Scott Schlegel

Scott Schlegel

also known as Kenneth Scott Schlegel

4.4
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 28 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Orlando, FL
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Family, Child Support ... +2 more

390 N. Orange Avenue, Ste. 2300, Orlando, FL

About Scott

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 45%

Scott's experience enables him to fully analyze and provide all possible legal options to a client before final decisions are made. Always having the client’s best interest in mind, he works hard to ensure his client has a successful outcome.

29 years | 600 cases

45%
Family 30%

Scott often strategically negotiates a complete, and fair, settlement through mediation to deter going to trial. However, highly adept in the courtroom, his case preparation and thorough discovery often has great success and satisfying outcomes.

29 years | 400 cases

30%
Child Custody 10%

Scott's extended length of experience in Family Law has enables him to analyze and assess what's best for the child, as well as his client, often using mediation instead of going to trial to defuse conflict and come to a successful resolution.

29 years | 250 cases

10%
Child Support 10%

A seasoned Family Law attorney, Scott can analyze a case and provide all possible legal options. Whether going to court or coming to an agreement through mediation, he has his client and their children's best interest in mind for a positive outcome.

29 years | 250 cases

10%
Wills and Living Wills 5%

Having worked within so many Family Law matters, Scott ensures his clients are protected reminding them of important future changes such as wills, living wills, a designated person for the HEPA release form, and health care surrogate.

14 years | 100 cases

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 28 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 1997

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Schlegel Law Group

390 N. Orange Avenue, Ste. 2300, Orlando, FL, 32801

Schlegel Law Group

1100 Brickell Bay Drive, Miami, FL, 33131

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Scott Schlegel's Reviews

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4.4 /5.0

48 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 10 reviews | Communication Style

Posted by James | January 26, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Awesome results

From start to finish the Schlegel law team were very much on top of and attentive to my case. They thoroughly reviewed all the details and gave honest feedback. When it came to trial, they were extremely prepared and organized. Scott fought for me and it culminated in an amazing result. The Schle...gel law team was worth every penny and I would hire them again if I needed.

Scott Schlegel

Replied last April 08, 2022

Thank you, James. Divorce is always a stressful challenge even under the most amicable circumstances. I appreciate you trusting in me to fight for you. We are very happy you are pleased with the outcome. That's what we always strive for!

Posted by anonymous | February 07, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Do Not Use

I DEFINITELY don't recommend this lawyer. Unfortunately a lot of his bad reviews are true. He does threaten to withdrawal from court case, he did this to me 2 days prior to court said i needed to pay him or he would withdrawal, felt like i was strong armed into paying him. His office does not communi...cate with you. Left messages for him and his staff only to be never returned. Was told reply by email so they can up charge your bill even more. Was double billed for services. Never informed me of a court date until a lil under a week before date was here. Does not have a payment option plan. When i met him at court he looked like he was out all nite and felt like he wasn't very presentable lawyer to me. Was called by his staff shortly after hiring him and asked to go and review him with positive marks on here, feel this tactic is not very appropriate as I have not completed my business with him. Yet they want good positive marks??? It seems more than one person has complained about his firm and about same issues, is this coincidence? I really don't think so, seems there is a pattern here. As for his responses HA what a joke those are. My suggestion to him "Scott take more interest into you firm. Call people back when they leave messages. Keep in contact with your clients GIVE YOUR CLIENTS A LIL MORE PERSONAL ATTENTION." As consumers we are paying for your services and do expect you to provide the service for which you are being paid for.

Scott Schlegel

Replied last February 07, 2019

This review is retaliatory for a client who had unrealistic expectations regarding attorneys fees and payment plan options. It is important to note the accusations are false and attempt to cast the law firm and Mr. Schlegel in a negative way. This fervor stems from the failure of the client to keep their account current and comply with the engagement agreement, which led to the firm’s withdrawal. Schlegel Law Group always tries to work financial arrangements out with clients but in this case the client failed to follow the arrangement.

Posted by anonymous | September 23, 2017

BUYER BEWARE!

