Thomas B. Scolaro

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Thomas B. Scolaro

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 26 years

Personal injury Lawyer at Miami, FL
Practice Areas: Personal Injury, Brain Injury, Spinal Cord Injury, Wrongful Death

1728 Coral Way, Suite 702, Miami, FL

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About Thomas

Biography

"Relentless advocate and unmatched commitment to clients."

With 25+ years of experience, Tom Scolaro is one of Florida’s premier personal injury lawyers. Handling cases in Miami, Key West and across Florida, he is not only dedicated to obtaining the best result, but also securing the long-term future of clients who sustained traumatic brain injuries.

With 25+ years of experience, Tom Scolaro is one of Florida’s premier personal injury lawyers, specializing in wrongful death and catastrophic injuries. Handling cases in Miami, Key West and throughout Florida, he is dedicated to securing the best result for his clients.

With 25+ years of experience, Tom Scolaro is one of Florida's leading personal injury lawyer, specializing in spinal cord injuries. He serves clients in Miami, Key West and across Florida. His commitment to obtaining the best result has led to multiple 8-figure results for his disabled clients.

With 25+ years of experience, Tom Scolaro is one of Florida's leading wrongful death attorneys. Serving clients in Miami, Key West, and across Florida, his commitment to obtaining the best result has led to multiple 8-figure recoveries for surviving spouses, children, and grieving families.

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Brain Injury 25%

27 years

25%
Personal Injury 25%

27 years

25%
Spinal Cord Injury 25%

27 years

25%
Wrongful Death 25%

27 years

25%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 120 minutes

Contingency

33%-40%

Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 26 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 1999

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Scolaro Law, P.A.`

1728 Coral Way, Suite 702, Miami, FL, 33145

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Online Presence

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Thomas B. Scolaro's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

10 Client Reviews

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Posted by Karen | September 24, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

hit by a truck

Is there really any way for me to say an enormous thank you to this law office? I was hit by a truck, obliterating my vehicle. I had slowed down to try and pull over because a police officer was on the roadside with lights on. The traffic was so busy, I could not move to the other l...ane and a gigantic car carrier truck smushed my car. The resulting injuries put me in the hospital for 44 days. My mother was my passenger, and her injuries had her in the hospital for 30 days. Mr. Scolero and his wonderful staff have been a source of intelligence, worked to keep me calm, and explained what was happening with my case. This case is an example of something I had NO IDEA about what was going on. I have always thought that if I followed a prescribed path, life would adhere to that path. This accident proved me hideously wrong. Mr. Scolaro and his staff calmly explained what they were doing, and what I needed to do, and what the next step would be. Mom and I lived, and the office of Leesfield and Scolaro have taken such a load off my mind because they handled the law aspects of the case. This was something I had absolutely no experience with. Again, an enormous thank you from the bottom of my soul to all of you in this office.

Posted by anonymous | December 27, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Highly Talented, Honest, Compassionate Lawyer

My wife suffered a serious injury when we were visiting Miami. We hired an injury lawyer who failed to get us a satisfactory settlement after many months. We transferred our case to Tom and his team. Tom, Renaud and the rest of the team care deeply about their clients and go far beyond the client/at...torney relationship. Our experience with Tom and Renaud was very satisfactory from the first moment we consulted with Tom. Tom and Renaud always responded quickly and effectively to all our questions. They did a brilliant work investigating and researching evidence, interviewing witnesses, and preparing for the mediation hearing. Tom hired a professional photographer to produce a short documentary video to highlight the amount of pain and suffering which my wife and every member of our family have suffered due to the injury. This video in addition to the many talents of Tom have ensured the satisfactory settlement which we got. Tom helped us to achieve a very satisfactory settlement, which was more than double what our first attorney managed to negotiate. The amount of investigation and research which Tom and Renaud put in our case was unbelievable. The way and strategy that Tom used to negotiated wit the insurance company was amazing. Tom is an honest, compassionate, and extremely talented attorney, and above all he is a great negotiator. I would highly recommend him, and his amazing team, to anyone who needs a personal injury lawyer.

Posted by Jimmy | October 8, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Best in the Business

Tom cares deeply about his clients and their well being. He goes beyond the client/attorney relationship and it shows in his work and results. My case was resolved quite favorably and I believe Tom, his team, and I, will continue to be good friends in the future. I could not have a higher opinion ...of his counsel. If you are looking for a personal injury attorney, look no further.

