Scott Samuel Ives

Scott Samuel Ives

4.9
Rating: 9.3

Licensed for 37 years

Family Lawyer at Sterling, VA
Practice Areas: Family, Personal Injury, Employment & Labor, Criminal Defense

46557 Pebblebrook Place, Sterling, VA

About Scott

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Family 35%

38 years | 300 cases

35%
Personal Injury 35%

38 years | 500 cases

35%
Employment and Labor 20%

38 years | 300 cases

20%
Criminal Defense 10%

38 years | 250 cases

10%

Fees and Rates

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Licenses

Licensed in Virginia for 37 years

State: Virginia

Acquired: 1988

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Maryland for 36 years

State: Maryland

Acquired: 1989

Inactive - Retired

No misconduct found

Licensed in District of Columbia for 36 years

State: District of Columbia

Acquired: 1989

Administratively Suspended - Non-Payment of Dues

No misconduct found

Location

Ives & Associates

46557 Pebblebrook Place, Sterling, VA, 20165

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Scott Samuel Ives's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

27 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 4 of 4 reviews | Communication Style

Posted by anonymous | April 10, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Look no further and choose this lawyer NOW!!!! all the experience in the world and most friendly service EVER!

Luckily I had never had the need for a lawyer before in my life, so I was skeptical in how to select one. Of course, google shows you a million results, and then ads in your apps after you search, but after calling different lawyers and dealing with their unavailability; I dialed to the Law Office of... Scott S. Ives, I expressed how urgent my matter was, he dropped what he was doing and immediately started helping me out on my case! He has proven to be reliable, knowledgeable, empathic, and well known in the local area. The other party had the "big" firm, with all the names and partners, and the more expensive bill, but Mr. Ives proved to be triumphant in the end; if you hire the other guys, you will rarely speak to your lawyer, you will end up talking to the receptionist, the paralegal, and rarely your lawyer. That doesn't work for me, I want to talk to the man that is going to be standing next to me when we enter the ring and that is what you will get here, with Mr. Ives! The big firm lawyer was so excluded from the details of the case, that that she would make mistakes that anyone else who is aware of your case would never make. Mr. Ives puts your case in the forefront of my life, working on it at any time your situation requires, teaches you steps you will encounter in the process and creates the right expectation along the way. I will always be thankful for Mr. Ives's services, as his relentless determination, and amazing work ethic. In a bad situation, where you need legal representation, Mr. Ives has been blessing to my life.

Posted by anonymous | February 10, 2019 | Residential

Excellent and Honest

Mr. Ives is very upfront and honest. We consulted him about some home matters and he gave his assessment of the situation and what our best options were and what we should consider before hiring him. He did not try any subtle pressure into hiring him because what he would charge may be too much for o...ur problem. He said he would always be available to us in the future for help. He is very easy to talk to. He is very attentive and seems genuinely concerned with our problem. We really couldn't have asked any more from him. I would highly recommend him if you think you need an attorney.

Posted by Amy | February 02, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Family

Outstanding attorney

Scott is an outstanding attorney who genuinely cares about the best outcome for his clients. He took the time to answer all my questions and guided me through a difficult domestic matter. He is highly professional, knowledgeable and ethical. If you are looking for a responsive and trustworthy attorn...ey to represent you with integrity, I recommend contacting Scott Ives.

Posted by Christy | January 06, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Really did me wrong

Scott Ives is not the guy you want to hire. I am a now divorced mom of three, at first he was great, he turned so ugly so fast. My divorce was complicated. I had 50k of credit card debt from house hold expenses, was a stay at home mom with three children under 6. We were renovating the home and liv...ing there. There was 120k in equity after renovations. 50k was on my cards. They never got paid. Scott did nothing but charge me money and yell at me. I received the lowest alimony possible having been married 12 years. 8 k for debt resolution. No money for lawyer, ex was able to ruin my credit. I have lived with others for 4 years now due to the fact that I am in school, my credit is ruined, and income so low. He never got my photos, never received 401k. I have had to hire another lawyer. I paid Scott over 20k. Worst result of any divorced woman I know in this income bracket. He took time to review the law for every question I had. He had no idea about what is admissible and what is not. I may have been one of his first divorce cases. He was awful!!! Please please please if you are a woman, RUN. My ex 401 had several k in it that Scott failed to view, or review. I lost about 30k there. I am interested in a class action suit.

