Scott Upchurch
About Scott Upchurch
Scott Upchurch serves as the Associate General Counsel and Senior Director of Product Strategy at DISCO, where he has worked since 2019. He has extensive legal experience, having held positions at several law firms and companies, including Schiffer Hicks Johnson PLLC and Vinson and Elkins.
Current Role at DISCO
Scott Upchurch serves as Associate General Counsel and Senior Director of Product Strategy at DISCO. He has held this position since 2019, contributing to the company's legal and product strategy initiatives. His role involves overseeing legal compliance and guiding product development to align with market needs in the legal technology sector. He operates from the Austin, Texas Area.
Previous Experience at Schiffer Hicks Johnson PLLC
Scott Upchurch worked at Schiffer Hicks Johnson PLLC as a Partner from 2016 to 2019. Prior to this role, he was an Attorney at the same firm from 2009 to 2015. His tenure at Schiffer Hicks Johnson PLLC spanned a total of six years, during which he gained extensive experience in legal practice within the Houston, Texas Area.
Legal Career at Vinson and Elkins
Scott Upchurch began his legal career at Vinson and Elkins, where he worked as an Attorney from 2000 to 2005. This five-year period provided him with foundational experience in the legal field, contributing to his professional development and expertise.
Education and Qualifications
Scott Upchurch earned a Bachelor of Arts in History from the University of South Florida, studying from 1993 to 1996. He furthered his education by obtaining a Juris Doctor degree from the University of Chicago, where he studied from 1997 to 2000. His academic background supports his legal expertise and strategic role in the industry.
Experience at CS Disco Inc.
Before his current role at DISCO, Scott Upchurch worked at CS Disco Inc. as Director of Product from 2015 to 2016. His experience in product management within a legal technology company contributed to his understanding of product strategy and development.