Atty. William Stephen Scott

Atty. William Stephen Scott

William Stephen Scott is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy law, debtor and creditor rights, commercial law. William received a B.A. degree from University of Virginia in 1971, and has been licensed for 52 years.

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Profile Summary

About William Stephen Scott at a glance

William Stephen Scott is a Member based in Charlottesville, Virginia, practicing at Scott | Kroner, PLC. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Their practice focuses on business, bankruptcy, and creditor rights. Admitted to practice in Mississippi (1974) and Virginia (1974). Educated at University of Mississippi, School of Law (J.D., 1974) and University of Virginia (B.A., 1971). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Charlottesville-Albemarle Bar Association Virginia State Bar. Serands clients in Charlottesville, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • William Stephen Scott is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy law, debtor and creditor rights, commercial law
  • William received a B.A. degree from University of Virginia in 1971, and has been licensed for 52 years
  • William practices at Scott | Kroner, PLC in Charlottesville, VA

Practice Areas Explained

William Stephen Scott's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases William Stephen Scott 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.

William Stephen Scott is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Virginia →

Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

William Stephen Scott is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Virginia →

Creditor Rights & Collections

William Stephen Scott is one of 42,948 creditor rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse creditor rights attorneys in Virginia →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Virginia

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about William Stephen Scott

Where is William Stephen Scott's law office located?
William Stephen Scott's law practice is located in Charlottesville, Virginia. The firm is Scott | Kroner, PLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William Stephen Scott handle?
William Stephen Scott focuses on business, bankruptcy, creditor rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Virginia.
How long has William Stephen Scott practiced law?
William Stephen Scott has 52+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1974.
Where did William Stephen Scott go to law school?
William Stephen Scott earned their education at (J.D., 1974); (B.A., 1971).
How can I contact William Stephen Scott for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has William Stephen Scott received?
William Stephen Scott's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Mississippi, School of Law
- 1974
B.A.
University of Virginia
- 1971

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Mississippi
Admitted: 1974
Virginia
Admitted: 1974

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