Atty. Scott Salemi

Atty. Scott Salemi

Scott concentrates his practice in the defense of complex civil litigation, with an emphasis on civil rights, medical malpractice, and first-party and third-party property cases. Scott is an accomplished trial lawyer with nearly fifty jury trials to his credit.

Madison Madison 34 yrs experience 34 year
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Profile Summary

About Scott Salemi at a glance

Scott Salemi is an Attorney based in Madison, Wisconsin, practforg at Murphy Desmond S.C.. They haand 34+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1992. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1992) and North Carolina United States District Court, Northern District of Illinois (Trial Bar) (1998). Educated at DePauw University (Bachelor, 1989). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Actiand member of Professional Associations •Illinois Association of Defense Trial Counsel •Illinois State Bar Association •Winnebago County Bar Association. Serands clients in Madison, WI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Scott concentrates his practice in the defense of complex civil litigation, with an emphasis on civil rights, medical malpractice, and first-party and third-party property cases
  • Scott is an accomplished trial lawyer with nearly fifty jury trials to his credit
  • He has tried substantial civil cases to verdict throughout Illinois in both state and federal court
  • Prior to joining Heyl Royster, Scott served as Senior Assistant State’s Attorney in Rockford, Illinois, and later as an Assistant Illinois Attorney General, assigned to a statewide trial assistance division
  • Scott has been selected as a Leading Lawyer in Illinois by the Law Bulletin Publishing Company in both Medical Malpractice Defense Law and Personal Injury Defense Law: General in 2014 and 2015
  • Public Speaking •“A Picture Is Worth 1,000 Words: The Use of Technology at Trial” Heyl Royster’s 33rd Annual Claims Handling Seminar 2018 •“Death in a County Jail: An Interactive Discussion of What to Do” National Commission on Correctional Health Care (NCCHC) National Conference 2016 •“Claims Handling - What’s on the Horizon” Land of Lincoln CPCU Society Chapter Workshop 2014 Professional Recognition •Selected as a Leading Lawyer in Medical Malpractice Defense Law;

Personal Injury Defense Law

  • General
  • Only five percent of lawyers in the state are named as Leading Lawyers
  • Year Joined Firm 2003 News 79 Heyl Royster Attorneys Top Leading Lawyers’ Latest List - 05/31/2018 60 Heyl Royster Attorneys on Leading Lawyers’ Latest List - 06/29/2017 57 Heyl Royster Attorneys Recognized by Leading Lawyers - 04/22/2016 Fifty Firm Attorneys Recognized as Leading Lawyers - 06/27/2014

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Wisconsin

Practforg law in Wisconsin. Legal matters in Wisconsin are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantiand law. Cases originating in Madison are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Wisconsin state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Wisconsin brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantiand law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Wisconsin courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Where is Scott Salemi's law office located?
Scott Salemi's law practice is located in Madison, Wisconsin. The firm is Murphy Desmond S.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
How long has Scott Salemi practiced law?
Scott Salemi has 34+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1992.
Where did Scott Salemi go to law school?
Scott Salemi earned their education at (Bachelor, 1989).
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What awards or recognition has Scott Salemi receiandd?
Scott Salemi's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

Bachelor
DePauw University
- 1989

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1992
North Carolina United States District Court, Northern District of Illinois (Trial Bar)
Admitted: 1998

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