The Law Office of Scott R. Herndon, PC is a nationally recognized boutique law firm specializing in catastrophic personal injury and high-profile employment law matters, serving clients throughout California. With a commitment to protecting clients’ dignity, reputations, and legacies, the firm stands out for its academic rigor, personalized attention, and record of securing millions in compensation for those affected by severe injuries and wrongful acts.
Founded by Scott R. Herndon, who brings a background in philosophy, social justice, and literature, along with experience teaching at prestigious institutions like Stanford University and NYU, the firm combines intellectual depth with compassionate advocacy. It focuses on representing plaintiffs—individuals and families—who have suffered due to negligence, recklessness, or intentional harm, ensuring their careers and community standing remain protected throughout the legal process.
Services Offered
- Catastrophic Personal Injuries
- Wrongful Death
- Traumatic Brain Injuries
- Limb Loss and Amputation Injuries
- Spinal Cord Injuries and Paralysis
- Fractures and Broken Bones
- Sexual Assault & Sexual Harassment
- Employment Law
- Wrongful Termination
- Employment Discrimination
- Tour Bus & Limousine Accidents
- Commercial Truck Accidents
- Mass Shooting and Catastrophic Personal Injury Cases
- Motor Vehicle Collisions (automobiles, motorcycles, bicycles, pedestrians)
- Construction Accidents and Worksite Mishaps
- Dangerous or Defective Consumer Products
- Sports Accidents (negligent injuries to athletes, abusive coaching, defective team cultures)
- Assault, including Sexual Assault
The firm serves clients across the San Francisco Bay Area and wider California, including San Francisco, Oakland, Berkeley, Hollywood, Silicon Valley, Napa, Palo Alto, Sacramento, and multiple counties. With a focus on high-stakes, sensitive cases, it offers free consultations and leverages world-class experts to achieve justice for those facing life-altering injuries or employment disputes.
