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Scott Lynett, Esq.

Scott Lynett, Esq.

Welcome!

I'm Scott Lynett, Esq., an attorney with over 30 years of family business experience.

I'm here to be your trusted advisor—helping you make the best personal, financial, legal, and business decisions for your family and your business, not just today but for the long run. My goal is to ensure that your loved ones and business partners are protected and supported, even when you're no longer there to guide them.

Simply by being here, you've taken an important step toward securing peace of mind for yourself and those who depend on you.

I specialize in helping families and business owners avoid the costly and stressful pitfalls that can arise after the death or disability of a key decision-maker. With over 30 years of experience in family business and estate planning, I understand the challenges you face and how to create solutions that keep your family, business, and wealth intact.

I have a wealth of resources to help you keep your affairs in order and ensure your family, friends, and business partners stay out of court and out of conflict. Feel free to explore, and if you'd like access to any of these resources, just ask—I'm happy to share them with you.

Let's start protecting everything and everyone you care about today. I look forward to meeting you!

Scott Lynett, Esq.

Education

Boston College, Bachelor of Arts

Georgetown University Law Center, Juris Doctor

Villanova University, Master of Business Administration

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  • Extensive Estate Planning Knowledge

    As a fellow attorney, I have had the pleasure of collaborating with Scott Lynett, and I can confidently say he is an exceptional legal professional. Scott's extensive knowledge of estate planning law is impressive, and his ability to navigate complex issues with ease is a testament to his experti...
  • Atty. Lynett Goes Above and Beyond

    As a fellow estate planning attorney, I can't recommend Scott Lynett highly enough for anyone looking for a thoughtful, caring approach to estate planning. Unlike traditional attorneys, Scott goes above and beyond to ensure his clients' plans actually work when they're needed most. His firm is de...
  • Expertise in Navigating Complex Family Dynamics

    As an attorney, I have the pleasure of working alongside Attorney Scott Lynett and am continually impressed by his dedication to his clients as well as his depth of knowledge. With a focus on areas like family business succession, asset protection, elder law and estate planning, Scott brings a co...
  • Scott and His Team Are Fantastic

    Scott and his team are fantastic. They gave my family and me peace of mind knowing all affairs are in order. Zack and Heather were quick to answer questions and helped me stay on top of things while gathering information. We had a great experience and highly recommend this practice.
  • Guided Through the Process with Ease

    My husband and I recently met with Scott Lynett to assist us with estate planning. We cannot say enough about Scott and his team. Scott guided us through the process with ease. Answered all of our questions and addressed any concerns we had. He truly cares about his clients and takes his job very...
  • I Would Refer My Dearest Friends and Family to Scott

    As an Estate Planning attorney, I have had the pleasure to collaborate with Scott on several matters. I would not hesitate to refer my dearest family and friends to Scott. He and his staff are top notch: responsive, compassionate and knowledgeable! So grateful to have him on my short list of atto...
  • Very Caring Experience

    Very professional and very caring experience. Would highly recommend Legacy Planning! Their entire team was what we were seeking for our plan. We believe we made the correct decision for when this plan will be needed.
  • Helpful and Detailed

    Zack was extremely helpful, detailed, and helpful. He ensured that we were aware of our appointments. He was very personable, and polite with us during our process with your office visits. I would highly recommend your office to anyone looking for legal advice.
  • Attorney Lynett Has a Wealth of Knowledge

    I have had the pleasure of working with Attorney Lynett in a professional collaborative environment. Attorney Lynett has a wealth of knowledge and has the ability to communicate that knowledge in a way that allows others to easily understand complex concepts. I am impressed by his attention to de...
  • Excellent Work!

    I worked with Scott Lynett's firm to update and create my new estate plan. His staff Zachary and Heather assisted me throughout the entire process. My meeting with Scott Lynett was thorough and handled so professionally. All of my questions and concerns were addressed. I highly recommend Scott Ly...
  • Communication Was Excellent!

    Scott and his team are fantastic! We felt he addressed all our concerns and put everything together in a neat package. Communication throughout the process was excellent!
  • Experience Was Actually Enjoyable!

