Scott Hunter Dunnagan, Employment Attorney in Raleigh, North Carolina
Over 18 years of legal practice · focused on Employment, Family Law, and General
Associate
Raleigh, NC
Practicing employment in Raleigh since 2008.
- 18+
- Years practicing
- 1
- Bar admission
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Scott Hunter Dunnagan is an associate based in Raleigh, NC. The practice focuses on Employment, Family Law, and General. Scott has over 18 years of legal experience.
- Based in
- Raleigh, NC
- Experience
- over 18 years
- Known for
- Employment · Family Law · General
- Handles Employment, Family Law, and General matters from Raleigh, NC.
- Over 18 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Scott Hunter Dunnagan: Scott Hunter Dunnagan is an associate based in Raleigh, NC. The practice focuses on Employment, Family Law, and General. Scott has over 18 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Scott takes on
Scott concentrates on employment, family law, general, litigation, and workers comp. Each area below outlines the kind of case Scott handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Employment
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Family Law
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General
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Litigation
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Workers Comp
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Employment cases in Raleigh, North Carolina
Scott takes employment matters in Raleigh, North Carolina. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Scott agrees to represent you.
Family Law cases in Raleigh, North Carolina
Scott takes family law matters in Raleigh, North Carolina. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Scott agrees to represent you.
General cases in Raleigh, North Carolina
Scott takes general matters in Raleigh, North Carolina. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Scott agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Raleigh, North Carolina
Scott takes litigation matters in Raleigh, North Carolina. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Scott agrees to represent you.
Workers Comp cases in Raleigh, North Carolina
Scott takes workers comp matters in Raleigh, North Carolina. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Scott agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Scott Hunter Dunnagan — employment lawyer in Raleigh
Scott Hunter Dunnagan is an associate based in Raleigh, NC. The practice focuses on Employment, Family Law, and General. Scott has over 18 years of legal experience.
Mr. Scott Hunter Dunnagan is a lawyer practicing community association law, employment law, family law and 2 other areas of law. Scott received a B.A. degree from University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in 2004, and has been licensed for 18 years. Scott practices in Raleigh, NC.
Working with Scott on a employment matter
Mr. Scott Hunter Dunnagan is a lawyer practicing community association law, employment law, family law and 2 other areas of law. Scott received a B.A. degree from University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in 2004, and has been licensed for 18 years. Scott practices in Raleigh, NC.
Clients Scott works with
Scott reviews new inquiries case-by-case for employment, family law, and general matters in Raleigh and the surrounding North Carolina area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
The University of Alabama School of Law
J.D. · 2008
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
B.A. · 2004
Jurisdictions
Scott's state bar admissions
North Carolina U.S.
2008 · ACTIVE
Scott studied at J.D. in The University of Alabama School of Law and B.A. in University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.
Law school and academic background
Scott completed J.D. in The University of Alabama School of Law and B.A. in University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Scott runs in North Carolina is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Scott's professional memberships and bar associations
Community Involvement •Christ United Methodist Church, Member •Moot Court and Trial Advocacy Participant
membership
Locations
Scott Hunter Dunnagan's office in Raleigh
Scott's primary office is at 5420 Wade Park Blvd, Raleigh, NC, 27607. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Scott Hunter Dunnagan — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new employment attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Scott usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Scott charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Scott's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Scott will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a employment attorney in Raleigh, North Carolina
A short list to run through before you commit: How many employment matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Scott
Scott discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in employment practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every employment matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Scott confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Scott's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many employment practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Scott Hunter Dunnagan
How much does it cost to hire Scott for a employment case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Scott walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Scott offer a free consultation?
Scott charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Scott's office. Some employment attorneys offer free consults — check Scott's current terms during booking.
How long do employment cases in North Carolina typically take?
Simple employment matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Scott gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Scott take my case if I'm outside Raleigh?
Scott is licensed in North Carolina. Matters governed by North Carolina law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Scott will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Scott?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Scott will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Scott accepting new employment clients right now?
Scott's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Employment attorneys serving Raleigh, Charlotte and Durham in North Carolina
Scott handles employment matters throughout North Carolina. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified employment attorneys in that community.
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