Scott D. Wu, Business Litigation Attorney in Pasadena

I'm a business litigation attorney in Pasadena, California, and I've represented business owners for more than 25 years. My practice covers contract disputes and lawsuits, contract review and drafting, business formation, outside general counsel for companies with 5 to 100 employees, and estate planning for business owners.

At a Glance

State Bar of California No. 199055, admitted December 10, 1998 (verify on the State Bar website)
More than 25 years of practice, from demand letters through trial
J.D., Pepperdine Law School
B.A., UC San Diego (Communications, minor in Economics)
Pasadena Magazine Top Attorney, 2010 and 2012
Office: 35 N. Lake Avenue, Suite 710, Pasadena, CA 91101 | (626) 799-1858

What I Handle

Business and contract disputes, including breach of contract, partner disputes, and vendor nonperformance
Defending businesses and owners who have been sued
Contract review, drafting, and negotiation, including commercial leases and service agreements
LLC and corporation formation, and operating agreements
Estate planning for business owners: living trusts, wills, and trust administration

Outside General Counsel: Stopping Disputes Before They Start

Many of the disputes I handle started with a contract no one read closely or a problem no one addressed early. As outside general counsel (sometimes called a fractional general counsel), I serve as your company's lawyer on a predictable monthly arrangement: reviewing contracts before you sign, handling vendor, partner, and employee issues while they are still small, and stepping in quickly when something goes wrong. You get the benefit of in-house counsel without the in-house salary.

Background

Currently, I serve as legal counsel for a variety of small and medium-sized businesses throughout Southern California. Over more than 25 years of practice, I've handled hundreds of business disputes, contract negotiations, and commercial transactions, along with every stage of litigation from demand letters through trial. Before going into private practice, I negotiated and drafted commercial leases for Westfield Shopping Centers, one of the largest shopping center owners in the country.

Outside the Office

I'm a Southern California native, born and raised. I went to Bishop Amat High School, where I played baseball, basketball, and volleyball. Then, I headed to UC San Diego for my undergrad degree, majoring in Communications and minoring in Economics. While I was there, I was active in Pi Kappa Phi Fraternity. I got my law degree from Pepperdine Law School, where I was involved with the Asian Pacific American Law School Association.

In my free time, I enjoy spending time with my wife and two Boston Terriers. I'm an avid golfer and also enjoy live music.

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Let's Talk

Call (626) 799-1858 or send me a message. I meet by phone, video, or in person, and I'll come to your office at no extra charge.