Scott Jonathan Brook

Scott Jonathan Brook

4.7
Rating: 9.8

Licensed for 33 years

Family Lawyer at Coral Springs, FL
Practice Areas: Family, Divorce & Separation, Domestic Violence ... +3 more

2856 N. University Drive, Coral Springs, FL

About Scott

Biography

Practice Areas

6

Practice Areas

Family 50%

Family Law - Divorce - Custody/Timesharing/Child support

27 years

50%
Divorce and Separation 20%

Family Law - Divorce without children

27 years

20%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 250-400 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 33 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 1993

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Scott J. Brook, P.A.

2856 N. University Drive, Coral Springs, FL, 33065

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Scott Jonathan Brook's Reviews

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4.7 /5.0

103 Client Reviews

Showing 11 - 15 of 29 reviews | Responsiveness

Posted by Andrew | July 16, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Exceptional Attorney: Honest, Principled & Professional

Let me start by saying that Scott Brook is an exceptional lawyer who I would highly recommend. My case was unique and complicated as it involved years of history, previous representation and the fact that I live out of state. Picking an attorney off the Internet added to my challenge, actually gettin...g one to respond was challenge enough; yet Scott did respond and after our initial consultation I retained his services. He represented me very well. With my glowing recommendation you would think I won my case, yet I did not. Although Mr. Brook helped me resolve several financial issues with my ex, the overall outcome wasn’t determined until the judge reversed a previous ruling of her own following months of good faith efforts based on her previous directives. That judge has since been removed from the bench. One could not have foreseen this coming and thus any injustice or setbacks were not a result of my representation. From the outset Mr. Brook was excellent at communicating with me. He was very responsive to my emails, rarely letting even a day go by without a response. We scheduled phone consultations and he was always prompt and never canceled; not even once. He assisted me in avoiding mediation, resolved outstanding financial issues, made recommendations that I could live with, dealt honestly both with myself and opposing counsel (oc), and continually pressed the ever stalling oc to responses. Documents needing to be filed were done so in a timely and appropriate manner. He made no excuses while the oc made plenty. Even a national tragedy did not deter him from representing me properly. His demeanor in court was both respectful and professional. His approach to dealing with oc was to be amicable until something sterner was necessary; yet he never wandered into inappropriate. Perhaps what was most significant was Mr Brook’s ability to be a calm and steady voice in a difficult and emotional case. Anyone dealing with divorce involving children knows what I am referring to. I am extremely grateful to Scott and his staff for their professional yet personal approach to dealing with my legal matters. While competent legal counsel is always costly, Scot's fees were reasonable considering the level of service and expertise he brought to my case.  If someone is looking for an unscrupulous  attorney with a "win at all cost" attitude, look elsewhere.  However if you are looking for honest, experienced, principled and professional representation to walk with you each step of the way, advocating for you vigorously, Mr. Brook is perfect for the job. Again, I highly recommend his services. 

Posted by Dragos | July 14, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Best lawyer ever....and not just a lawyer

Honestly,the best lawyer you can find.I hired Scott for my divorce issues and i can tell from the bottom of my heart that was the best decision of my life.I found him not just like an excellent lawyer but a lot more then that.I found a friend,a person that is doing more then his job,so supportive,so ...open....so dedicated.....so available for my needs.I found him so much involved and so dedicated to my case and that gave me so much confidence.....he’s competence and he’s knowledges are not questionable.....I highly recommend Scott for everybody......the way he fight for my case,the way he put he’s competence and the way he made a complicated case so easy makes me share this experience...More then that,he’s surrounded by great people like Carmen,Arlene,Roberta and everybody hwo is working in that office....so,don’t think twice when you need a great lawyer.

Posted by Victoria | May 16, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Best Family Lawyer Around.

Scott is absolutely amazing. Always very patient and kind. He truly listens to concerns and looks at a situation from all angles. When it came to my child's custody, I honestly felt he has her best interest at heart. Even today, as the case has been settled for some time now, Scott still got on the p...hone with me to address a concern. I highly recommend Scott J Brook if your look for a qualified family attorney to settle your biggest issue's and get your peace of mind.

Posted by Rebecca | February 20, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Strategic like a businessman, not just a suit.

