Biography

Scott Brutocao represents employers in all aspects of Labor and Employment law and is licensed, and regularly practices, in both Texas and California. Board Certified in Labor and Employment Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization, Mr. Brutocao represents employers in litigation, counseling, agreement drafting and negotiation, training, and investigations. His litigation experience includes numerous jury and non-jury trials/arbitrations in both Texas and California on a variety of legal claims, and his advice practice spans all areas of employment law. Mr. Brutocao also has deep experience in drafting, advising, and negotiating covenants not compete and covenants not to solicit customers and employees, and in litigating such agreements along with trade-secret misappropriation claims.

Mr. Brutocao also represents high-level executives in the review and negotiation of many types of employment-related agreements.

Mr. Brutocao is a frequent speaker at employment-related seminars, both for employers and other attorneys. He also publishes articles on employment law issues in a variety of commercial and legal publications. His annual seminar, “California Law for Texas Employers,” is a one-of-its-kind program that attracts in-house and outside counsel, HR executives, and finance professionals.

Education

  • J.D., UCLA School of Law
  • B.A., University of Notre Dame, cum laude

Courts

  • Texas
  • California
  • U.S. Court of Appeals for the 5th and 9th Circuits
  • U.S. District Courts for the Northern, Eastern, Southern and Western Districts of Texas
  • U.S. District Courts for the Northern, Eastern, Southern and Central Districts of California

Honors & Awards

Mr. Brutocao was recognized by Best Lawyers® as 2015 “Lawyer of the Year” in Labor and Employment Litigation for Austin. He has been listed in The Best Lawyers in America© continuously since 2008. In addition, as published in Texas Monthly and Super Lawyers Magazine by Thomson Reuters, Mr. Brutocao has been named a “Texas Super Lawyer” continuously since 2012. Mr. Brutocao has received Martindale-Hubbell’s AV® Preeminent® rating every year since 2018, the highest rating possible rating in both legal ability and ethical standards, based on a peer review process reflecting the confidential opinions of members of the bar and the judiciary.

Articles

Lectures & Presentations

Courts

  • Texas
  • California
  • U.S. Court of Appeals for the 5th and 9th Circuits
  • U.S. District Courts for the Northern, Eastern, Southern and Western Districts of Texas
  • U.S. District Courts for the Northern, Eastern, Southern and Central Districts of California

Accolades

Board Certified, Texas Board of Legal Specialization
Super Lawyers, 2023, Scott Brutocao
Super Lawyers, 10 Years, Scott Brutocao
Martindale Hubbell AV

Recent News

New California Laws on the Horizon

New California Laws on the Horizon

Texas employers with California employees: Prepare for new 2025 compliance requirements in workplace violence, independent contractor protections, and more.
Oct 31, 2024
FTC’s Rule Banning Noncompetes Struck Down by Federal Court

FTC’s Rule Banning Noncompetes Struck Down by Federal Court

Court Blocks FTC's Proposed Nationwide Ban on Noncompete Agreements, Preserving State Law Autonomy. Employers should review their noncompete practices in light of ongoing legal challenges.
Aug 22, 2024
Cornell Smith Mierl Brutocao Burton Welcomes Laura Fauber

Cornell Smith Mierl Brutocao Burton Welcomes Laura Fauber

Laura Fauber joins Cornell Smith Mierl Brutocao Burton, LLP as a partner, offering deep expertise in labor and employment law, and broadening the firm’s capabilities in California and Washington.
Aug 20, 2024