Scott Robbins has practiced law in Poplar Bluff since 1996, offering practical, honest guidance to individuals, businesses, and rural communities across Southeast Missouri. With a steady and thoughtful approach, Scott carefully examines every side of a legal issue, helping clients make informed decisions that protect their interests. He has successfully tried numerous civil and administrative bench trials, jury trials, and argued multiple appeals, building a strong reputation for sound judgment and effective advocacy.

Scott focuses his practice on rural utilities, real estate, business and commercial law, workers’ compensation, and probate and estate planning. He is particularly recognized for his work with rural water and sewer districts throughout Missouri—helping to form new districts, draft beneficial legislation, and represent municipalities in complex matters. His efforts have earned him honors including the CALI Award for Excellence in Local Government and recognition as one of Missouri Lawyers Weekly’s “Up & Coming Lawyers”. He has presented at legal seminars for the Missouri Rural Water Association and helped found the Missouri Association of Sewer Districts through donated legal work.

Scott is a Life Fellow of The Missouri Bar Foundation, has served on the Missouri Bar Client Security Fund (including three years as Chair), and was elected to the Missouri Bar Board of Governors in 2017, where he continues to serve. Active in the Poplar Bluff community, Scott is a deacon and building committee chair at Westwood Baptist Church. He and his wife Devona have two children. Scott takes pride in helping his clients—many of whom represent vital local interests—achieve positive outcomes through strategic counsel and a deep commitment to their success.

Areas of Practice:
Rural Utilities +  Estate Planning + Business & Commercial Law + Adoptions + Probate + General Litigation + Workers’ Compensation