Biography Photo for Stuart Scott

Stuart Scott

Stuart is a litigation attorney with over 30 years of experience. He has tried hundreds of cases in both state and federal court. Some of his noteworthy victories have been featured in local, state and national publications.  Stuart is also listed as a Supreme Court Rule 31 Family Law Mediator.

Following law school, Stuart was a judicial clerk for the Honorable Samuel L. Lewis, Court of Appeals for the State of Tennessee. This experience allowed Stuart to work on and author significant portions of multiple dozens of Court of Appeals opinions in areas involving litigation, including a large number of family law cases. His judicial clerkship has proven to be invaluable in his current practice.

Stuart's primary area of practice is family law. He represents people going through divorce and in premarital and post-divorce issues. Stuart focuses his efforts on providing his legal services and advice to his clients in these areas.

Stuart has successfully represented wives and husbands in negotiating through the difficult process that divorce can entail. He is a dad who has experienced divorce; Stuart understands how painful the process can be. Rather than focusing on an adversarial relationship, Stuart works with his clients to move them forward in life towards their next chapter.

This said, if you need him to be tough, Stuart is your man. He will not back down, and he will protect your interests.

Personal Information

Stuart was recognized as one of the 2022 Best Family attorneys in the Country by Best Lawyers in America.  Stuart is a father. He is actively involved in the community and Stuart helps indigent clients with their divorces. Although Nashville has always been his home base, Stuart has lived extensively in Europe growing up and he speaks German.  Stuart also has been a professional fighter and has 15 professional fights to his credit. Stuart is a professional fight judge and referee.  He has refereed title fights.  If he can keep someone safe from a world-class fighter, imagine what he can do for you!

Education & Credentials

Education

Vanderbilt University

B.A., 1984

University of Tennessee

J.D., 1988
  • Dean's Advisory Council
  • Moot Court Board

Bar Admission

  • Tennessee1988

Spoken Languages

  • German

Acknowledgements

  • Davidson County Juvenile Babies Court
    • Spotlight Award, 2024
  • Best Lawyers in America®
    • Family Law, 2023

Representative Clients

  • Allied Insurance Company
  • Amerisure Insurance Company
  • Brotherhood Mutual Insurance Company
  • Comtrak Logistics
  • D. Canale & Co
  • Federated Rural Electric Insurance Exchange
  • Great West Casualty Company
  • LandAir
  • Middle Tennessee EMC
  • Protective Insurance Company

Professional Involvement

  • American Bar Association
  • Tennessee Bar Association
  • Fellow: Nashville Bar Association
  • Harry Phillips American Inns of Court, Member

Community Involvement

  • Prior Chair of NBA Community Relations Committee
  • Began NBA recycling program for the bar association for the City of Nashville
  • Prior Uptown and Downtown YMCA Board Member
  • Prior Tennessee German Chamber Steering Committee and Head of Fundraising
  • Parent Board Member and Head of Father’s Network, Harpeth Hall School

Experience

  • Judicial Clerk to the Honorable Samuel Lewis on the Tennessee Court of Appeals
  • Lived extensively in Europe and speaks German

Court Admissions

  • Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals, 2021

Publications/Presentations

    • Co-Host, "The Do's and Don'ts of Divorce," DW FastTrack Podcast, January 2024

    • Author, "Will I Pay Less Child Support If I Pay For Private School Tuition?,” Family Focus Blog, March 2023
    • Author, "What Income Counts Towards Child Support Obligations?”, Dickinson Wright Family Focus Blog, November 2022
    • Author, “What Part of Our Property Does My Spouse Have an Interest In?,” Family Focus blog, April 2021 
    • "I Am Unhappy in My Marriage - So Why Am I Sad About My Divorce?", Dickinson Wright Family Focus Blog, March 4, 2020
    • “What Are the Three Most Important Words in Divorce?”, Dickinson Wright Family Focus Blog, January 3, 2020
    • “What Happens With Parenting Time and Custody If I Have To Move After My Divorce?”, Dickinson Wright Family Focus Blog, September 13, 2019
    • "What is the Best Way to Communicate With My Lawyer During My Divorce?”, Dickinson Wright Family Focus Blog, June 28, 2019
    • “Tips to Keep in Mind When Child Support Needs to Change,” Dickinson Wright Family Focus Blog, June 21, 2019
    • “How Long Do I Have To Pay Child Support?” Dickinson Wright Family Focus Blog, June 14, 2019
    • "What Gives Me The Best Chance For Success Post-Divorce?” Dickinson Wright Family Focus Blog, April 5, 2019
    • “Do I Need A Right of First Refusal In My Parenting Plan?” Dickinson Wright Family Focus Blog, March 1, 2019
    • “Making Your Divorce Quick and Painless In Tennessee,” Dickinson Wright Family Focus Blog, February 1, 2019
    • “Divorce: Fight or Flight?” Dickinson Wright Family Focus Blog, January 11, 2019
    • "Parental Alienation: Parental Problem," Dickinson Wright Family Focus Blog, October 12, 2018
    • "Military Retirement: What Spouses Need to Know," Dickinson Wright Family Focus Blog, June 22, 2018
    • "What Happens to Summer Break with My Children When I Am Divorced?" Dickinson Wright Family Focus Blog, May 18, 2018
    • "My Spouse Has Refused to Give Me a Divorce, What Can I Do, Part II," Dickinson Wright Family Focus Blog, February 23, 2018
    • "How Do I Deal With a Difficult Spouse During Divorce?" Dickinson Wright Family Focus Blog, December 29, 2017
    • "What Happens to My Retirement Plan If I Go Through a Divorce?" Dickinson Wright Family Focus Blog, December 8, 2017
    • "Electronic Media: What Can I Look at When I'm Going Through My Divorce?" Dickinson Wright Family Focus Blog, November 22, 2017
    • "Must I Still Pay More After I'm Divorced?" Dickinson Wright Family Focus Blog, November 17, 2017
    Have a question or want to connect?