I hired Scott J. Brook to represent me in efforts to modify a 5 year old (original) parenting plan. My intent was to change the time share from 50%/50% to a time share that worked better for my children and me. I was immediately pleased with Scott's demeanor and how comfortable I was talking to... him about my situation. I was also impressed that he gave me his personal cellular number, making himself immediately available to me both during work hours as well as after hours. Scott put my children's and my needs first, educating me on what to expect as we chartered these unfamiliar waters. I was never surprised with the direction the change took because Scott had communicated previously what would be most likely to occur. This brought a great comfort to me and my children. Like the answer or not, I was always well informed. Scott's "out of the box" thinking and seamless ability to navigate my commission based profession, proved to be immensely beneficial as we maneuvered through the financial portion of the modification. He listened to me as I made suggestions and allowed me to be part of the process. It felt like we were a team. Scott is strategic, thinking like a businessman, not just a "suit". His questions are calculated and were communicated in a profound manner. I highly recommend hiring Scott J. Brook. When you hire Scott J. Brook, you are not hiring simply a lawyer to represent you, you are hiring an advocate and a voice. I felt very comfortable putting all of my confidence in him and his expertise. I wish Scott J. Brook had represented me when I went through my divorce. You want Scott in your corner.

Posted by anonymous | August 26, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Elder Law

Excellent lawyer

Back in March 2015,I received a phone call about my elderly mother's bank account. When I flew down to Florida,I discovered a family member had taken my mother's money and had left her estate a disaster. I was able to get Scott's name from a local friend and he was kind enough to see me right away,... He listened to me and offered immediate suggestions of what to do. I hired him and he and his awesome staff,were there for me till the bitter end. It was a very difficult case for me being in another state,but Scott,Stacy,Nicole and Arlene and other staff members always answered every question and saw to every detail. I highly recommend Scott Brook to anyone in need of a lawyer.

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Scott Jonathan Brook's Lawyer Endorsements

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Jonny Kousa

Family lawyer | Apr 30

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I've had several cases against Scott Brook. He is always courteous and professional and I have always enjoyed working with him."

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Danna Magloire

Divorce and separation lawyer | Nov 13

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Brook and I handled a divorce where the parties had an acrimonious relationship. Yet, Mr. Brook was very professional, always calm, respectful, and solved problems with civility. I would definitely co-counsel or refer any complex case to him."

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Kenneth Cutler

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jan 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Scott is an excellent attorney. He has an excellent demeanor and is a determined advocate for his clients. He has been a dedicated public servant, an incredible parent, mentor and charitable member of our local community for many years. I highly endorse him."

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Jeb Niewood

Family lawyer | Jan 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Scott is not only a consummate professional and an expert in his field but he is an even better human being. He will passionately advocate for his clients and treat each with dignity, compassion and respect."

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Gary Handin

Family lawyer | Jan 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Scott is very friendly and caring as well as being diligent in representing his clients."

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Raisa Romaelle

Family lawyer | Mar 31

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I had the pleasure of working with Scott on a family matter and was extremely impressed with his superb litigation skills, knowledge of law, and passion for his clients. Scott is brilliant attorney, a master of his craft and an excellent negotiator. I also felt that as a female attorney, Scott saw me as his equal and always treated me with respect, yet he wasn't afraid to battle it out with me to ensure his client's interests were served. (I really appreciated that!) Not only is Scott a zealous advocate and a formidable opponent, he is also a wonderful human being and has a great heart. I feel honored to have had the opportunity to work with him, and I believe anyone that is thinking about whether or not to hire Scott, should not give it a second thought! He is your guy. His extensive experience and ability to think out of the box are an asset to any case. He is just wonderful and has my highest recommendation."

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Michael Waddington

Family lawyer | Jun 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Scott. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Jeffrey Adelman

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jun 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Scott is a zealous advocate for his clients and a fixture in the Coral Springs community."

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Nancy Brodzki

Family lawyer | May 20

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Scott Brook is a caring and compassionate lawyer who zealously advocates for his clients. I have mediated for him and his clients and his clients are always well-represented. His staff is also wonderful and a pleasure to work with. I have had several cases against him and we have (fortunately) managed to settle all of them out of court, for the benefit of both clients."

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Doreen Inkeles

Family lawyer | May 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Mark Abzug

Workers compensation lawyer | Sep 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Experience

Rating:  9.8 (Superb)

Honors

2024

Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

2024

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2016

10 Best, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys

2015

Nation's Top One Percent Attorneys, The National Association of Distinguished Counsel

2015

10 Best, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys

2007

Who's Who in American Law, Who's Who In American Law

2006

Who's Who in American Law, Who's Who In American Law

Work Experience

2006 - 2010

Mayor, Coral Springs

Associations

2019 - Present

Mental Wellness Networking Alliance

President

2004 - Present

Project Leadership

Founder

Broward County Bar Association

Member

Education

1992

University of Miami

JD - Juris Doctor

1987

Tulane University A.B. Freeman School of Business

JD/MBA - Juris Doctorate and MBA

1985

Tulane University

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2014

PNA Project Leadership

Leadership

2013

Monthly Networking

Having Balance in Your Life

Languages

Spanish

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