Jacqueline Scott, Attorney at Law, is “a force to be reckoned with.” The firm has several legal departments, each handling varied cases and staffed by attorneys experienced in those areas. Ms. Scott combines her 20 years experience, modern technology, and her staff with a combined experience of 75 years to fight the cause for justice.
Scott is a humble and assertive individual with a unique insight into the inner working of the court systems. Jacqueline Scott worked as a clerk for two District Court Judges and assistant to the Louisiana State Senator and paralegal instructor, also probation and parole officer. This gives the client a tremendous advantage in strategizing complaints or defenses. She is known as a champion fighter for all legal remedies. Her peers have consistently picked her as a favorite in 2003, 2004, 2006, 2007 and 2008 by SB Magazine’s Lawyers Poll. Scott attributes success to her relationship with God and her strong belief in Matthew 6:33, “Seek ye first the kingdom of god and his righteousness and all these things shall be added unto you.”
In a field traditionally dominated by men, Scott is not easily intimidated. This entrepreneur is creative, aggressive and highly ethical. Her goals are to continue to bring to the table her faith in God, professional integrity, commitment and ingenuity for her clients.
Ms. Scott is admitted to practice law before the Louisiana Supreme Court, Federal Court, Western District of Louisiana, Court of Appeals and Federal, State and Municipal Courts
Information about the background and experience of our lawyers can be found at the links below.
- Jacqueline Scott
More Than 30 Years Of Dedicated Public Service
Attorney Scott is a recognized leader in the legal community. Over the course of her more than 30-year career, she has received dozens of awards and recognition, including:
- NAACP Award of Recognition
- African-American Women Trailblazers Award
- L.L. Brandon Role Model and History Maker Award
- The Shreveport-Bossier Black Lawyers Association Appreciation Award
- University of Notre Dame: Mendoza College of Business Certificate of Achievement
- Southern University Law Center Hall of Fame Inductee
- Featured on the cover of SB Magazine: Top Attorneys
- Featured on the cover of SB Magazine: The Best Lawyers in Shreveport
Ms. Scott has also been nominated as a favorite every year from 2003 to 2015 by SB Magazine’s Lawyers Poll.
Standing Up For Clients’ Rights
While law is historically a male-dominated profession, Ms. Scott is not intimidated. She stands up for her clients’ rights and provides creative, aggressive and ethical representation.