Atty. Scott L. Puro

Atty. Scott L. Puro

Scott L. Puro is a lawyer practicing human and civil rights, insurance defense, elder law and 12 other areas of law.

Lawrenceville Lawrenceville 27 yrs experience 27 year
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Profile Summary

About Scott L. Puro at a glance

Scott L. Puro is a Partner based in Lawrenceville, New Jersey, practicing at Backes & Hill, L.L.P.. They have 27+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1999. Their practice focuses on residential, trusts, probate, estate planning, and business. Admitted to practice in New Jersey (1999), New York (2000), District of Columbia (2000), and Pennsylvania (2006). Educated at The State University of New Jersey, Rutgers School of Law, Camden (J.D., 1998) and Rutgers College (B.A., 1994). Active member of Mercer County (Trustee, Real Estate Section, 2004-2007) and New Jersey State Bar Associations Trustee, Mercer County Bar Foundation, 2007—. Serands clients in Lawrenceville, NJ and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Scott L. Puro is a lawyer practicing human and civil rights, insurance defense, elder law and 12 other areas of law
  • Scott received a B.A. degree from Rutgers College in 1994, and has been licensed for 27 years
  • Scott practices at Backes & Hill, L.L.P. in Lawrenceville, NJ

Practice Areas Explained

Scott L. Puro's Areas of Practice

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

Residential Real Estate

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Trusts

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Probate

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Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

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Business & Corporate Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in New Jersey

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Scott L. Puro

Where is Scott L. Puro's law office located?
Scott L. Puro's law practice is located in Lawrenceville, New Jersey. The firm is Backes & Hill, L.L.P.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Scott L. Puro handle?
Scott L. Puro focuses on residential, trusts, probate, estate planning, business. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New Jersey.
How long has Scott L. Puro practiced law?
Scott L. Puro has 27+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1999.
Where did Scott L. Puro go to law school?
Scott L. Puro earned their education at (J.D., 1998); (B.A., 1994).
How can I contact Scott L. Puro for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
The State University of New Jersey, Rutgers School of Law, Camden
- 1998
B.A.
Rutgers College
- 1994

Bar Admissions

New Jersey
Admitted: 1999
New York
Admitted: 2000
District of Columbia
Admitted: 2000
Pennsylvania
Admitted: 2006

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