    The team of Scott, Zach and Heather made our estate planning easy. Everything was explained well and all of our questions answered. The experience was actually enjoyable! I highly recommend the firm for estate planning.
  • Superb Job

    Scott Lynett along with his team of Heather Dadey and Zach Graham did a superb job from start to finish.
  • All-Around Pleasant Experience for Our Family

    From the initial phone call through the completion of our engagement, Scott and his team, Heather and Zachary, were exceptional. They were pleasant, professional, and available every step of the way to make the process of family planning comfortable and easy. If there were six stars to give, I wo...
  • Amazingly Positive Experience

    Working with the team at The Law Office of Scott Lynett, was an amazingly positive experience. Very kind and thoughtful in their approach to important personal family matters, made my wife and I comfortable and confident we were making the right choices for ourselves and our family. We highly rec...
  • Thorough Analysis of Our Needs

    My wife and I had a great experience with Scott and his team! Scott was very thorough with his analysis of our needs, and he constructed a very appropriate estate plan for us. Heather and Zach were also super helpful and organized as we went through the process. We had procrastinated on updating ...
  • Pleasant and Efficient Process

    Scott's office made this process efficient and pleasant. Zachary and Heather were so helpful and everyone was so professional.      
  • Beneficial and Helpful Support

    My experience with Scott, Zachary & Heather was so beneficial & helpful and Thank you for your pleasurable support on our decisions.
  • Lynett Law Made This Process FUN

    I'm not sure how this was possible, but the team at Lynett Law made this process FUN. Scott Lynett is a very knowledgeable and dedicated attorney to doing what he loves and has a great team behind him to execute his practice. Zach and Heather are very kind and made the process SIMPLE. And we mana...
  • 6-Star Firm That Goes Above and Beyond

    This is a 6 star firm that goes above and beyond! From the first telephone interview, we knew that Scott would be the one to lead us through our estate planning. Every step of the way was planned and explained; our questions were answered promptly and professionally and three in person meetings w...
  • Considerate and Caring Team

    My husband and I were in search of an attorney to help us with estate planning. Scott Lynett and his team, Zachary Graham, Client Service Director and Heather Dadey, Legal Administrator were amazing! Scott discussed our goals and concerns while trying to understand what we needed. Together they w...
  • Very Trusted Colleague

    Scott is a very trusted colleague. He is the 1st person that I turn to when I have a client who has a probate or trust administration issue in PA. He does a great job for his clients and for mine.
  • Informative Process

    Most informative I was very impressed I was treated with kindness and respect. All questions were answered Heather and Zachary are truly an asset to this firm. Thank you so much.
  • Compassionate and Capable

    Lynett Law made a difficult process almost painless. Thank you, Scott for going above and beyond to make it happen within our time constraints. Zach was an excellent communicator and kept things moving forward without ever rushing us. We were in compassionate and capable hands from start to finis...
  • Estate Planning for New PA Residents

    Employed the Lynett firm to update previously completed estate planning from New York. From the start the communication from Zachary and Heather was superb. The planning meeting was concise and all questions and concerns were answered and explained. All documents signed were reviewed and explaine...
  • Very Diligent Team

    We have been procrastinating on having a will done for a couple of years. Very glad to have dealt with the Legacy Planning team. They were very diligent. From their extensive questionnaire to answering every single question we had, to the finished product of a well written and easy to follow will...
  • Best Process

    As a financial advisor I am very careful about who I refer my clients to. After talking with several estate attorneys in their area it was clear to me that The Law Office of Scott Lynett had the best process. My client was treated with the utmost care throughout the process and a customized plan ...
  • Helpful and Friendly!

    Thank you so much for your services and helping Gene and myself and doing our Will/trust. The whole firm was extremely helpful and friendly! Would definitely recommend anybody to your firm.
  • Accommodating to Our Needs

    Great team! They pay attention to detail, explain everything well, and were easy to work with when we moved south for the winter.
  • A Great Experience

    Working together with Scott and his assistant Zach was a great experienceWould highly recommend Legacy PlanningThank You for all your help
  • Easy to Work With, Approachable, and Willing to Answer Any and All Questions

    We worked with Attorney Scott Lynett and his assistant, Zach Graham. Scott and Zach were easy to work with, approachable, and willing to answer any and all of our questions. I would recommend them to anyone ready to plan for their future.
  • Patiently Guiding Through the Process

    Fortunately for me, life changes necessitated updating my will. That's how I found out how little I knew about the subject. Meeting with Scott Lynett and his assistant Zachary Graham was an education in itself. They guided me patiently through the process, encouraging questions and making sure I ...
  • Rock Solid Planning

    I am incredibly thankful for the attention, preparation, and kindness that the Lynett Law team showed my family, to review and update my mother's legacy planning documents. He made this process super easy, and we are so relieved to know that Mom has a rock solid plan in place.
  • Incredibly Thorough

    We had an excellent experience.  Scott and his team are incredibly thorough. No detail is left to chance. Communication with the firm is second to none. We left the document signing meeting with such peace of mind. My wife and I would give them the highest recommendation.
  • A Perfect Blend of Structure and Form

    A perfect blend of structure and form, practical and emotional. Scott delivers a professional, thoughtful customized experience in effectively and efficiently completing the estate planning process, which can be difficult for many. Scott is a knowledgable, informed listener and is clearly skilled...
  • For Peace of Mind and to Protect Your Family, Look No Further

