Atty. Scott William Plankey
Scott Plankey was born in Holyoke, MA, but considers Augusta, GA to be his adopted hometown. During his formative years, he had the good fortune of living in the great states of Massachusetts, Florida, Missouri, Ohio, New Hampshire, and ultimately Georgia, which developed his ability to relate to clients from a multitude of regions and backgrounds.
Automobile Negligence & More Attorney · Serving Tampa, FL · 15+ Years Experience
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About Scott William Plankey at a Glance
Scott William Plankey is a Managing Partner based in Tampa, Florida, practicing at Hightower, Stratton, Novigrod & Kantor. They have 15+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2011. Their practice focuses on wrongful death, personal injury, real estate, construction, and securities. Admitted to practice in Florida (2011). Educated at University of Miami School of Law (J.D., 2011). Serves clients in Tampa, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Scott William Plankey
- Scott Plankey was born in Holyoke, MA, but considers Augusta, GA to be his adopted hometown
- During his formative years, he had the good fortune of living in the great states of Massachusetts, Florida, Missouri, Ohio, New Hampshire, and ultimately Georgia, which developed his ability to relate to clients from a multitude of regions and backgrounds
- He attended Lakeside High School, played basketball and was an active member of FBLA (Future Business Leaders of America)
- Scott attended the University of Georgia, in Athens, and graduated with a B.A. in International Business in 1999
- Scott returned to his alma mater in 2003, and received an MBA with concentrations in Corporate Finance, Consulting, and Risk Management in 2004
- While in graduate school, he was a founding member of, and was selected as the VP of Professional Development for the Graduate Marketing Organization
- Scott attended the University Of Miami School Of Law
- While in law school, he worked as a legal intern for the Honorable Patricia Marino-Pedraza, the State Attorney’s Office of Miami-Dade County, and the Office of the General Counsel for Vital Pharmaceuticals, Inc. Before coming to work for the firm, Scott gained valuable experience working for the Seventh District Coast Guard Office of the Judge Advocate General
- Scott is the Managing Partner for the firm’s Tampa Bay office
- He concentrates his practice exclusively in Florida in the areas of civil litigation including automobile negligence, construction defect, insurance defense, first-party property, hotel & restaurant liability, negligent security, premises liability, windstorm and wrongful death
- Through the use of aggressive litigation and timely mediation, Scott has secured numerous favorable settlements for his clients in both simple and complex litigation matters
- Scott has also successfully argued dispositive motions in a number of cases throughout the state of Florida that have allowed for their economical and expeditious conclusion
- Scott is a member in good standing with the Florida Bar
- He is also admitted to practice in the United States District Court for the Middle and Southern Districts of Florida
- Additionally, Scott has been named a Super Lawyers© for his exceptional work in civil litigation
- Scott was named Florida Trend Legal Elite NOTABLE - Managing Partner for 2023 and has been named in the 2022, 2023 and 2024 edition of Best Lawyers in America® for Insurance Law
- Scott now calls St. Petersburg, FL his home
- He has volunteered with Habitat for Humanity and is an advocate for animal welfare, so much so that he recently adopted a 6-month old black Labrador retriever named Ripley rescued from a rural underpass
- In his spare time, he enjoys cooking, going to the beach, and supporting the University of Georgia Bulldogs
Practice Areas Explained
Scott William Plankey's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Scott William Plankey handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Tampa.
Wrongful Death in Tampa
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Personal Injury in Tampa
Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.
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Real Estate Law in Tampa
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
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Construction Law in Tampa
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Securities Law in Tampa
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Tampa
Practicing law in Florida. Legal matters in Florida are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Tampa are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Florida state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Florida 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 Florida courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Tampa Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Tampa-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 Tampa Choose Scott William Plankey
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 William Plankey's practice in the field of wrongful death, personal injury, real estate, construction, and securities.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Scott William Plankey brings 15+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering wrongful death, personal injury, and real estate, Scott William Plankey can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Tampa
A Tampa-based practice means Scott William Plankey 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 William Plankey Handles in Tampa
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This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Scott William Plankey directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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