About David Scott
David Scott Thompson is a partner at Quintairos, Prieto, Wood & Boyer, P.A., located at 365 Northridge Road, Suite 230, in Atlanta, Georgia. He became a member of the State Bar of Georgia in 2004, starting his legal career. The firm specializes in general liability defense, catastrophic personal injury claims, premises liability, trucking and transportation matters, and complex workers' compensation litigation throughout Georgia. This diverse focus allows David to tackle many legal challenges for his clients. In 2004, David earned his Juris Doctor (J.D.) from Emory University School of Law, where he distinguished himself as a Dean's List honoree and a Moot Court Finalist. Prior to his legal education, he graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Commerce with distinction from the University of Virginia's McIntire School of Commerce in 2001.
This strong academic foundation gave him the analytical skills and knowledge necessary for effective legal practice. David's practice primarily centers on civil litigation. He represents clients in various cases, including automobile and trucking accidents, premises liability, homeowner’s claims, wrongful death, workers’ compensation, and construction claims. Over the years, he has managed thousands of cases, ranging from routine insurance disputes to high-exposure, multi-party litigation. His extensive courtroom experience encompasses evidentiary hearings, dispositive motion practice, jury trials, and appellate advocacy—demonstrating his knowledge of the legal process. Before joining Quintairos, Prieto, Wood & Boyer, P.A., David worked at Fain, Major & Brennan, P.C., where he represented clients in civil litigation matters.
His dedication and skill have not gone unnoticed; he was selected as a Rising Star in 2019, a recognition bestowed by his peers in the legal community. This accolade highlights his commitment to excellence and his growing influence in the field. David is an active member of both the Atlanta Bar Association and the Georgia Bar Association. Within these organizations, he participates in the Litigation and Workers' Compensation sections, as well as the Workers' Compensation and Tort & Insurance sections. He is admitted to practice in all Georgia state and appellate courts, as well as the U.S. District Courts for the Northern and Middle Districts of Georgia.
Additionally, he has access to the U.S. Courts of Appeals for the Fifth and Eleventh Circuits. Fluent in English and conversational in Spanish, David is well-equipped to serve clients in Georgia's legal field.
