About Scott Adam
Scott Adam Pactor is a licensed attorney admitted to practice law in California. He was admitted to the California State Bar in 2001. His license is currently in active status. Mr. Pactor is the principal attorney at the Law Office of Scott Pactor, located at 934 23rd Street, San Diego, CA 92102-1914. He has been practicing law for over 25 years, serving clients throughout Southern California.
Mr. Pactor earned his Juris Doctor degree from the University of California College of the Law, San Francisco, in 2001, where he was a member of the Law Review. Prior to law school, he completed his undergraduate education at American University, receiving a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science in 1998. During his time at American University, he was actively involved in student government and participated in various internships related to public policy.
Mr. Pactor concentrates his practice in criminal defense, representing clients in a wide range of criminal matters, including federal and state offenses, DUI charges, and white-collar crimes. He handles all stages of criminal proceedings, from pre-trial motions and negotiations to trial and appeals. His extensive experience allows him to provide comprehensive defense strategies tailored to each client's unique situation.
Throughout his career, Mr. Pactor has appeared in numerous courts across California, including the Superior Court of California for the County of San Diego, the United States District Court for the Southern District of California, and the United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit. He has also served as a panel attorney for the Central District of California, representing clients in federal criminal cases. Prior to establishing his own practice, he worked as an associate attorney at a prominent criminal defense firm in San Diego for several years.
Mr. Pactor is an active member of the San Diego County Criminal Defense Bar Association and the California Attorneys for Criminal Justice. He has been recognized for his dedication to criminal defense and his contributions to the legal community. He is fluent in English and Spanish, enabling him to effectively serve a diverse clientele in Southern California.
