Scott B. Goldshaw

Scott B. Goldshaw

4.8
Rating: 9.5

Licensed for 29 years

Litigation Lawyer at Philadelphia, PA
Practice Areas: Litigation, Employment & Labor

Two Penn Center, 1500 JFK Blvd., Ste. 1230, Philadelphia, PA

About Scott

Biography

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Litigation 70%

Represent individuals and businesses in a broad array of employment-related and other litigation.

70%
Employment and Labor 30%

Counsel businesses and individuals in employment-related matters.

30%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 600-600 per hour

Contingency

40%-40%


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Pennsylvania for 25 years

State: Pennsylvania

Acquired: 2000

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in New Jersey for 28 years

State: New Jersey

Acquired: 1997

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in New York for 29 years

State: New York

Acquired: 1996

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Location

Salmanson Goldshaw, PC

Two Penn Center, 1500 JFK Blvd., Ste. 1230, Philadelphia, PA, 19102

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Scott B. Goldshaw's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.8 /5.0

25 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 12 reviews | Employment & Labor

Posted by Korey | July 21, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Employment & Labor

Exceptional Legal Support That Saved My Small Business

As a small business owner, being sued by an employee was an incredibly scary and stressful experience that could have devastated my business. I am so grateful for the outstanding representation I received throughout the entire process. Christen Casale, Scott Goldshaw and the entire team were professi...onal, knowledgeable, and truly dedicated to protecting my interests. They communicated clearly, guided me every step of the way, and fought hard to achieve the best possible outcome. I highly recommend their services to any business owner facing legal challenges. Thank you for your exceptional support and for helping me safeguard my business!

Posted by David | July 20, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Employment & Labor

The Best Employment Attorney

Managing both physical therapy and orthopedic physician practices for more than 15 years, I experienced 4-5 occasions in which I required legal expertise in regards to employment law. In all of these cases, I consulted with and hired Scott Goldshaw. He handled each case with professionalism and an ob...vious superior expertise in the field of employment law. I will hire no one else.

Posted by anonymous | March 18, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Employment & Labor

Corporate Affairs Leader

I recently had the opportunity to work with Scott on an employment matter and he exceeded all of my expectations in both his substantive knowledge and strategy and his kind, reassuring demeanor. I would call him immediately if I had another employment issue arise and Scott would respond quickly! He a...lways does. I could not recommend him more highly.

Posted by Beth | November 02, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Employment & Labor

First experience using a lawyer, would definitely use him again!

I was referred to Scott to help review an executive contract for a new position- he was amazing! I'd never used a lawyer and did not expect such a warm experience. While I anticipated it to be very transactional Scott is incredibly empathic and takes the time to explain his thought process to be su...re it makes sense. Scott also made sure to understand my situation before he spent the time reviewing my contract- he didn't want to spend his time and therefore my money if he didn't think he could help. He listens and considers your view- while he gives advice he also navigates the situation pivoting when considering new information/ideas you have. Scott also takes the time to check in on you periodically during what is a complex emotional time when changing jobs. Scott is also incredibly accessible- he took the time to meet with me on a weekend because he was going to be on holiday during a weekday, he didn't want to leave me hanging while he was away. He also responds quickly to emails. Scott demonstrated he cares a lot about the well being of his clients, it is easy to speak with him and ask questions- this was important for me since I know very little about law/litigation. I would definitely use Scott again and highly recommend him without reservation to others.

Posted by Sara | October 05, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Employment & Labor

Worth every penny

I met Scott on one of the worst days of my life. I'd worked with plenty of attorneys before and didn't have high hopes , just figuring he'd be moderately helpful and transactional while billing the heck out of me. I'm so glad I was wrong. Scott brings a lot to the table when you hire him to help you..., ensuring he is worth every penny. (1) He treats you like a human. I cried during most of our first week of conversations but he insisted on FaceTiming on day 1 so that he could let me see him and know that there was someone who cared on my team. It made an enormous difference to my ability to engage and survive in my own battle. (2) He is patient and thorough, making sure you not only understand your options but nudging you to consider them thoroughly. He adapted to my complex learning style after just a few weeks. (3) He's a brilliant strategic thinker who can help you find ways to win even when it seems like all is lost. At the same time he is willing to admit mistakes and open to others' ideas. (4) He writes well and cares enough to be sure that his communications are very clear and accurate so they are received as intended. This is also strategic and a winning move. (5) He is very clearly in law because he loves it and what it can do for people. I never had a single moment where I felt like a billable hour. I plan to work with Scott on all matters employment until he retires. I don't care what he costs, I know it will be worth it. I can't say that for any of the other lawyers I've ever hired, nor for many other professionals in my life. This high praise is extremely well deserved.

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Scott B. Goldshaw's Lawyer Endorsements

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Catherine Reisman

Employment and labor lawyer | Jul 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Scott is the first person I think of when someone has an employment law issue."

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Patricia Pierce

Employment and labor lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.5 (Superb)

Honors

2014

Best Lawyers, Employment Law, Best Lawyers in America

2013

Best Lawyers, Employment Law, Best Lawyers in America

2013

Super Lawyer, Law & Politics Magazine

2012

PA Litigation Firms of the Year -- Employment, Runner Up, The Legal Intelligencer

2012

Super Lawyer, Law & Politics Magazine

2011

Super Lawyer -- Rising Star, Law & Politics Magazine

2009

Small Firm Pro Bono Award, Equality Advocates

2008

Super Lawyer -- Rising Star, Law & Politics Magazine

2006

Super Lawyer -- Rising Star, Law & Politics Magazine

2005

Super Lawyer -- Rising Star, Law & Politics Magazine

1995

Order of the Coif, University of Pennsylvania Law School

1992

Phi Beta Kappa, University of Michigan

Work Experience

2025 - Present

Managing Partner, Goldshaw Greenblatt Pierce LLC

2001 - 2025

Shareholder/Attorney, Salmanson Goldshaw, P.C.

2000 - 2001

Attorney, Willig, Williams & Davidson

1996 - 2000

Attorney, Kaye Scholer LLP

1995 - 1996

Law Clerk, U.S. District Court, S.D. Tex.

Associations

Philadelphia Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Marcus v. PQ Corporation

Multi-million dollar judgment, affirmed on appeal

Sorg v. Merz

Awarded full amount of wages/severance sought, in hundreds of thousands of dollars.

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Education

1995

University of Pennsylvania Law School

JD - Juris Doctor (Order of the Coif, cum laude, Law Review)

1992

University of Michigan

Bachelor of Arts (Magna Cum Laude, Highest Honors in Economics)

Speaking Engagements

2012

Employment Law Institute

Do's and Don'ts of Handling a Charge Before the PHRC

2011

Charting the Future of Employee Rights Advocacy

ERISA -- Maximizing Recovery Under Sec. 510

2010

The Do's & Don'ts of Reductions in Force

Downsizing

2006

Employment Law Update

Pregnancy and Motherhood Discrimination and Retaliation Claims

2002

Making Sense of Employee Benefits

Special Health Plan Issues

2001

Employment Law Institute

Motions in Limine in Discrimination Cases

Publications

1992

University of Pennsylvania Law Review Discrimination by Managers and Supervisors: Recognizing Agent Liability Under Title VII

Languages

English

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