Posted by anonymous | March 19, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Excellence in Legal Representation and Compassion

Our experience with the Leesfield Scolaro was positive from the first moment we consulted with Ira Leesfield and Tom Scolaro. Tom Scolaro was attentive and helpful throughout a very difficult time for our family. Liana Garcia was our paralegal and was with us every step of the way with insight and c...ompassion, always responding quickly and effectively with any questions or issues as they arose. Tom helped us secure the best outcome in terms of compensation and fought hard throughout to bring a sense of justice to an otherwise senseless tragedy. He did a brilliant job dealing with the investigation, researching evidence, interviewing witnesses, and advocating at the mediation hearing. Tom is extremely articulate and is great negotiator. He makes a point of keeping the client's wishes as his most important guiding concern. Tom's combination of legal expertise, experience, knowledge and genuine empathy was precisely what my family needed during this very difficult time.

Posted by Mary | June 2, 2015

Our Story

My husband was in a terrible accident, and Mr. Scolaro and his staff made our lives much easier. Tom was informative and caring. I can't say enough good things about Tom and his staff. He will always have a special place in our lives.

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Thomas B. Scolaro's Lawyer Endorsements

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Christian Schoepp

Personal injury lawyer | Apr 09

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Thomas Scolaro is a great attorney and an even better man. I’ve known Thomas for over 7 years, and he is of the highest professional and personal integrity. I would not hesitate to hire Thomas as my personal attorney, nor would any other lawyer that I know; he is truly a lawyer’s lawyer. - Christian F. Schoepp"

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David Karas

Personal injury lawyer | Mar 19

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I highly endorse this Tom Scolaro, Esq. in all personal injury and civil litigation matters. Not only is he highly skilled trial attorney he is extremely adept at obtaining high level settlements. Just having his name on the demand letter or complaint increases the value of almost any case just based upon his incredible reputation. I will continue to work with and refer civil cases to him to obtain the maximum recovery!"

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Mason Kerns

Personal injury lawyer | Jun 02

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"Among insurance adjusters and attorneys who defend cases prosecuted by Tom Scolaro, there is what is known as the "Rule of 3": Take the $ result another attorney will get, and multiply it by 3, and that's what Tom Scolaro is expected to get for his client. Tom was born to be a trial lawyer. He comes from humble roots -- but those roots taught him to be competitive, to be relentless, to be compassionate about every soul he represents. He has unmatched deposition skills, prolific trial talent, and an unrivaled ability to connect with juries. He will negotiate anyone under the table, and if the other side is not smart enough to settle with a client represented by Tom Scolaro, he will make them pay. An expert tactician in the courtroom, Tom takes no prisoners and has no peers. Before striking out on my own, I worked for many great lawyers at renowned law firms. But I've never seen a plaintiff's attorney do what Tom does. He is simply the best."

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Walter Benenati

Wrongful death lawyer | Dec 22

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Tom is an excellent attorney that you can count on to handle matters with care and concern. He is smart, dedicated, and aggressive. I am proud to have worked with him on cases and learned watching his skills in the courtroom. Highly impressive attorney."

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Donald Barrett

Personal injury lawyer | Mar 30

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer. I have referred a number of clients to Tom Scolaro. He is professional, courteous and hard-working. His work-ethic and results always exceed expectations. Tom is a "lawyer's lawyer," and I wouldn't hesitate to refer clients to him in the future, nor would I hesitate to hire Tom Scolaro for myself or any of my loved ones, should the need arise."

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Daniel Reinfeld

Motorcycle accident lawyer | Mar 02

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer's work. Tom is a dutiful attorney who represents his clients in a highly effective and ethical manner."

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Patricia Kennedy

Personal injury lawyer | May 08

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer's work. Tom is an excellent lawyer. He has terrific instincts. Tom has proven to be a powerful trial lawyer and shows true empathy and dedication to the needs of his clients."

