
Imagine a world where George Floyd, Ahmaud Arbery, Tamir Rice, or Michael Brown were still alive.
That’s what I’m fighting for.”
A. Scott Bolden
The powerful voice at the intersection of race, law, and politics
Onstage, online, and on the air, the moment you hear A. Scott Bolden you know he’s a fearless champion for responsible solutions to today’s defining cultural issues.
As senior partner at the D.C. office for one of the world’s top international law firms, Scott handles some of the most high-profile cases that make national news.

A nationally acclaimed attorney, crusader for racial justice, legal commentator, and political analyst, major networks frequently book Scott to give his expert insights on the hot-button issues of the day.
Scott’s sharp analysis and thought-provoking commentary equips and emboldens audiences to seek equal justice under the law for all Americans.
Scott serves proudly at both of his alma maters. Formerly their Secretary, he is now Vice Chair of the Morehouse College Board of Trustees and Chair of their Governance Committee. Additionally, he is a distinguished member of the Board of Visitors at Howard University School of Law. He is a lifetime member of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc.
Social Justice
- Race, Racism, & Reconciliation
- Police Reform
- Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
- Economic Justice
- Environmental Justice
- Legal Industry Disparities
- Blacks in Big Law
Legal
- White-Collar Defense
- High-Profile Reputation Issues
- Financial & Fraud
- Civil Rights
- Constitutional Rights
- Sex Crimes
- Race, Racism, & the Law
Politics
- The Democratic National Committee
- Redistricting/Voter Reapportionment
- Voting Rights/Voter Suppression
- National Policy Issues
- Reparations
- DC Statehood
Awards & Recognitions
- Top 100 Most Influential Lawyers (Savoy Magazine – 2022)
- Ollie May Cooper Award (Washington Bar Association – 2021)
- Annual Washington DC Super Lawyers List (2013-2020)
- Equal Justice Award (National Bar Association – 2020)
- Rainmaker Award (Minority Corporate Counsel Association – 2018)
- Distinguished Alumni of the Year (Howard University School of Law – 2013)
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