My experience with this attorney revealed that all he is interested in is money. He has no interest in what he has promised the client he will do for the fee paid. He does not keep his word. He did not return phone calls, ever. There was no interaction with him once he received the money, except ...to send you a bill for more money, after a few contacts with his office staff. trying to get him to do what you hired him to do in the first place. A favorite tactic of this attorney is to attempt to scare you by threatening to withdraw if you refuse to pay more for unrendered services. In my opinion the practices of this attorney are unethical. If you want an experience from hell, hire Scott Schlegel, and afterwards you will have to hire someone else to complete what he was originally hired to do

Scott Schlegel

Replied last September 23, 2017

There is an expectation, which is explained in the retainer agreement, that a client will pay their account balance in full prior to a mediation or trial, which is a standard practice in this community. This client expected to have us move forward nonetheless. It now appears that this client is complaining that we failed to do work that we were not paid to do. Please understand that we give our clients payment terms which are very flexible. All of our legal work is performed with the utmost of professionalism and integrity.

Posted by anonymous | September 23, 2017 | Lawsuits & Disputes

worst lawyer ever

This was my first time having to hire a lawyer and by far a bad experience. I contacted Mr. Schlegal regarding my case. I was giving my amount, I was told that as soon as I paid half i would be represented. The same day I did so. A week before my appearance I was told he could not represent me becau...se my court date was closer than they thought. I asked for a refund and was told no. Finally after arguing and threatening to contact the news I was told I would be represented. The day off the appearance he did not come prepared and seemed to help the person I took to court more than myself. After I contacted his team and was told someone would contact me. No one ever did so I called and called. I left messages and finally got through to Crystal. After 5minutes on the phone she hung up on me and did not call back. I left it alone and figured what is done is done. It's been months and they have not filled my paperwork and when I called to ask questions I was told it was $150.00 a hour because my case is now closed. I have never felt robbed like this a day in my life. I would never ever use him again

Scott Schlegel

Replied last September 23, 2017

There is an expectation, which is explained in the retainer agreement, that a client will pay their account balance in full prior to a mediation or trial, which is a standard practice in this community. This client expected to have us move forward nonetheless. It now appears that this client is complaining that we failed to do work that we were not paid to do. Please understand that we give our clients payment terms which are very flexible. All of our legal work is performed with the utmost of professionalism and integrity.

Posted by Michael | October 28, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Wouldn't recommend

Scott was very responsive before the first check was received. After that, i felt I was chasing him for information. My case took much longer than it should have (confirmed with other attorneys) My impression was he has over booked himself and doesn't give you the time you deserve. One year after my ...settlement agreement was signed I went to another attorney, who flat told me I never should signed what I did. Long story short, I was not happy with the "service" I receieved. If you are looking for a personal approach to legal services, this is not where to go.

Scott Schlegel

Replied last October 28, 2016

This review is not from a legitimate client with experience from our practice.

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Scott Schlegel's Lawyer Endorsements

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Christopher Cronon

Divorce and separation lawyer | May 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Waddington

Family lawyer | Oct 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Francis Remsen

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jan 27

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Elizabeth Dilts

Family lawyer | May 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Schlegal is a excellent family law attorney. He is able to achieve the difficult balance of being a worthy adversary with striving for a fair resolution of the family law case. He litigates well when necessary, but always strives to achieve a fair settlement when possible to minimize legal costs and the impact of litigation on a family."

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Richard Schwamm

Family lawyer | Apr 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have referred both friends and close contacts in the community to Scott for his legal advice and counsel, under the challenging circumstances of family dispute. I believe his excellent communication and legal skills give Scott an added advantage in the courtroom and alternative dispute settings. I strongly recommend Scott Schlegel."

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Daniel Oliver

Family lawyer | Sep 23

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I have worked alongside Scott for over 9 years and have found him to be a very caring and thorough attorney. Scott has able to get results in cases where many other attorneys have failed. I strongly endorse him."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2022

Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

2022

Best Family Lawyers in Florida, Expertise

2021

Martindale-Hubbell, Distinquished

2020

Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

2019

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers

2017

Top 100 Lawyers, National advocates top 100 lawyers

Work Experience

2000 - Present

Managing Partner, Schlegel Law Group

Associations

2021 - Present

Miami-Dade County Bar Association

Member

2018 - Present

Florida Academy of Collaborative Law Professionals

Member

1997 - Present

Florida State Bar

Member

1997 - Present

Orange County Bar Association, Family Law Section

Member

2003 - 2004

Seminole County Bar Association, Family Law Section

President

Education

1996

Stetson University College of Law

JD/MBA - Juris Doctorate and MBA

1993

Stetson University

BS - Bachelor of Science

Languages

English

Spanish

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