M. Scott Ogden Jr.

M. Scott Ogden Jr. is a Louisiana attorney whose practice focuses on family law, civil litigation, estate and probate matters, and limited criminal defense. With a strategic and client-centered mindset, he works through emotionally sensitive cases involving custody, divorce, and property disputes with compassion, intelligence, and strong legal judgment.

Scott began his education at Louisiana State University, where he earned a Bachelor’s degree in business management. He then earned his Juris Doctor from the Paul M. Hebert Law Center at Louisiana State University, graduating cum laude in 2015 and placing in the top 25% of his class. He was named a Paul M. Hebert Scholar twice for ranking in the top 10% of his class. In 2018, he completed a certificate in Sustainable Business Strategy from Harvard Business School Online.

Scott combines innovative problem-solving with a strong litigation background. He prioritizes creative, cost-effective resolutions in family law disputes, but is fully prepared to take a case to trial when needed. Scott has successfully represented clients in emergency custody cases, community property partitions, relocation disputes, sole custody matters, divorce actions, and spousal support claims. His courtroom skills were honed through national trial competition experience, including winning the prestigious Flory Trial Competition in law school.

Scott has received numerous professional honors throughout his career. He was recognized as a Super Lawyers Rising Star from 2018 to 2022 and was listed among the “13 Thriving 30-somethings” by Thrive magazine in 2021. He has also been included in the “10 Best Attorneys” by the American Institute of Family Law Attorneys and named among the top 10 under 40 by the National Academy of Family Law Attorneys. Additional honors include recognition from Attorney and Practice Magazine and the Association of American Trial Lawyers.

M. Scott Ogden Jr. continues to build a reputation for legal excellence through thoughtful representation and a strong commitment to his clients. His approach combines detailed legal knowledge with a deep sense of advocacy, making him a trusted presence in Louisiana’s legal system.

Law Office Affiliations

• Partner, Fuerst, Carrier & Ogden
• Member, Louisiana State Bar Association
• Member, Southwest Louisiana Bar Association
• Member, National Bar Association
• Member, LSU Law Trial Advocacy Board

Licensed State

• Louisiana

Education

• Louisiana State University, Paul M. Hebert Law Center
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Louisiana State University
  Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA)

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