R. Christian Scott
Background & Education
R. Christian Scott is a 4th generation attorney in Monterey County. His great grandfather, Russell Walter Scott, born in 1895, was the District Attorney of Monterey County in the 1930’s and Salinas City Attorney for over two decades afterwards. His grandfather, Lionel Burr Scott, born in 1918, was the District Attorney of Monterey County in the 1950’s. Russell Walter Scott and Lionel Burr Scott also engaged in a private practice together as a father-son team. Christian Scott's father, Russell Douglas Scott, was a Deputy District Attorney in Monterey County and is currently a Monterey County Superior Court Judge. Russell Christian Scott, born on his great grandfather’s birthday, October 28, chose to pursue the study and practice of law and continue the family’s proud tradition.
Christian Scott graduated from Palma High School in Salinas, California. He attended the University of California, Santa Barbara where he earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Law and Society. Immediately thereafter, he attended Monterey College of Law, his father's alma mater. While a student at MCOL, he interned for the Monterey County District Attorney’s office, where he gained key trial skills that laid the foundation for his courtroom success today.
Experience & Areas of Practice
Christian Scott handles divorce, family law, child custody, criminal defense, and personal injury matters. His demeanor combines the drive of a seasoned courtroom litigator with the careful attention to detail of a legal scholar. Mr. Scott has an innate understanding as to how others will perceive facts, and he has the ability to present evidence in a way that is persuasive and convincing. It's a talent that has ensured the successful results that his clients receive.
Christian feels that the key to representing clients effectively is listening to them and understanding what outcome they hope to achieve. This commonsense approach to representation has ensured him the loyalty of his many satisfied clients.
Recent Cases Handled
Recently, Mr. Scott was involved in a particularly contentious custody case. His client came to him in dire need of help. She had given birth to her child a mere 20 days earlier. At the time she first met with Mr. Scott, the infant was in the custody of the 20-year old father, who had the mother arrested by accusing her of domestic violence. This father had used this as a means of obtaining temporary custody orders and was requesting permanent physical custody of the infant. Within 2 days, Mr. Scott was able to get family court orders returning the child to the mother and ordering that the father have only supervised visitation. Christian Scott then represented his client in the criminal case which arose from the father’s original accusation of domestic violence. After a 5-day jury trial, his client was found to be not guilty of the charges. Subsequent to the jury trial, Mr. Scott returned to family court and obtained permanent orders granting mother sole legal and sole physical custody of her child.
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Our Client Testimonials
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"Prompt, professional, and responsive, the attention to detail on our case was unparalleled."The way that Christian, Jana, and the team at Lavorato & Scott navigated the complicated maze of family court was clearly an example of his refined skill and understanding of what needed to be done to ensure the best outcome for the children involved. I would highly recommend this firm to anyone that has a family court matter and wants a team of professionals in which the children's well being to be the center focus of their representation.Stafford B.
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"Thank you Christian. And to the staff, thank you All for always being such a pleasure. You are such a wonderful Team."Christian Scott came highly recommended. From our first consultation together back in 2019 I knew I would be in good hands. It has been a long journey together. Despite all the difficulties and never ending battles with my case, I have always been able to trust that Mr. Scott has and continues to do what is in the best interest of my case. He has always listened, takes into consideration what I've presented, yet still offers his own recommendations and guidance that is based on his many years of experience. Offering his open, fair, honest and genuine realistic input has been been like having a family member fight for you when you have needed it in the lowest times of your life.Cynthia G.
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"I am extremely happy with the law firm of Lavorato & Scott, my attorney is Daniel P. Bozzo and his paralegal Jana."From the moment I walked in they made me feel comfortable and safe. They consult me and I immediately happily retained their services. I was a nervous mess as I have different cases going a Restraining order/ Domestic Violence and Divorce . Both Daniel and Jana kept reassuring me that things will be okay and to confide in them. I had to get a little lecture , but that’s ok as I needed it...They really now what they are doing. We have recently gone to our first court hearing and I’m HAPPY of how things are turning out. Patience is a virtue. And I don’t mind waiting as long as things are handled appropriately.Iris G.
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"If anyone out there considering the Scott law , I definitely recommend giving Scott a call. Look no further."Mr. Scott is the best attorney, he answered my questions with specific and direct answers, Mr. Scott At easy my nervousness and took the time to explain the process to me in detail. He was very easy to talk to, he would respond to my email very quickly. He gave timely updates to my case and was quick to answer all the questions I had.Ana M.
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"Christian is a very good attorney all around."Christian is a very good attorney all around. He is knowledgeable and doesn't sugarcoat things. He is real and his advice is always helpful. I have referred many people to him and they are all very happy with his advice and representation.Anonymous
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"When I say they are the BEST, believe me they are!"Christian is the best! He helped me in a very difficult custody situation. My son was getting physically abused. It was so difficult to see the court system not trying to protect my son. But Christian never gave up and fought for my son like he was his own. I will forever be grateful to him and his Wonderful paralegal Jana. So when I say they are the BEST, believe me they are! My son is now out of harms way because of Christian never giving up. So don't waste your time on other attorneys that will not care for the BEST interest of your child. You cannot put a price on peace of mind.Angie
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"Mr. Scott is highly knowledgeable, ethical, and will fight hard in the court room."Christian Scott is one of the few attorneys in Monterey County who can fight sleazeballs like David Parnie. Mr. Scott is highly knowledgeable, ethical, and will fight hard in the court room.Bill
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"I had the best experience!"Mr. Scott represented me in my divorce action. It was a difficult time in my life and dealing with the custody of my children and support issues, Mr. Scott and his team really came through for me. He was aggressive when he needed to be but was able to settle all of my issues outside of the courtroom. I met with other attorneys before I met with Mr. Scott. I am very glad that I waited until I found Christian and at the end of my interview, I hired Mr. Scott. We went to court and everything, but there was no arguing in the courtroom like many of the other cases. Mr. Scott had 4 other cases the morning of my case. When he showed up it was like he was a celebrity. Other attorneys came up to him and greeted him. His other clients greeted him. I even saw the investigator and some mediator come up to him and speak with him. I saw him argue against another attorney when he was unable to work something out and the Judge ruled in his favor on everything. Gave him everything he asked for. It was very impressive. After he argued that case, he went out in the hallway spoke with the attorney on the other side, came over to me and spoke with me about the negotiations and I was very happy with where I stood. I happily agreed to what Mr. Scott worked out. We went into the court room, Mr. Scott told the judge the agreement and I was out of there. Now that the divorce is over with, I am very happy. I have a great custody situation, 50/50. My ex wife and I have gone to co-parent counseling at the suggestion of Mr. Scott and have a working co-parent relationship. I am very happy with the property division as well. The case took about 6 months from start to finish. I am very happy with my choice. I hope I never need Mr. Scott's services in the future, but if I have a problem, I would go straight back to him and his team. I have recommended him to my friends and co-workers and have never heard a complaint.Anonymous
