Scott Steven Rosenthal

Scott Steven Rosenthal

3.5
Rating: 8.9

Licensed for 27 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Cleveland, OH
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Probate

1001 Lakeside Ave E Ste 1720, Cleveland, OH

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Licenses

Licensed in Ohio for 27 years

State: Ohio

Acquired: 1998

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Rosenthal Thurman Lane, LLC

1001 Lakeside Ave E Ste 1720, Cleveland, OH, 44114-1156

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Scott Steven Rosenthal's Reviews

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3.5 /5.0

19 Client Reviews

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Posted by Nicole | April 07, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Trying to get in contact with you Scott, I thought you're my lawyer

Hi Scott, I'm your client. I've been trying to reach you for three days and you are always "out of the office" when I give my name. I believe you made a mistake in my divorce. I'm supposed to be able to sell my house or at least make payments on it. I own the house and I'm about to be foreclosed on a...nd lose everything I haven't already lost. I can't afford a new lawyer because when I did all the work on the case, you asked for it and then charged me for multiple people to review it. As far as a review, plan on being your own lawyer. If my mother wasn't a retired paralegal I would have lost everything. I practically had to force them to subpoena documents. Afterwards, they said they found no evidence of my allegations. I had to ask for the documents and it was hard getting them for some reason even though I think I'm supposed to be sent a copy. Thanks for the document dump by the way. I sat down for 16 hours making an excel spreadsheet showing proof of all my allegations. He seemed mean after that. Like I was forcing him to work and I got the feeling of "just go along with it". I feel the same way all the other negative reviews. Ignored, work not done, doing the work myself and being charged, felt like he was working for the other side, always in the dark. I felt like I had no power or say in anything. If I said anything he would get an attitude and be very rude in my opinion. I was afraid. I couldn't afford another retainer because nothing was happening with the case. My ex had perjury in the double digits and nothing was done to change it. I had no income for 3 years, which is how long it took me to get divorced. I do not have children. I thought you were given a divorce within a year if you have no children. I thought this lawyer was out of my life, but now my house is being foreclosed on and I can't make a payment or sell it. What a nightmare. I guess I'll borrow another $5k for a retainer for another lawyer to fix his mistakes. It's Friday and I've called for three days. He clearly isn't going to respond to me. I think the positive reviews are fake, unless I'm treated this way because I'm a woman or because I don't make six figures a year and he can charge an outrageous amount for his paralegal and office clerk to do ALL the work. God help you if you hire him, no one else can.

Posted by Christina | November 16, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Highly Recommend

I would highly recommend Scott not only for his legal expertise in domestic court but because he really does care about what happens to you and your family. I had a case that was dragged out by my ex and he was there every step of the way. He listened to my concerns and always communicated ahead of t...ime what I should expect.

Posted by anonymous | July 17, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

AWFUL

I was ignored and poorly advised at every turn. He refused to negotiate with opposing counsel when we had a distinct advantage (due to a signed agreement yet to be ruled on.) opting to litigate the case at trial. This would have been alright except he hadn’t prepared at all. I was forced to outsource... research, and even prepare affidavits myself that were never looked at, much less filed. Nor were any responses filed to their false and disprovable claims, subjecting me to constant harassment by my ex. I was told that we would address it at trial. Fine. I was never kept informed of any developments, ignored any time I had concerns, and forced to hunt down witness names and info myself. Also fine. But they never issued subpoenas or entered a witness list to the court. The day before the trial was scheduled, the opposing counsel had subpoenas, witness lists, and filings. Scott Rosenthal had issued no subpoenas or witness lists, looked over none of the documentation refuting their claims, and HAD DONE NOTHING TO PREPARE FOR TRIAL AT ALL!!! Whether it’s incompetence, disinterest, or laziness, I couldn’t say. . At that point he demanded we settle that day at an extreme disadvantage. He pushed me into a terrible agreement, ignoring me and even talking over me when I told him what I was ok with, glaring at me anytime I voiced concerns. I wound up with tremendous debt and less money than I had been receiving in support. DO NOT MAKE MY MISTAKE!!

Posted by Danielle | October 03, 2013 | Divorce & Separation

Endorsement of Scott Rosenthal

Scott handled my divorce and child custody case with the upmost professionalism and integrity. My case was multi-faceted and filled with challenges; however, Scott's expertise and guidance was impeccable and "spot on". He was extremely diligent, worked through any issues that came up and always kep...t me well informed. He was well-versed on the issues that we dealt with and was always several steps ahead of the opposing counsel. Not only was he extremely competent, he also was very sensitive to the emotional aspects that result from dealing with a divorce and child custody issues. I am extremely grateful for the way Scott represented me and handled my case. I don't believe I would have been as successful with any other representation. I was so satisfied with the service level I received from Scott that I have recommended him multiple times to friends and acquaintances and my sentiments noted above have been unanimous!

Posted by anonymous | January 23, 2012 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Poor communicator

Did not keep me informed of communications with the other party, which could have saved a lot of money and trouble

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Experience

Rating:  8.9 (Excellent)

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Cleveland State University - Cleveland-Marshall College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

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