General Information
Year founded:
1976
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Overview
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Scott Douglass & McConnico LLP is an advocacy firm. We practice civil litigation, appellate law, administrative proceedings, and energy-related matters. Our attorneys handle a wide range of business litigation—including contract disputes, business torts, class actions, oil and gas, and labor and employment matters—representing both plaintiffs and defendants. Each year, we try many bench and jury trials. We have represented clients in hundreds of arbitrations and mediations. Some of our attorneys also serve as mediators and arbitrators. We have one of the largest administrative law practices before the Texas Railroad Commission, the Texas Comptroller's Office, and the Texas General Land Office. We also practice before many other state and federal regulatory agencies. We pride ourselves in the speedy resolution of cases. Our philosophy is to be aggressive, yet cost-conscious. Our firm culture comes from our founding partners, Wally Scott and Frank Douglass. These two lawyers created the chemistry that keeps us unique. Wally brought his legendary wit, love of life, assertiveness, and "go for the jugular" approach to practicing law. Frank brought his energy, depth of analysis, attention to detail, and business acumen. Our lawyers aspire to these qualities, which define our firm and our practice. Our lawyers enjoy an environment in which they can practice law at the most challenging levels but in a relaxed atmosphere that makes the practice of law fun. We have a unique law firm. We know it, value it highly, and intend to preserve it.
Rankings
Scott Douglass & McConnico LLP is metro ranked in 8 practice areas. Best Law Firms rankings are based on a rigorous evaluation process.
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Austin
Tier 1 for Appellate Practice
Tier 1 for Bet-the-Company Litigation
Tier 1 for Commercial Litigation
Tier 1 for Legal Malpractice Law - Defendants
Tier 1 for Litigation - Construction
Highlighted Client Comments
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Legal Malpractice Law - Defendants
Scott Douglass & McConnico is our go-to legal malpractice defense lawyers in Austin and Central Texas.
Michael D. Yarber,
President
– TEXAS LAWYERS INSURANCE EXCHANGE
Rankings
Regional Rankings
Austin
Tier 1 for Appellate Practice
Tier 1 for Bet-the-Company Litigation
Tier 1 for Commercial Litigation
Tier 1 for Legal Malpractice Law - Defendants
Tier 1 for Litigation - Construction
Tier 1 for Litigation - Trusts and Estates
Tier 1 for Oil and Gas Law
Tier 1 for Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants
Practice Areas
The below are areas of legal specialty volunteered by the firm and do not designate a specialty in which a Best Law Firms ranking is held.
- Appellate Practice
- Bet-the-Company Litigation
- Commercial Litigation
- Legal Malpractice Law - Defendants
- Natural Resources Law
- Oil and Gas Law
- Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants
- Professional Malpractice Law - Defendants
Individuals Recognized in The Best Lawyers in America®
Scott Douglass & McConnico LLP has 11 lawyers recognized for individual performance in the 2025 edition of The Best Lawyers in
America®.
By receiving this Best Lawyers recognition from their peers for their professional excellence, these lawyers made Scott Douglass & McConnico LLP eligible for evaluation for Best Law Firms rankings.
For almost two decades, Best Lawyers has awarded these singular accolades, making them the foundation of our Best Law Firms awards.
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Client Comments
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Main Location
Austin,
TX
303 Colorado Street, Suite 2400
Austin, TX 78701
United States
512-495-6300
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Management and Personnel
Managing Partner
Chris Sileo
Administrator
Bobby Zamen