Scott W. Atherton
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**Scott W. Atherton | Of Counsel, Jacobson Law P.A. | West Palm Beach, FL** Scott W. Atherton is a distinguished attorney at Jacobson Law P.A., bringing extensive expertise in fraud and business litigation to clients in West Palm Beach and throughout Florida. As Of Counsel, Scott leverages his profound knowledge of the legal landscape to effectively navigate complex cases, including high-stakes e-discovery disputes that demand precision and strategic insight. A summa cum laude graduate from Nova Southeastern University, Scott ranks among the top 1% of his class, reflecting his commitment to excellence in legal education and practice. He began his career at the prestigious Akerman Senterfitt, where he excelled in high-stakes litigation. His notable cases include the prosecution of RICO, fraud, and deceptive trade practice claims in **State Farm Mut. Auto. Ins. Co. v. Kugler**, successfully advocating for auto insurance carriers in a landmark case seeking over $35 million in damages against medical professionals involved in fraudulent spinal procedures. Scott has also defended high-profile clients, such as in **Yueh-Mei Kim Nutter, P.A. v. Schober**, where he represented the Board of Directors of a New York-based law firm against claims from former equity partners. His litigation acumen is further exemplified by his successful motion in **Leor Exploration & Production, LLC v. Aguiar**, where he secured sanctions against a plaintiff for unethical conduct during discovery, and in **AlphaStaff, Inc. v. McDonie**, where he prosecuted a significant trade secret misappropriation case. With a proven track record in fraud and business litigation, Scott Atherton is dedicated to providing exceptional legal representation and strategic counsel to clients facing the complexities of today's business environment.