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Christian Schoepp

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Walter Benenati

Personal injury lawyer

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Donald Barrett

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2025

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2024

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2023

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2022

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2021

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2020

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2014

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2013

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2012

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2011

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2011

Most Effective Lawyer - Nomination, Daily Business Review

2010

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2008

Top Up-and-Coming Lawyers in Florida, Florida Legal Trend Elite

2007

Top Up-and-Coming Lawyers in South Florida, South Florida Legal Guide

2006

Top Up-and-Coming Lawyers in Florida, Florida Legal Trend Elite

2006

Top Up-and-Coming Lawyers in South Florida, South Florida Legal Guide

2005

Top Up-and-Coming Lawyers in Florida, Florida Legal Trend Elite

Work Experience

2024 - Present

Managing Partner, Scolaro Law, P.A.

1999 - 1999

Clerk, Leesfield, Leighton & Rubio, PA

1999 - 2024

Partner and Trial Lawyer, Leesfield Scolaro, P.A.

1998 - 1998

Legal Intern, Rockland County District Attorney's Office

1998 - 1998

Legal Intern, State Attorney's Office/Miami

1997 - 1997

Legal Intern, Rockland County Public Defender's Office

Associations

2006 - Present

Miami Beach Bar Association

Member

1999 - Present

America Association for Justice

Member

1999 - Present

Florida Justice Association

Member

1999 - Present

Miami Dade Justice Association

Member

1999 - Present

Dade County Bar Association

Member

1999 - Present

Monroe County Bar Association

Member

1999 - Present

Association of Trial Lawyers of America

Member

1999 - Present

Cuban American Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Jane Doe v. Resort

$11,750,000 settlement

Jane & John Doe v. Parasailing Company

$32,000,000 judgment

John Doe v. Truck Driver

$3 million settlement

John Doe v. Truck Driver

$1,995,000 Settlement

Toddler's Estate v. Furniture Manufacturer

$17.5 million settlement

Jane Doe v. Aquarium

$500,000 settlement

John Doe v. Bus Company

$1,000,000 settlement

John Doe v. Car Driver

$1,200,000 settlement

John Doe v. Construction Company

$750,000 settlement

John Doe v. ABC Property owner

$5,075,000 Settlement

Jane Doe v. ABC Florida Resort

$10,000,000 settlement

Dwight Grant v. Matthew Lyons

$15,400,000 verdict

Elfstrom v. Holmes

$40,580,000 verdict

Ellen Elfstrom v. Mark Holmes

$40 million verdict. Settled with Tannex Development Corp. for confidential amount.

Stuart Kemp v. American Medical Response Management

$2,100,000 verdict

Godur vs. Costco Wholesale Corporation

$1,007,000 verdict

Barbara Johnson vs. Key West Convalescent Center

$1,000,000 Policy Limits Settlement

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Education

1999

University of Miami School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1996

Manhattan College

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2021

Mid-Winter Seminar

Law Firm Marketing: What Works and What Doesn’t When Building Your Practice

2020

Live Webcast

Handling Cruise Ship Medical Malpractice Cases

2020

Live Webcast

Settlement Demand Letters

2020

Law Firm Marketing Program, Boardwalk Seminar

A 40-year Analysis of Marketing, Case Acquisition, and Continuous Law Firm Growth

2020

30th Annual Education Program

“How to Optimize the Efforts and Utilization between Lawyers and Paralegals"

2019

On-Demand Course

“Handling Cruise Ship Medical Malpractice Cases”

2017

Boardwalk Seminar

“Dodging Bullets in Pre-Litigation and Trial”

2015

Monroe County Bar Association Luncheon Meeting

Major Considerations for taking and defending depositions in all civil cases

2014

Monroe County Bar Association Luncheon Meeting

Status on the new Florida advertising rules and the misleading effect of their extreme application to websites, online networking, radio, and television

2013

Monroe County Bar Association Luncheon Meeting

Ethical Marketing Practices

2006

Nursing Home Negligence in Florida

Misdiagnosis and Mistreatment in the Nursing Home

2005

Litigating Premises and Negligent Security Cases in Florida

Finding, Selecting and Handling Expert Witnesses

2005

Litigating Premises and Negligent Security Cases in Florida

Apportionment of Fault in Inadequate Security Cases

2003

Abuse and Neglect in Assisted Living: A look at Legal Remedies

Elder Justice: Shaping Policy Saving Lives

2001

Litigating Nursing Home Cases

How to screen your nursing home cases?

Publications

Languages

English

Italian

Activity

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