Scott M. Kessler

5.0 (1 reviews)

New York, New York

22+ years experience

Akerman LLP

Updated: Jan 02, 2026

Contact Information

212-880-3800

https://www.akerman.com/en/people/scott-kessler.html

1251 Avenue of the Americas, 37th Floor, New York, NY 10020

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Bio

Scott M. Kessler is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Electronic Discovery and Information Management Law.Scott M., who practices law in New York, New York, has been recognized since 2024. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Scott M. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area. Scott M. Kessler is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Electronic Discovery and Information Management Law.Scott M., who practices law in New York, New York, has been recognized since 2024. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Scott M. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area. Scott M. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Local Legal Snapshot

Jurisdiction

New York

State Capital

Albany

Highest Court

New York Court of Appeals

Bar Association

New York State Bar Association

Typical Consultation

$150-$300

Typical Hourly Range

$250-$450/hr

Fee Model Notes

Hourly or flat-fee billing is common.

Estimates vary by market, complexity, urgency, and attorney experience.

Awards & Recognition

Recognized: Electronic Discovery and Information Management Law

Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2024

Education

Hofstra University, J.D., graduated 2003

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Reviews

Betty Rivera

3 months ago

A Lifeline in a Complex Data Discovery Crisis

Our company faced a high-stakes litigation where the opposing counsel's overly broad e-discovery requests threatened to paralyze our operations and expose sensitive information. We needed an attorney who understood both the legal framework and the technical realities of modern data. Scott Kessler was that attorney. His 22 years of experience, particularly his recognized expertise in Electronic Discovery and Information Management Law, were immediately apparent. He didn't just give legal advice; he engineered a strategy. Scott and his team at Akerman LLP crafted precise, defensible protocols for data collection and review, successfully narrowing the requests through skillful negotiation. His deep knowledge of the rules and case law saved us immense cost and reputational risk. The outcome was a favorable settlement where our data governance was a strength, not a liability. Scott is a strategic partner who translates complex technical challenges into clear legal victories.