Scott D. Danforth

Scott Danforth represents California school districts, county offices of education, community college districts, and private businesses. His focus on education law includes employment, special education, premises liability, and negligence issues. He regularly litigates matters arising under the California Education Code, California Government Code, Individuals with Disabilities Education Act, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act, and other state and federal statutes.  In addition, Mr. Danforth has litigated cases involving alleged copyright infringement, zoning ordinance violations, and contract disputes. He has been defending public entities in litigation matters, including appeals, since 2008.

Mr. Danforth also provides legal advice as general counsel for educational institutions and private business. His private business defense primarily focuses on employment law, involving the Fair Employment and Housing Act, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and California Labor Code. 

Finally, Mr. Danforth has extensive experience in appellate matters, both in the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals and the California Court of Appeal.

Practice Areas

Community & Professional

• Association of Southern California Defense Counsel, Member