    If you're looking for peace of mind and to protect your family, look no further. Scott and his team make a process that oftentimes is dreaded into something enjoyable and meaningful! My husband and I can both sleep better knowing we have done all we can with the help of the legacy planning team t...
  • Excellent Estate Planning

    Excellent estate planning. I had my will written twice. The 1st attorney I used created a “boiler plate” will that wasn't modified to my needs. I didn't know any better and I remained unsettled for a year. So I sat in lectures and did my due diligence to find a better law firm. I selected Legacy ...
  • Experienced and Informative

    Our family had a wonderful experience with Scott. His experience with estate law and planning was so helpful, as were his explanations of difficult aspects of the process. Zach, who runs client services, couldn't have been more professional and warm while also facilitating getting all our questio...
  • Estate Planning Made Easy

    Estate planning made easy. One of the hardest things to do is plan for your death. No one likes to talk about it, but working with Scott and Zachary made it simple.Why? At Legacy Planning, they have a meticulous system that, step by step, not only covers the basics but also addresses aspects you ...
  • Keeping Up With the Law

    Scott and Zack are simply amazing to work with! Such compassion and understanding from both of them. They are both very knowledgeable about the issues surrounding legacy planning and made the process seamless! I feel safe and secure knowing my family will be well cared for and my wishes carried o...
  • Nothing Short of Exceptional

    My experience with attorney Lynett's estate planning services was nothing short of exceptional. From the very first consultation, I felt confident and well-informed. Attorney Lynett, was incredibly knowledgeable and patient, taking the time to understand my specific needs and goals.The Law Office...
  • Fantastic Service and Attention to Detail

    I can't say enough good about the way everything was handled with our estate and business planning. Their level of service and attention to detail is fantastic. Thank you!
  • Devising the Best Plan for Our Future

    We had an excellent experience with The Law Office of Scott Lynett- Legacy Planning. The office was welcoming, and Scott's knowledge was evident as he addressed all our questions, helping us devise the best plan for our future and our daughter. There was no pressure to commit to unnecessary servi...
  • Confidently Recommended

    I don't often write business reviews, but wanted to share the excellent experience we had using Scott Lynett, Esq. for our legal needs. He and his staff, specifically, Zack Graham, are friendly, informative, and thorough. Awesome, professional, and very responsive to our questions and needs, we c...
  • Thoughtful and Caring Regarding Four-Legged Family Members

    I'm a worrier by nature so, thinking about creating a will and all the other legal paperwork involved only added more gray hairs to my head every time I thought about it. I realized I didn't even know where to begin. I was discussing this with a friend and she mentioned I should call Scott. I've ...
  • Thorough and Comprehensive Plan Within Weeks

    After procrastinating for far too long, and losing countless hours of sleep worrying that we were not properly prepared for the unexpected, and then trying the online DIY method for setting up the appropriate documents (a disastrous idea), I learned from a close friend that Scott Lynett was devel...
  • To Teach and Empower

    We recently used Scott (and his assistant Zach) to write up a family trust after going to a seminar where he was the guest speaker. Scott spoke for an hour about setting up an estate plan. It was obvious from that event just how personable, and knowledgable he is about family law. His work produc...
  • An Amazing Experience

    "My husband and I could not have asked for a better experience than what we received by Atty. Lynett when creating our legacy planning. He was very detailed in explaining the process and what we needed to focus on as homeowners, parents and pet owners. At times, when my husband and I were seeing ...
  • Exceptional Results

    "My husband, Kevin, and I could not be more pleased with the time and attention that was put into our legacy planning. Scott Lynett and his staff went above and beyond our expectations to ensure that we understood, with complete clarity, each and every step of the planning process. The end result...
  • Peace of Mind with Planning

    Our experience with Atty Lynett and Zack was outstanding! They were professional, kind , and concise in helping Kurt and I with our Trust and Legacy Plan. We both have peace of mind now that it is complete and are so grateful for their knowledge and guidance.
  • Comprehensible and Comfortable Process

    Scott and Zach were simply outstanding. His team's professionalism and adept communication made the process not only comprehensible but also comfortable!
  • Attentive to Details and Personal Needs

    Very professional people. Outstanding service, attention to details and personal needs. Always stayed in touch, quick response to all of questions and phone calls. Very satisfied and highly recommend this office for estate planning.
  • Highly Recommended

    "Couldn't get any better service. Highly recommend this firm for your legacy planning needs."
  • Making Estate Planning Easy for a Single Parent

    Thank you so much to Attorney Scott Lynett and staff, Zack. As a single parent with young children having a plan was very important and also very daunting to me. They made the experience very easy and uncomplicated. Honestly, having Legacy planning done and checked off and literally placed on you...
  • Competence and Compassion

    Competence and compassion; Scott is thorough, helpful, and clear. So helpful!

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