Scott Drake is a leading trial lawyer with a versatile practice that intersects bankruptcy law and complex commercial litigation. He has significant experience prosecuting and defending claims in complex commercial disputes, bankruptcy litigation, and class actions in state and federal courts across the country.
Bankruptcy-related Litigation
- National Rifle Association: Lead litigation counsel for Official Committee of Unsecured Creditors.
Commercial Disputes
- Lead plaintiff’s counsel in a seven-figure breach of contract case arising out of a cybersecurity event filed in Delaware. Obtained mediated settlement after only limited discovery.
Class Actions
- Lead counsel for automotive component manufacturer in a nationwide federal court class action relating to various warranty and contractual indemnity claims. Successfully moved to dismiss on 5 out of 6 of plaintiffs’ claims and favorably settled remaining claim.
Admissions
Bar Admissions
- New York
Court Admissions
- US Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit
Education
- The University of Texas, J.D., with Honors, 2000
- Texas A&M University, B.B.A., Management, 1997
Honors & Awards
- Recognized by Best Lawyers in America for Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law, Litigation - Bankruptcy, and Commercial Litigation in Dallas, Texas (2023-2025)
- Named a Texas Rising Star, Business Litigation, Thomson Reuters (2008 - 2015)
Professional Activities
Member
- Dallas Bar Association
- State Bar of Texas
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