Scott M. Stevenson
About Scott M. Stevenson
Scott M. Stevenson is a Partner at Shumaker Loop & Kendrick LLP in Charlotte, North Carolina, where he leads the medical malpractice team. He has over two decades of experience defending medical professionals in court and is recognized in Best Lawyers in America® 2025 for his work in medical malpractice and personal injury litigation.
Work at Shumaker, Loop & Kendrick, LLP
Scott M. Stevenson serves as a Partner at Shumaker, Loop & Kendrick, LLP in Charlotte, North Carolina. He has held this position since 2003, contributing over two decades of legal expertise to the firm. Stevenson leads the medical malpractice team within the Charlotte office, focusing on defending medical professionals against malpractice claims. His extensive experience includes representation of physicians, nurses, hospitals, nursing homes, and assisted living centers across various counties in Western North Carolina.
Education and Expertise
Scott M. Stevenson earned his Bachelor of Arts degree from Washington and Lee University, where he studied from 1972 to 1976. He then pursued a Juris Doctor degree at Wake Forest University, completing his studies from 1977 to 1979. His educational background laid the foundation for his extensive legal career, particularly in the field of medical malpractice, where he has practiced for over twenty years.
Background
Stevenson has a robust background in medical malpractice law, having tried cases on behalf of various healthcare professionals and institutions. His practice spans virtually every county in Western North Carolina, demonstrating his commitment to serving the legal needs of the medical community. He is licensed to practice law in the State of North Carolina and in all three districts of the U.S. District Court in North Carolina, as well as the Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals and the United States Supreme Court.
Achievements
Scott M. Stevenson has been recognized in the Best Lawyers in America® 2025 for his work in Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants and Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants. This recognition highlights his proficiency and dedication to defending healthcare professionals in legal matters related to medical malpractice.