Scott Ives

Replied last January 06, 2017

This is the first bad review I’ve received on Avvo after fourteen five star ratings. I guess it is to be expected that after almost 30 years of practice there will be an unhappy ex-client, but it is still disappointing. I’m sorry that this client was not happy with my services. Virginia ethics rules and professionalism prevent me from defending myself by discussing the facts of this client’s case. But I do feel it is important to note that all decisions regarding this intelligent client’s case were made with her full knowledge and consent. I am sorry that this client now indicates that she was unhappy with my services several years after her case ended. I strive to represent my clients to the highest standard and in a manner which leaves them satisfied with my efforts. I would welcome the opportunity to meet with this client to discuss her concerns further.

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Scott Samuel Ives's Lawyer Endorsements

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Rachel Virk

Family lawyer | Mar 18

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I have known Scott Ives since about 2004. We have tried cases against one another, and I can attest to both his dedication to his clients and to his competence as an attorney. I recommend Scott to persons in need of an attorney whom I cannot assist for divorce, personal injury, criminal, traffic and employment law cases. I know the client will be in good hands, and have had reports back of excellent results. Scott is an excellent attorney whom I heartily recommend!"

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Scott Kazem

Employment and labor lawyer | Jan 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Ives and I have been opposing attorneys on several cases and I find him to be well prepared and highly capable. I regularly refer cases to him when I am unable to accept them."

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Rachel Fierro

Employment and labor lawyer | Dec 05

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I have had Mr. Ives as an opposing attorney on several cases. He is very knowledgeable of the law and argues with passion for his clients. As a result of seeing his work ethic, tenacity and skills as a family law attorney, I know that the same skills carry over to his other fields of law; therefore, I have referred several employment cases to him, a field that I do not practice. I trust Scott Ives and know that when I refer a client to him, he will do his best to resolve their respective issues in the client's favor."

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Andrew Kasmer

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Scott is an extremely dependable attorney. He is conscientious and takes the time necessary to make sure that each of his clients' cases are handled appropriately."

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Michael Robinson

Criminal defense lawyer | May 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I've had the unique pleasure of working with Scott on many criminal matter and, unfortunately, against him on a family law matter. I will say this about Scott, his clients come first, and I glean tremendous insight about the law and the practice thereof, when I speak with Scott. Incredibly knowledgeable, absolutely professional and a great person. I highly recommend Scott Ives."

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Douglas Sanderson

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Rachel Virk

Family lawyer

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Spencer Beckman

Family lawyer

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Scott Kazem

Business lawyer

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Rachel Fierro

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Andrew Kasmer

Workers compensation lawyer

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Michael Robinson

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.3 (Superb)

Honors

2017

Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

2015

Cricuit Court Mediation Committee, Loudoun County Bar Association

2015

Law Camp Instructor, Loudoun County Bar Association

2012

Volunteer Award, Loudoun County Youth Shelter

1988

Environmental Journal, George Washington University National Law Cneter

1988

National Negotiating Competition Regional Winner, Fifth in U.S., American Bar Association

1985

Deans LIst, Lafayette College

Work Experience

2000 - Present

Attorney, The Law Office of Scott S. Ives, PLLC.

1992 - 1999

Attorney, Tate & Bywater, Ltd.

1988 - 1989

Law Clerk to Federal Judges, Federal Government

Associations

2015 - Present

Virginia Trial Lawyers Association

member

2015 - Present

Virginia Trial Lawyers Association, Family Law Section

member

1989 - Present

Maryland State Bar Association, Membership Committee

Member

1989 - Present

District of Columbia Bar

Member

1988 - Present

Virginia State Bar

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Loftus v. Vistarms, Inc., 69 Fed.Appx. 614, CA4 (VA) 2003)

I prevailed in federal court both at the trial level before the Eastern Distirct Court of Virgina and at the appellate level beofre the U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit

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Education

1988

George Washington University National Law Center

JD - Juris Doctor

1985

Lafayette College

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2012

Falcons Crest

general and elder law

2000

various car dealerships

Employment Law

Publications

1989

United States States Dept. Spain's Entrance into the EEC

1988

George Washington Law Journal Uncertain Committments

Languages

Spanish

English

Activity

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