Atty. Scott Paetty

Atty. Scott Paetty

Scott Paetty is a lawyer practicing criminal law, litigation, entertainment. Scott received a B.A. degree from Stanford University in 1990, and has been licensed for 16 years.

Los Angeles Los Angeles 16 yrs experience 16 year
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Profile Summary

About Scott Paetty at a glance

Scott Paetty is an Associate based in Los Angeles, California, practicing at O'Melveny & Myers LLP. They have 16+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2010. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, litigation, and entertainment. Admitted to practice in California (2010), Louisiana (2010), U.S. District Court, Louisiana (2010), and U.S. District Court, Central District of California (2011). Educated at Loyola Law School (J.D., 2009) and Stanford University (B.A., 1990). Serands clients in Los Angeles, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Scott Paetty is a lawyer practicing criminal law, litigation, entertainment
  • Scott received a B.A. degree from Stanford University in 1990, and has been licensed for 16 years
  • Scott practices at O'Melveny & Myers LLP in Los Angeles, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Scott Paetty's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

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Civil Litigation

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Entertainment & Sports Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in California

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Scott Paetty

Where is Scott Paetty's law office located?
Scott Paetty's law practice is located in Los Angeles, California. The firm is O'Melveny & Myers LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Scott Paetty handle?
Scott Paetty focuses on criminal defense, litigation, entertainment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Scott Paetty practiced law?
Scott Paetty has 16+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2010.
Where did Scott Paetty go to law school?
Scott Paetty earned their education at (J.D., 2009); (B.A., 1990).
How can I contact Scott Paetty for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Loyola Law School
- 2009
B.A.
Stanford University
- 1990

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 2010
Louisiana
Admitted: 2010
U.S. District Court, Louisiana
Admitted: 2010
U.S. District Court, Central District of California
Admitted: 2011
U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
Admitted: 2012

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