Proven Counsel for Complex Matters
Federal & State Criminal Defense
Complex Business litigation
corporate investigations
An Attorney Working
For You
At Tenley Law, P.C., clients come first. Based in Los Angeles and serving all of Orange County, Scott Tenley provides experienced representation across a broad range of complex legal matters.
His approach is rooted in integrity, strategic thinking, and a commitment to achieving results efficiently and effectively.
Admissions
- State Bar of California
- State Bar of New York
- Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals
- Second Circuit Court of Appeals
- U.S. District Courts for the Central and Southern Districts of California
- U.S. District Courts for the Southern and Eastern Districts of New York
Awards
- Director’s Award for Superior Performance as an AUSA, Criminal (2020)
- ATF Honor Award (2019)
- John Wilson Award for Pro Bono Service (2013)
Education
- University of Virginia School of Law (J.D.)
- The George Washington University (B.A.) (magna cum laude, Phi Beta Kappa)
how scott can help you
Federal & State Criminal Defense
Scott Tenley brings nearly two decades of experience to the defense of individuals and companies facing serious federal charges. As a former federal prosecutor, he has handled cases involving fraud, embezzlement, insider trading, health care fraud, money laundering, and other white-collar crimes. Scott is known for achieving exceptional results, including dismissals, declinations, reduced charges, and no-jail sentences. In 2024, The Daily Journal named him one of California’s Top White Collar Defense Lawyers.
Complex Business Litigation
Scott is an experienced civil litigator who represents both plaintiffs and defendants in complex commercial disputes in state and federal courts across the country. His work includes partnership dissolutions, breach of contract claims, trade secret and intellectual property disputes, and employment matters. Whether negotiating settlements or trying cases, Scott combines strategic insight with practical business judgment to protect his clients’ interests and resolve disputes efficiently and effectively.
Corporate Investigations
Businesses turn to Scott for trusted guidance when facing internal investigations, whistleblower complaints, or regulatory scrutiny. Having led more than a hundred federal grand jury investigations as an Assistant U.S. Attorney, Scott understands what government investigators look for—and how to respond. He helps organizations assess potential exposure, manage compliance issues, and engage with regulators strategically, always with the goal of resolving matters discreetly and protecting the client’s reputation.
Integrity
Integrity means standing by the client—protecting their rights, respecting their confidence, and delivering the same level of advocacy he would demand for himself.
Insight
Years of experience in federal and state courts give Scott the perspective to anticipate how prosecutors, judges, and juries will view each case.
Resolve
When the stakes are high, he meets pressure with calm persistence, building every case with the focus and endurance it deserves.
