Scott M. Pearson

Partner
Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, LLP
PROFESSIONAL SERVICES

Scott Pearson, partner at Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, LLP, advises on transactions with regulatory oversight and defends clients in investigations by agencies such as the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) and Federal Trade Commission (FTC). He also helps businesses navigate complex financial regulations, including fintech lending partnerships and commercial finance disclosure laws. Recognized as a 2024 Banking & Finance Visionary by the Los Angeles Times and a Stand-Out Lawyer by Thomson Reuters, Pearson is ranked nationally in Chambers USA for fintech legal expertise. A soughtafter speaker and industry commentator, he is frequently quoted in American Banker and Law360. Beyond his legal work, Pearson supports health care, environmental initiatives and pro bono efforts for military veterans.