Atty. Scott Kenneth Petersen

Atty. Scott Kenneth Petersen

Atty. Scott Kenneth Petersen is a lawyer practicing probate & trust, appellate practice, business litigation and 5 other areas of law.

Sarasota Sarasota 33 yrs experience 33 year
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Profile Summary

About Scott Kenneth Petersen at a glance

Scott Kenneth Petersen is a trusts, probate, business, real estate, and construction attorney based in Sarasota, Florida. They have 33+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1993. Admitted to practice in California (1993), Wisconsin (1999), and Florida (2005). Educated at Pepperdine University School of Law (J.D., 1993) and University of Wisconsin-Madison (B.B.A. Business, 1989). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Sarasota County and American Bar Associations The Florida Bar State Bar of California State Bar of Wisconsin Sarasota Chamber of Commerce Leadership Class of 2008 Big Brothers Big Sisters Corporate Board and Chair. Serands clients in Sarasota, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Atty. Scott Kenneth Petersen is a lawyer practicing probate & trust, appellate practice, business litigation and 5 other areas of law
  • Scott received a B.B.A. degree from University of Wisconsin-Madison in 1989, and has been licensed for 33 years
  • Scott practices in Sarasota, FL

Practice Areas Explained

Scott Kenneth Petersen's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

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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.

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Real Estate Law

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

Scott Kenneth Petersen is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Florida →

Construction Law

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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 Kenneth Petersen

Where is Scott Kenneth Petersen's law office located?
Scott Kenneth Petersen's law practice is located in Sarasota, Florida. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Scott Kenneth Petersen handle?
Scott Kenneth Petersen focuses on trusts, probate, business, real estate, construction. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has Scott Kenneth Petersen practiced law?
Scott Kenneth Petersen has 33+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1993.
Where did Scott Kenneth Petersen go to law school?
Scott Kenneth Petersen earned their education at (J.D., 1993); (B.B.A. Business, 1989).
How can I contact Scott Kenneth Petersen for a consultation?
You can contact Scott Kenneth Petersen 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 Kenneth Petersen received?
Scott Kenneth Petersen's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Pepperdine University School of Law
- 1993
B.B.A. Business
University of Wisconsin-Madison
- 1989

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1993
Wisconsin
Admitted: 1999
Florida
Admitted: 2005

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