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Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
Notable Successes
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Scott Noel

San Antonio,TX

Summary

Accomplished attorney with over 25 years of expertise in personal injury defense, medical malpractice, complex commercial litigation, maritime law, and business transactions. Recognized as a Super Lawyer for six years and awarded Rising Star and Top Attorney in San Antonio. Provides strategic legal counsel to businesses, healthcare organizations, and individuals, focusing on commercial disputes, risk management, and corporate governance. Delivers solutions-oriented advice that aligns legal strategies with business goals, enhancing client value and protecting interests.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Equity Partner

Royston, Razor, Vicory & Williams
San Antonio, Texas
05.2023 - Current
  • Developed comprehensive legal strategies for high-stakes equity transactions and partnerships.
  • Reviewed and negotiated partnership agreements to ensure compliance with regulations.
  • Mentored junior associates on legal research and case preparation techniques.
  • Presented findings to partners, providing insights into potential financial impacts.
  • Developed detailed litigation strategies for client cases.
  • Identified areas of improvement within an organization's operations that could benefit from additional capital infusion through equity partnerships.
  • Investigated potential violations of maritime law or regulations.
  • Drafted legal documents and contracts for various client matters.
  • Conducted legal research to support case strategies and arguments.
  • Assisted clients in understanding legal rights and obligations.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to prepare for court proceedings.
  • Negotiated settlements on behalf of clients in disputes.
  • Reviewed and drafted legal documents, such as contracts and wills.
  • Counseled clients on various matters related to their legal rights and obligations.
  • Drafted pleadings for use in court proceedings.
  • Interpreted statutes, rulings, and regulations for individuals and businesses.
  • Represented clients in court proceedings by examining witnesses and presenting evidence.

Personal Injury Defense & Shareholder

Plunkett, Griesenbeck & Mimari, Inc
San Antonio, Texas
12.2014 - 05.2023
  • Represented clients in corporate, commercial litigation, healthcare, real estate, and employment law.
  • Advised healthcare organizations, including durable medical equipment providers and national pharmacies, in Medicare/Medicaid audits and compliance matters.
  • Managed high-stakes construction disputes, intellectual property claims, and corporate governance issues.

Managing Partner

McCathern
San Antonio, Texas
05.2012 - 11.2014
  • Led strategic planning sessions to define business objectives and operational goals.
  • Opened and grew the firm’s San Antonio office to expand services across Central and South Texas.
  • Led litigation matters including insurance defense, commercial disputes, and transactional work.
  • Provided strategic business and legal counsel to regional and national clients.

Partner | Feb 2011 – Apr 2012; Attorney | Aug 2006

Richie & Gueringer, P.C.
San Antonio, Texas
08.2006 - 04.2012
  • Represented closely held businesses across healthcare, construction, service, and manufacturing sectors.
  • Negotiated mergers and acquisitions, labor/employment matters, contracts, succession planning, and intellectual property.

Partner / Private Practice

Law Office of Scott M. Noel
San Antonio, Texas
11.1996 - 11.2006
  • Built and managed a private practice advising businesses on corporate formation, governance, estate planning, labor and employment, and IP.
  • Provided litigation support for commercial disputes and contractual issues.

Education

J.D. - Law

St. Mary's University School of Law
San Antonio, TX
05-1996

BBA - Accounting

University of Texas At Austin
Austin, TX
05-1993

Skills

  • Contract negotiation and litigation strategy
  • Regulatory compliance and risk management
  • Corporate governance and equity transactions
  • Client counseling and team leadership
  • Strategic planning and industry expertise
  • Corporate transactions and portfolio management
  • Claims review and personal injury defense
  • Medical malpractice and maritime law
  • Complex commercial litigation and insurance claims
  • Business transactions and corporate formation
  • Real estate litigation

Accomplishments

  • Super Lawyers — Super Lawyer (6 years); Rising Star (2011)
  • Top Lawyer in San Antonio
  • Member, State Bar of Texas
  • Member, San Antonio Bar Association
  • Member, American Bar Association
  • Member, DRI
  • Honorary Member, Phi Delta Phi Honorary International Legal Fraternity
  • Eagle Scout

Certification

  • Certified Mediator

Notable Successes

  • Awarded death penalty sanctions in an employment defamation case;
  • Defended a medical practice from producing over 15,000 medical records in a discovery dispute;
  • Resolved a multi-year surety litigation in defense of indemnitors;
  • Resolving contentions probate matters;
  • Defended a medical professional from a Texas Medical Board complaint;
  • Achieved summary judgment in a premises liability case and professional malpractice cases
  • Defended a frac sand company against its board of directors in a corporate dispute with the majority shareholder. In defending the company, Mr. Noel sought a summary judgment for $60 Million Dollars from the Board of Directors for conversion. The case was successfully settled prior to the hearing.

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Equity Partner

Royston, Razor, Vicory & Williams
05.2023 - Current

Personal Injury Defense & Shareholder

Plunkett, Griesenbeck & Mimari, Inc
12.2014 - 05.2023

Managing Partner

McCathern
05.2012 - 11.2014

Partner | Feb 2011 – Apr 2012; Attorney | Aug 2006

Richie & Gueringer, P.C.
08.2006 - 04.2012

Partner / Private Practice

Law Office of Scott M. Noel
11.1996 - 11.2006

J.D. - Law

St. Mary's University School of Law

BBA - Accounting

University of Texas At Austin

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