- (619) 677-5800
- 5060 N. Harbor Dr. Suite 275 San Diego, California
Scott Scheper, ESQ
HARVARD LAW
(Harvard Law 91')
The Problem Solver
J. Scott Scheper is a seasoned San Diego trial lawyer with over 25 years of experience. Known for his strategic acumen and aggressive advocacy, Scott is dedicated to achieving optimal outcomes for his clients, in business, construction, real estate, employment law and more.
Across all practice areas, Scott is dedicated to delivering strategic and effective legal solutions to protect his clients’ interests.
Areas of Practice
- Construction Law & Construction Litigation
- Employment Law
- Intellectual Property
- Real Property Litigation
- Trials and Appeals
Matters of Representation
- Construction Law & Litigation Represented design construction manager in a complex, multi-party dispute involving a nearly $200 million public works project.
Successfully represented developer in high-stakes construction contract negotiations and subsequent litigation.
Secured significant settlements for multiple homeowners in construction defect cases.
Resolved complex construction lending and partnership disputes in a high-profile bankruptcy case.Achieved favorable outcomes for owners and contractors in various construction-related matters. - Real Estate LawRepresented local developers in complex property litigation, including disputes over development rights and insurance coverage.
Successfully defended healthcare organization against public entity’s challenge to long-term lease.
Provided strategic counsel to federally-recognized Indian Tribes on complex land and governance issues. - Business & Corporate LawRepresented national defense contractor in high-stakes litigation involving military equipment contracts.
Successfully resolved complex contract disputes for a global manufacturing company.
Provided comprehensive legal counsel to local businesses in various industries, including regulatory compliance and employment matters.
Represented commercial airline in high-profile employment litigation involving safety concerns.
Achieved favorable outcome for luxury hotel in complex ERISA litigation. - Securities & Intellectual Property LawRepresented publicly-traded company in high-stakes securities and employment litigation.
Successfully defended securities brokerage in complex arbitration involving trade secret misappropriation.
Protected intellectual property rights for regional specialty and health food store chain. - Sports LawRepresented public telecommunications company in complex sponsorship dispute involving Olympic affiliation.
Provided strategic counsel to minority owner of professional sports franchise in complex negotiations.
Successfully protected creditor interests of professional sports franchise in bankruptcy proceedings.
Professional Affiliations & Admissions
- State Bar of California
- San Diego County Bar Association
- San Diego Inns of Court
- American Inns of Court, Louis M. Welsh San Diego Chapter
- American Business Trial Lawyers
- California Supreme Court
- U.S. Supreme Court
- U.S. Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals
- U.S. District Court, Southern, Northern and Central Districts of California
- U.S. Bankruptcy Court, Southern and Central Districts of California
Community Affiliations
- RedCoat Committee Member, San Diego Bowl Game Association (Holiday Bowl)
- San Diego County Youth Football, Coastal Tritons Head Coach/Board Member (2009 – 2016)
- Former Member, Board of Directors, San Diego Alumni Chapter, Case Western Reserve University
Publications & Speaking Engagements
- Author, States Rights, Tunnels and Tunneling magazine, December – January 2015 issue
- Panelist, Construction Day, San Diego Daily Transcript (2014)
- Speaker, Forensic Expert Witness Association (FEWA), “What to Expect from an Expert Witness” (2012)
- Speaker, Forensic Consultants Association (FCA), “Bridging the Gap – Working with Lawyers for Effective Experts” (2012)
- Presenter, Forensic Consultants Accounting, “What to Expect From an Expert Witness” (2012)
- Panelist, California Continuing Education of the Bar program, “Civil Litigation Practice: Annual Recent Developments” (2004-2007)
- Author, “Home Security Issues,” Today’s Changing Times, SCMV Newsletter (2001)
- Panelist, California Continuing Education of the Bar program, “Discovery Planning: Strategies, Tools and Tactics” (2001)
- Periodic On-Air Legal Analyst for Fox 6 Morning News (2000-2001)
- Discrimination in Employment (2000)
- Panelist, California Continuing Education of the Bar program, “Strategic Tips for Successfully Propounding and Opposing Written Discovery” (2000)
- Panelist and Moderator, Continuing Education of the Bar program, “Expert Witnesses” (2000)
- Speaker and Contributing Author, “Legal Ethics in California” seminar, Lorman Education Services (2000)
- Panelist, California Continuing Education of the Bar, “Discovery Strategies and Tactics for Success” (1999)
Professional Awards & Honors
- AV-Peer Review Rating (5.0 out of 5.0) on Martindale-Hubbell™ (2005 – 2020)
- AV-Preeminent Attorney – Judicial Edition (Bar and Judiciary Rating, 2013 – 2020)
- San Diego (and Southern California) Super Lawyers™ (2012 – 2020, Business Litigation, Construction and Employment Litigation)
- AV-Preeminent Rating, Lawyers.com (2018 – 2020)
- Top Rated Lawyer in Labor & Employment Law (American Lawyer, 2012; Fortune Magazine, 2014)
- Top Lawyers of Southern California (Los Angeles Magazine, 2013 – 2015) and Top Lawyers in San Diego (San Diego Magazine, 2013 – 2020)
- America’s Most Honored Professionals (The American Registry, 2014 – 2019) – Top 1% (2016 – 2019)
- America’s Most Honored Lawyers (The American Registry) – Top 1% (Inaugural 2020 Award)
Hobbies and Interests
- Family Time
- College Football
- Sport Fishing
(Harvard Law 91')
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