Atty. Scott M Petersen

Atty. Scott M Petersen

Mr. Scott M Petersen is a lawyer practicing employment law, erisa, civil litigation.

Salt Lake City Salt Lake City 30 yrs experience 30 year
Call (385) 473-6130 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Scott M Petersen at a glance

Scott M Petersen is a Shareholder based in Salt Lake City, Utah, practicing at FABIAN VANCOTT. They have 30+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1996. Their practice focuses on employment and litigation. Admitted to practice in Utah (1996), U.S. Court of Appeals, Tenth Circuit (1998), U.S. Supreme Court (2000), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Federal Circuit (2011). Educated at Brigham Young University, J. Reuben Clark Law School (J.D. Top, 1996) and Arizona State University (M.A. Political, 1992). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Serands clients in Salt Lake City, UT and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. Scott M Petersen is a lawyer practicing employment law, erisa, civil litigation
  • Scott received a M.A. degree from Arizona State University in 1992, and has been licensed for 30 years
  • Scott practices at FABIAN VANCOTT in Salt Lake City, UT

Practice Areas Explained

Scott M Petersen's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Scott M Petersen 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.

Scott M Petersen is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Utah →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Utah

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Scott M Petersen

Where is Scott M Petersen's law office located?
Scott M Petersen's law practice is located in Salt Lake City, Utah. The firm is FABIAN VANCOTT. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Scott M Petersen handle?
Scott M Petersen focuses on employment, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Utah.
How long has Scott M Petersen practiced law?
Scott M Petersen has 30+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1996.
Where did Scott M Petersen go to law school?
Scott M Petersen earned their education at (J.D. Top, 1996); (M.A. Political, 1992).
How can I contact Scott M Petersen for a consultation?
You can contact Scott M 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 M Petersen received?
Scott M Petersen's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D. Top
Brigham Young University, J. Reuben Clark Law School
- 1996
M.A. Political
Arizona State University
- 1992

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Utah
Admitted: 1996
U.S. Court of Appeals, Tenth Circuit
Admitted: 1998
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 2000
U.S. Court of Appeals, Federal Circuit
Admitted: 2011

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