If there’s a will, there’s a way. “Can’t” is not in his vocabulary, and he stops at nothing to ensure the best outcomes for his clients. Palmer and his team are known for excellent results in tough, high-risk criminal cases, particularly murder and sex crimes. Palmer has become known for defending the rights of his clients in high-profile personal injury, civil rights, and criminal cases that often generate media attention, such as the bartender assault case in Deep Ellum, the fallen officer case at the Home Depot, and the Atmos Energy explosion case.
The firm Scott H. Palmer, P.C. has expanded recently to include four sections—family law, civil rights, personal injury, and criminal defense. Palmer works alongside eight notable award-winning attorneys (including two former prosecutors) who take a team approach in resolving complicated, serious matters. Their expertise and familiarity with the system has resulted in dismissals and no-bills on hefty charges such as sexual assault of a child.
“Every day we stand up for people who are injured or accused of crimes,” Palmer says. “We continue to fight while others fold.
Some call my style aggressive; I call it getting results.”
Palmer, Board Certified, criminal law—Texas Board of Legal Specialization, has been fighting for clients for more than 24 years. His tenacity is unmatched, and he is willing to go the extra mile. He only stops when he is satisfied that everything has been done to get the best result possible. Palmer is proud of the many five-star Google reviews. “Our clients repeatedly post reviews about our unparalleled ability to keep them informed,” he says.
“Every client is important, whether the issue involves a misdemeanor DWI or a capital murder. Every case is unique; every client is assured we will do everything we can to see that their rights are protected.”
In addition to being named among the Best Lawyers in Dallas by D Magazine in 2002, 2006, and from 2011 to 2020, Palmer was also awarded the prestigious John Howie Award by the Dallas Trial Lawyers Association for his verdict on a federal civil rights case against two Dallas police officers. He is AV rated by Martindale-Hubbell and has been recognized as a Texas Super Lawyer, a Thomson Reuters, service from 2008 to 2020. His associates are often recognized for their achievements as well. Rebekah Perlstein, a former assistant district attorney, is a D Magazine Best Lawyer Under 40 in 2017 to
2020 for her outstanding work as a criminal defense attorney.
David P. Housel is a board-certified family lawyer by The Texas Board of Legal Specialization. Grant Gerleman is board certified in personal injury law and was selected as a Rising Star by Texas Super Lawyers in 2018 and 2019. James P. Roberts leads the civil rights division, and Niles Illich heads the appellate division.
Sorsha Huff and Paul Green round out the team of exceptional lawyers.