Kristie Scott
Founder & Attorney at Light Path Law, P.A., a lighted path to legal solutions
Florida
FL
"The go to company for all your legal needs..I highly recommend.."
About
Attorney Scott has had an AV Preeminent® Rating with Martindale Hubbell since 2020, was named by Best Lawyers ® “Ones to Watch in Florida” in 2022, has been named a “Rising Star” by Thomson Reuters’ Super Lawyers Magazine since 2019, was selected as National Black Lawyer Top 40 under 40 in 2020, was featured in KNOW Fort Myers Magazine in 2020, and was recognized as a “Leader in the Law” by the Florida Association for Women Lawyers in 2017. She was also recognized… read more as one of the Best Employment Lawyers serving Cape Coral by “Expertise” in 2021.
Kristie Scott is known for her commitment to her Christian principles which include to “love all, serve all”. She operates with integrity while advocating for her clients. In addition to her practice, Attorney Scott teaches business law at Florida Gulf Coast University.
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"We were so fortunate to gave Ms. Scott and her team represent us. She was not only professional and knowledgeable but she also genuinely cares for her clients."
"The go to company for all your legal needs..I highly recommend.."
"Kristie Scott is my lawyer and has done an excellent job PROTECTING my interests! I highly recommend her for any needs you might have. She is an excellent attorney who really goes above and beyond for her client, I'd trust her with anything, do not hesitate to call her."
"Recently, my husband and I required the services of an attorney. We chose Attorney Kristie Scott. From the beginning, she was professional, knowledgeable, and insightful, which made us feel secure. She was very transparent and explained everything to us in detail regarding our legal rights and the steps that would be taken on our behalf. We are truly grateful to her and her staff for their service and support. We feel that we could not have chosen a better attorney. Recently, my husband and I required the services of an attorney. From the beginning, Attorney Kristie Scott was professional, knowledgeable, insightful, and trustworthy. She is very transparent and explained everything to us in detail regarding our legal rights and steps she would be taking on our behalf. We were always informed of next steps. She is an excellent Attorney, who we would choose again."
"Attorney Kristie Scott was a life saver. She treated me with respect, compassion and kindness. The process was extremely difficult, scary and stressful and she literally held my hand until the very last day, when we settled with my former employer. I was very pleased with the outcome and have recommended her to many friends and family. Having Attorney Kristie Scott on my side was nothing less than a blessing. I will always consider her one of my earthly angles. God Bless her, her family and her mission."
"Attorney Kristie Scott was a life saver. She treated me with respect, compassion and kindness. The process was extremely difficult, scary and stressful and she literally held my hand until the very last day, when we settled with my former employer. I was very pleased with the outcome and have recommended her to many friends and family. Having Attorney Kristie Scott on my side was nothing less than a blessing. I will always consider her one of my earthly angles. God Bless her, her family and her mission."
Work History
Light Path Law, P.A.
Attorney/Owner
Feb 2020 - Present
Kristie A. Scott, an AV Preeminent® Rated Attorney, is the Founder of Light Path Law, where she concentrates her practice in church law, business law, labor & employment law, and civil & business litigation.
Florida Gulf Coast University
Adjunct Professor
Jan 2018 - Present
Teach “Business Law” to Junior and Senior Undergraduate Students covering topics such as civil litigation, labor and employment law, agency relationships and formation of business entities.
Knott Ebelini Hart
Attorney
Nov 2015 - Jan 2020
As an Associate with Knott Ebelini Hart, Kristie concentrated her practice in business litigation, labor and employment, government and homeowner association law. She represented clients in various civil litigation proceedings, advised clients regarding business and legal matters, conducted legal research, analyzed legal issues, drafted legal memoranda and documents, and attended court proceedings
Becker & Poliakoff
Attorney
Jun 2015 - Nov 2015
Started with Becker & Poliakoff in June 2013 as a Law Clerk and received a title change to Attorney in Dec. 2013, once admitted to the Florida Bar. Practiced primarily in the Business Litigation Practice Group and also assisted with Community Association & Foreclosure matters.