+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Arizona and South Carolina (Inactive), Scott K. Ames can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering personal injury, business, and litigation, Scott K. Ames can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Phoenix
A Phoenix-based practice means Scott K. Ames attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Scott K. Ames Handles in Phoenix
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Scott K. Ames has experience with under Arizona law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
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