Ralph (Trey) D. Scott, III

Ralph (Trey) D. Scott, III, is a shareholder at Lax Vaughan Fortson Rowe & Threet, P.A., where he focuses his practice on civil and business litigation in both state and federal courts. He has experience handling contract disputes, fraud, business torts, construction matters, estate disputes, and real estate litigation. Trey also represents financial institutions in workouts, foreclosures, and receivership actions.

Trey earned his Bachelor of Arts in Economics and Business, along with a Master of Arts in Accounting, from Hendrix College in 2012. Trey then pursued his Juris Doctor at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock William H. Bowen School of Law, graduating cum laude in 2015. Before entering private practice, he worked in public accounting, gaining valuable experience in auditing and attestations, which enhances his ability to serve clients in financially complex litigation.

Since joining the firm in 2015, Trey has built a strong practice in debtor-creditor litigation and the enforcement of creditor rights in bankruptcy. He represents banks, financial institutions, and businesses in high‑stakes disputes that demand strategic litigation and skilled negotiation. Trey advocates for clients in arbitration and in trial courts, delivering effective representation across multiple forums.

Admitted to practice before the United States District Courts for the Eastern and Western Districts of Arkansas, Ralph (Trey) D. Scott, III is also admitted to the United States Court of Appeals for the Eighth Circuit. He is an active member of the American Bar Association, the Arkansas Bar Association, and the Pulaski County Bar Association. Recognized for his professional skill and commitment, Trey provides trusted counsel to clients navigating complex legal and financial disputes with diligence and integrity.

Law Office Affiliations

• Shareholder/Associate Attorney, Lax, Vaughan, Fortson, Rowe & Threet, P.A.
• Member, Arkansas Bar Association
• Member, Pulaski County Bar Association
• Member, American Bar Association

Licensed State

• Arkansas

Education

• University of Arkansas at Little Rock Bowen School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Hendrix College
  Master of Arts (MA)
• Hendrix College
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)

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