Law Office of David L. Scott

Law Office of David L. Scott Family Law and Criminal Defense Attorney Serving Clients in Tennessee The Law Office of David L. Our lawyers, David L. With many years of experience, David L.

Scott offers comprehensive legal representation to Tennessee residents dealing with family law or criminal defense matters. We are legal counsel for individuals facing divorce, paternity proceedings, contested child custody and visitation disputes, and child support establishment or the modification of a current child support obligation. Scott and Brittani Wright, also offer their extensive legal

experience to clients confronted with criminal prosecution such as DUI/DWI, drug charges, theft and assault or other violent offenses. Our law firm fosters open communication with our clients to best assess their legal needs. Sensitive family law matters require counsel with an understanding of the stress of child custody matters, as well as the financial issues associated with divorce and child support. Scott also focuses on issues of fathers' rights. We are committed to informing fathers of the full extent of their parental rights and advocate for those rights in child custody, visitation and paternity disputes. Our attorneys are available to provide advocacy for our clients through every step of their case. We are pleased to address all of our clients' family law needs so that their disputes may be resolved through mediation. However, if resolution through agreement is not possible, our firm is always ready to proceed to litigation in order to produce the best possible results in each case. Scott also provides vigorous legal representation to individuals charged with criminal offenses throughout Rutherford, Cannon and Davidson counties. Scott is located in Murfreesboro, Tennessee, and serves clients in the surrounding area including Smyrna, Antioch, La Vergne, Nashville, Brentwood, Franklin, Mount Juliet, Lebanon, Woodbury, McMinnville, Manchester, Tullahoma, Shelbyville, Eagleville, Arrington and Nolensville.

What is Rule 31 Family Mediation?For contested divorces in Tennessee, mediation is required as a first step in the proce...
05/18/2026

What is Rule 31 Family Mediation?

For contested divorces in Tennessee, mediation is required as a first step in the process. The courts typically require a divorcing couple to go through the mediation process before a hearing will be scheduled.

Learn more: https://www.attorneydavidscott.com/mediation/

Can a Same-Sex Spouse Receive Social Security Spousal or Survivor Benefits After Divorce?Marriage comes with many benefi...
05/02/2026

Can a Same-Sex Spouse Receive Social Security Spousal or Survivor Benefits After Divorce?
Marriage comes with many benefits. For example, marital status is important in determining who is entitled to Social Security retirement, survivors, disability, and Medicare benefits. If you are in a same-sex relationship or have been divorced from such a marriage, you may wonder if you are entitled to receive these benefits.

Learn more: https://www.attorneydavidscott.com/blog/same-sex-spouse-survivor-benefits-divorce/

How Can a Father Establish Paternity if He is Not Married to the Child’s Mother?The birth of a child is often a joyous e...
04/03/2026

How Can a Father Establish Paternity if He is Not Married to the Child’s Mother?
The birth of a child is often a joyous event for a couple. However, it can be confusing for unmarried couples. That is because, unlike most other states, Tennessee does not automatically establish paternity. Establishing paternity means legally identifying a child’s biological father. In Tennessee, determining paternity is important because it gives a child legal rights to financial support, inheritance, health insurance, and access to family medical history. It also gives fathers important parental rights, including custody and visitation.

Learn more: https://www.attorneydavidscott.com/blog/can-father-establish-paternity-if-not-married-to-mother/

Can a Same-Sex Spouse Receive Social Security Spousal or Survivor Benefits After Divorce?Marriage comes with many benefi...
03/20/2026

Can a Same-Sex Spouse Receive Social Security Spousal or Survivor Benefits After Divorce?

Marriage comes with many benefits. For example, marital status is important in determining who is entitled to Social Security retirement, survivors, disability, and Medicare benefits. If you are in a same-sex relationship or have been divorced from such a marriage, you may wonder if you are entitled to receive these benefits.

Learn more: https://www.attorneydavidscott.com/blog/same-sex-spouse-survivor-benefits-divorce/

What Factors Do Judges Consider When Deciding Custody for Fathers?Statistics show that mothers are often more likely tha...
02/28/2026

What Factors Do Judges Consider When Deciding Custody for Fathers?
Statistics show that mothers are often more likely than fathers to receive child custody when parents separate or divorce. Remember, this does not reflect your abilities as a father. You have every right to pursue custody and provide a nurturing environment for your child.

Learn more: https://www.attorneydavidscott.com/blog/what-factors-decide-custody-for-fathers-tennessee/

Spousal Support Considerations in Same-Sex Tennessee DivorcesIf you and your partner are part of a same-sex couple looki...
02/21/2026

Spousal Support Considerations in Same-Sex Tennessee Divorces

If you and your partner are part of a same-sex couple looking to divorce in Tennessee, you may have questions about the process and what to expect. Tennessee and all other states do recognize gay marriage thanks to a 2015 Supreme Court decision, but what exactly does that mean?

Learn more: https://www.attorneydavidscott.com/blog/spousal-support-same-sex-divorce-tn/

Alimony Rules After Remarriage in TennesseeAfter a divorce, you may still have to deal with your ex. Even if you do not ...
12/19/2025

Alimony Rules After Remarriage in Tennessee

After a divorce, you may still have to deal with your ex. Even if you do not have any children with them, you may still have to keep in touch if you are ordered to pay alimony. Alimony is not a given in every divorce case, but it is a possibility if there is a vast difference between your income and your spouse’s.

Learn more: https://www.attorneydavidscott.com/blog/alimony-remarriage-tennessee/

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Murfreesboro, TN
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