Professor Dr. Donald Scotten
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Biography
Donald Scotten is a Professor of Practice at USC Gould School of Law, specializing in business organizational law and business entity governance. His teaching focuses on Business Organizations, Mergers & Acquisitions, and the Introduction to the U.S. Legal System. In addition to his academic role, Scotten serves as counsel at Akerman LLP and has held significant legal positions, including vice president and senior counsel at Countrywide Home Loans, Inc., and senior associate at Howrey LLP. Scotten earned a Bachelor of Arts, cum laude, in Economics and Communications from the University of Pennsylvania, a Juris Doctor degree from the College of William & Mary Law School with honors from the Order of the Coif, and an Executive LL.M. in Taxation from New York University.
Research Interests
Experience
Vice Dean Administration
— PresentUSC Gould School of Law • Los Angeles, California
Oversees administrative functions and academic programs at USC Gould School of Law.
Counsel
— PresentAkerman LLP • Los Angeles, California
Provides legal counsel in business organizational law.
Vice President Senior Counsel
— PresentCountrywide Home Loans, Inc. • Los Angeles, California
Led legal affairs for business operations.
Senior Associate
— PresentHowrey LLP • Los Angeles, California
Worked on business law cases as a senior associate.
Requirements for University of Southern California
Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
TOEFL
IELTS
GRE General
Prerequisites
Application Checklist
- Online application
- Official transcripts
- Personal Statement
- Resume/CV
- Letters of Recommendation (not required for MS CS, but allowed)
Specialization Notes
GRE is NOT required for Master's applicants for 2025-2026.