Nielson, Jason A.

Scott H. Nettles was born and raised in the small town of Holden, Louisiana.  Following graduation as valedictorian of Holden High School, Scott attended Tulane University in New Orleans, Louisiana, where he was captain of the rugby team.  Scott graduated magna cum laude from Tulane University in 2007 with a Bachelor of Science in Management with majors in Finance and Legal Studies in Business.

Following graduation from Tulane University, Scott attended Tulane Law School in New Orleans, Louisiana, where he was a recipient of the Dean's Honor scholarship for his academic achievements and was a member of the Civil Law Society.  Scott graduated cum laude from Tulane Law School in 2010, obtaining a Juris Doctor and receiving a certificate in Civil Law.  While attending Tulane Law School, Scott served as an intern to the Governor's Office of Executive Counsel and as an intern to the Honorable Judge Dawn Amacker for the 22nd Judicial District Court.

Following graduation from Tulane Law School, Scott was admitted to practice in all Louisiana State Courts and entered private practice, where he has focused on the areas of criminal defense, personal injury and family law.

Scott is a member of the Louisiana State Bar Association and the American Bar Association.