Atty. Scott M. Tyler

Atty. Scott M. Tyler

Scott Tyler has more than two decades of experience successfully representing some of the nation’s largest financial services, manufacturing, real estate, and other companies in a range of complex disputes. He provides his clients with a practical approach to achieving a balance between business considerations and zealous advocacy.

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Profile Summary

About Scott M. Tyler at a glance

Scott M. Tyler is a business, construction, and litigation attorney based in Charlotte, North Carolina, practicing at Moore & Van Allen PLLC. Educated at Duke University (J.D., 1996). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Construction Law (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Construction (2026). Serands clients in Charlotte, NC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Scott Tyler has more than two decades of experience successfully representing some of the nation’s largest financial services, manufacturing, real estate, and other companies in a range of complex disputes
  • He provides his clients with a practical approach to achieving a balance between business considerations and zealous advocacy
  • Scott focuses his time—and his clients’ resources—on a strategic path to success by creating a road map for each case, from pleadings to motions, to discovery, and onto trial
  • He is prepared to seek a prompt but favorable compromise or to fight aggressively for his clients’ interests
  • He works thoughtfully with legal experts while considering a cost-benefit analysis for both tactical and strategic issues impacting each matter
  • Scott guides other attorneys using the same methodical, effective approach
  • Scott served as co-head of the Litigation group for nearly a decade and on the firm’s Management Committee

Practice Areas Explained

Scott M. Tyler's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

Scott M. Tyler is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in North Carolina →

Construction Law

Scott M. Tyler is one of 40,689 construction attorneys indexed nationally. Browse construction attorneys in North Carolina →

Civil Litigation

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

Scott M. Tyler is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in North Carolina →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in North Carolina

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Scott M. Tyler

Where is Scott M. Tyler's law office located?
Scott M. Tyler's law practice is located in Charlotte, North Carolina. The firm is Moore & Van Allen PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Scott M. Tyler handle?
Scott M. Tyler focuses on business, construction, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in North Carolina.
Where did Scott M. Tyler go to law school?
Scott M. Tyler earned their education at (J.D., 1996).
How can I contact Scott M. Tyler for a consultation?
You can contact Scott M. Tyler 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. Tyler received?
Scott M. Tyler's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation; Best Lawyers in America — Construction Law; Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Construction; Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:; Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Banking and Finance.

Education

J.D.
Duke University
- 1996

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Construction Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Construction
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Banking and Finance
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Bankruptcy
- 2026

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