Scott M. Stanton
About Scott M. Stanton
Scott M. Stanton is a lawyer based in San Diego, CA and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2007. Scott M. Stanton is recognized in the following practice areas:
- San Diego, California
- Corporate Governance Law
- Corporate Law
- Mergers and Acquisitions Law
- Securities / Capital Markets Law
Current Firm: Mintz, Levin, Cohn, Ferris, Glovsky and Popeo PC
Education: Stanford University, BA
Location: San Diego, CA
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