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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Joseph Bergstrom

Feb 03, 2026

Simply amazing representation from Scott D. Deatherage's office during my recent legal matter

If you're looking for someone who actually cares and will fight for you, go to Scott D. Deatherage. They helped me out big time with my Environmental Law issue and kept me informed at every step of th...

Dana Balistreri

Feb 03, 2026

Reliable lawyer you can count on - Scott D. Deatherage provided excellent service throughout

I've worked with a few lawyers in Dallas over the years, but Scott D. Deatherage stands out for their honesty and thoroughness. They were clear about the process and kept me updated at all times. I fe...

Jo Bergnaum

Feb 03, 2026

A very good experience overall with the entire team at Scott D. Deatherage's legal practice

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...

Traci Kozey

Feb 03, 2026

Five stars for the incredible team at Scott D. Deatherage in Dallas - they are amazing

If you need a Environmental Law lawyer, Scott D. Deatherage is the one to call. Great job and very responsive team. They kept me in the loop and always had time to explain the details of my case. I fe...

Tony Brown

Feb 03, 2026

Top notch experts in Dallas - Scott D. Deatherage is by far the best lawyer I've ever had

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...