Scott D. Deatherage

4.4 (37 reviews )

Dallas Texas United States

Environmental Law

Recognized in Best Attorney USA since 2006

About Scott

Scott D. Deatherage: Experienced Environmental and Energy Law Attorney in Dallas, Texas

Scott D. Deatherage is an experienced environmental and energy law attorney based in Dallas, Texas. With over 30 years of legal experience, he has represented clients across a broad spectrum of legal matters including solar, wind, other renewable energy projects, and energy storage projects. In his environmental practice, Scott represents landowners, real estate developers, banks, and private equity firms dealing with soil and groundwater contamination issues.

Practice Areas

Environmental Law
Energy Law

Awards

Lawyer of the Year: Environmental Law, Dallas/Fort Worth (2016)
Lawyer of the Year: Environmental Law, Dallas (2010)
Recognized: Environmental Law, Practice Area: Administrative / Regulatory Law
Recognized: Environmental Law, Practice Area: Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships)
Recognized: Energy Law, Best Lawyers in America

Firms

S Deatherage Law PLLC

Affiliations

Adjunct Professor at the University of Texas Law School (taught Climate Change Law)
Published a book: Carbon Trading Law and Practice in 2011
Made many presentations and speeches on environmental and energy issues

Languages

None specified

Educations

B.A., Harvard University (Class of 1987)
J.D., Harvard Law School (Class of 1990, Articles Editor of the Harvard Environmental Law Review)

Bar Admissions

Texas, United States

Practice Areas

Environmental Law

Education

Harvard University

University of Oklahoma

Awards & Recognition

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Reviews

4.4 / 5

37 Reviews

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Ramiro Hahn

Feb 03, 2026

The absolute best in Dallas for Environmental Law - and I mean that from the bottom of my heart

I didn't think I'd find such a good lawyer in Texas, but here we are and I am thoroughly impressed. Scott D. Deatherage is just awesome and exceeded all my expectations. No complaints at all! They rea...

Stacy Rutherford

Feb 03, 2026

So happy with the results of my case thanks to the hard work of Scott D. Deatherage and staff

Short and sweet: Scott D. Deatherage is the real deal and a true professional in the field of Environmental Law. If you're in Dallas and need help with your legal issues, call them immediately. You wo...

Winifred Hilll

Feb 03, 2026

Scott D. Deatherage did a great job handling my complex Environmental Law case from start to finish

I appreciate how Scott D. Deatherage handled my case. No fluff, just straight to the point and very effective representation for my Environmental Law matter. They are obviously very experienced and kn...

Malcolm Nitzsche

Feb 03, 2026

Absolutely Great! I couldn't be happier with the service from Scott D. Deatherage

Best lawyer for Environmental Law in Dallas. Period. I've seen others, but Scott D. Deatherage is on another level. They truly care about their clients and work hard to get the best results. I am so t...

Lora Stroman

Feb 03, 2026

Highly recommend Scott D. Deatherage for anyone needing expert Environmental Law help in Texas