Carmen S. Scott

Carmen S. Scott: Experienced Personal Injury and Product Liability Litigation Attorney in Charleston, SC

Carmen S. Scott is a distinguished attorney with over two decades of experience dedicated to protecting the rights of victims across various legal landscapes. With a singular focus on women's products, Carmen advocates for individuals impacted by harmful medical drugs and devices, as well as those suffering from medical negligence and corporate misconduct.

Practice Areas

• Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs
• Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs

Carmen Scott has an extensive history in national litigation, particularly notable for her involvement with complex cases such as multidistrict litigation in California for thousands of women affected by the Essure contraceptive device. She has also led teams in high-profile cases involving NuvaRing®, Yaz® and Yasmin® birth control drugs and devices.

Education & Credentials

• Universities: The University of South Carolina, College of Charleston
• Education: Carmen S. Scott holds a Juris Doctor (J.D.) from the College of Charleston Law School.
• Bar Admissions: South Carolina, United States
• Awards: Recognized: Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs in Best Attorney USA since 2018; Lawyer of the Year: Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs, Charleston, SC (2024); Lawyer of the Year: Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs, Charleston, SC (2022)
• Firms: Motley Rice LLC
• Affiliations: South Carolina Bar Association, American Board of Trial Advocates (ABOTA), American Law Institute (ALI)
• Languages: Carmen S. Scott is proficient in English.

Carmen S. Scott's commitment to justice and her relentless pursuit of fairness for her clients make her a formidable force in the legal community. Her work ethic, combined with her unwavering dedication to her craft, positions her as one of South Carolina’s preeminent litigators. Carmen Scott proudly serves the communities she represents, and continues to advocate on behalf of individuals facing significant personal challenges.