Atty. Scott Weaver
Scott Weaver practices in the areas of commercial litigation, general civil litigation, real estate, and business. His litigation focus includes real estate disputes, construction disputes, landlord-tenant disputes, employment disputes, bankruptcy disputes, general business disputes, and collections.
Commercial Litigation Attorney · Serving Seattle, WA
Profile Summary
About Scott Weaver at a Glance
Scott Weaver is a business and litigation attorney based in Seattle, Washington, practicing at Carney Badley Spellman PS. Admitted to practice in California, The State Bar of California and Washington, Washington State Bar Association. Educated at University of Washington (—, 2008) and University of California Los Angeles (J.D., 1996). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Awards: (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Listed in (2026). Serves clients in Seattle, WA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Scott Weaver
- Scott Weaver practices in the areas of commercial litigation, general civil litigation, real estate, and business
- His litigation focus includes real estate disputes, construction disputes, landlord-tenant disputes, employment disputes, bankruptcy disputes, general business disputes, and collections
- He represents property owners, contractors, property managers, and small and large businesses, approaching disputes with a business person's perspective — informed in part by his experience as a small business owner and investment property owner and manager
- He is licensed to practice in federal, state, and bankruptcy courts in both Washington and California
- Weaver regularly lectures and teaches other attorneys, property owners, and property managers on commercial landlord-tenant litigation, bankruptcy, landlord-tenant law, and collecting from defaulting commercial tenants
- He has been listed in Best Lawyers in America for Commercial Litigation since 2024, named a Washington Super Lawyer since 2016, and listed in Legal 500 in 2026
Practice Areas Explained
Scott Weaver's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Scott Weaver handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Seattle.
Business & Corporate Law in Seattle
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Civil Litigation in Seattle
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Seattle
Practicing law in Washington. Legal matters in Washington are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Seattle are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Washington state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Washington brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Washington courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Seattle Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Seattle-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Seattle Choose Scott Weaver
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Scott Weaver's practice in the field of business and litigation.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in California, The State Bar of California and Washington, Washington State Bar Association, Scott Weaver can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business and litigation, Scott Weaver can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Seattle
A Seattle-based practice means Scott Weaver attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Scott Weaver Handles in Seattle
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