Atty. Scott M. Shaw

Atty. Scott M. Shaw

Scott represents several local, regional and national shopping center developers with regard to litigation and bankruptcy matters. His practice has focused primarily on business-based and property-related litigation at the state and federal levels.

Chattanooga Chattanooga 29 yrs experience 29 year
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Profile Summary

About Scott M. Shaw at a glance

Scott M. Shaw is a Member based in Chattanooga, Tennessee, practicing at Evans Harrison Hackett, PLLC. They have 29+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1997. Their practice focuses on contracts, business, bankruptcy, breach of contract, and civil rights. Admitted to practice in Georgia (1997) and Tennessee (1998). Educated at Georgia State University College of Law (J.D. CALI, 1997) and Wake Forest University (B.A., 1994). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of State Bar of Georgia Bar Tennessee Bar Association Federal Bar Association. Serands clients in Chattanooga, TN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Scott represents several local, regional and national shopping center developers with regard to litigation and bankruptcy matters
  • His practice has focused primarily on business-based and property-related litigation at the state and federal levels
  • Scott also has extensive experience litigating a variety of commercial and general civil matters
  • He has also represented creditors in current national bankruptcies of major retailers
  • Scott has handled bench and jury trials in Tennessee and Georgia at the state and federal levels, and has successfully presented appeals in both the state appellate courts and federal circuit courts of appeal
  • Awards & Recognitions • Mid-South Super Lawyers, Business Litigation, Rising Star, 2011-2012 Professional Associations & Memberships • American Association for Justice • American Bar Association • Brock/Cooper American Inn of Court • Chattanooga Bar Association, Past President, Young Lawyers Division, Board of Governors, 2005-2006 • Federal Bar Association, Board of Directors, Chattanooga Chapter • Georgia Trial Lawyers Association • State Bar of Georgia • State Bar of Tennessee • Tennessee Association for Justice • Tennessee Bar Association, Young Lawyers Division
  • Publicity Comm., 2001-2002
  • Federal Practice Section Board of Directors
  • Leadership Law Class, 2006 • Tennessee Board of Professional Responsibility - Hearing Panel Civic Involvement • Cornerstones, Inc., Board of Directors • Engel Stadium Foundation, President • Fort Wood Neighborhood Association, Vice President • St. Paul's Episcopal Church, Vestryman, Stewardship Chair, Endowment Committee Chair, Investment

Practice Areas Explained

Scott M. Shaw's Areas of Practice

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

Contracts

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Business & Corporate Law

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Bankruptcy & Debt

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Breach of Contract

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Civil Rights

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Tennessee

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Scott M. Shaw

Where is Scott M. Shaw's law office located?
Scott M. Shaw's law practice is located in Chattanooga, Tennessee. The firm is Evans Harrison Hackett, PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Scott M. Shaw handle?
Scott M. Shaw focuses on contracts, business, bankruptcy, breach of contract, civil rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Tennessee.
How long has Scott M. Shaw practiced law?
Scott M. Shaw has 29+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1997.
Where did Scott M. Shaw go to law school?
Scott M. Shaw earned their education at (J.D. CALI, 1997); (B.A., 1994).
How can I contact Scott M. Shaw for a consultation?
You can contact Scott M. Shaw 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. Shaw received?
Scott M. Shaw's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D. CALI
Georgia State University College of Law
- 1997
B.A.
Wake Forest University
- 1994

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Georgia
Admitted: 1997
Tennessee
Admitted: 1998

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