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James Scott Wertheim
also known as LawHQ
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Practice Areas
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Practice Area
Class Action
100%
20 years
Fees and Rates
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Licensed in Ohio for 40 years
State: Ohio
Acquired: 1985
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James Scott Wertheim's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 27 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by anonymous | April 27, 2021 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Great Attorney
James is professional, detailed, and trustworthy. He was able to reach a fair settlement, and kept me updated on the process throughout. Highly recommend!
Posted by anonymous | March 2, 2021 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Worst lawyer ever!
He did a poor job fighting our case but was quick to take our money. We felt our lawyer James Wertheim was working with the defendants lawyers to help them win our case!
James Wertheim
Replied last March 3, 2021Obviously this "client" did not post their name so it is impossible to respond to the false accusations. However, my 25 five star review belie the accusations.
Posted by David Beavers | February 2, 2021 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Excellent Results!
Hired Attorney Wertheim for lemon law case and I have to say that his, professionalism, knowledge, and case results were outstanding! Attorney Wertheim negotiated a settlement in the case with diligence, was well spoken at court proceedings, and ultimately was successful in obtaining a favorable resu...
Posted by Monique | February 1, 2021 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Consumer Law
James S. Wertheim is very knowledge when it comes to consumer law. He was very helpful and understanding and helped my family navigate through the litigation process . If you are in the Ohio area I highly recommend James S. Wertheim and office team to assist with your legal matters
Posted by Jeremy | November 23, 2020 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Great Attorney
We hired Mr. Wertheim for issues with a car wanted to know our rights. Mr. Wertheim walked us through the process. He was available to us the whole process. Was able to get a good outcome from it.
James Scott Wertheim's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this highly qualified lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"If you have been cheated by a car dealer, bank, builder, or retailer, Jim is the guy to talk to. He knows this area as well as anyone around."
Bryan Reo
Consumer protection lawyer
Robert Rutter
Insurance lawyer
Experience
Honors
2017
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2010
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
Work Experience
2017 - Present
Owner, James S Wertheim LLC
Associations
American Bar Association
Member
Cleveland Bar Association
Member
Ohio State Bar Association
Member
Sample of Legal Cases
Keating v Nelnet
Successfully represented client
Jenkins v Hyundai
Successfully represented client in class action
Education
1985
Ohio State University Moritz College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1982
University of Michigan, Ann Arbor
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2015
17th National Conference on Consumer Finance Class Actions & Litigation
Consumer Class Actions
2015
14th National Forum on Residential Mortgage Litigation & Regulatory Enforcement East
Mortgage Issues and Class Actions
2014
Consumer Finance Seminar
Class Action Litigation and Arbitration
2013
Consumer Finance Class Actions & Litigation
Debt Collection and Credit Reporting Litigation and Enforcement Actions:
Publications
2017
Consumer Credit:Laws, Transactions and Forms
Electronic Fund Transfer Act
1989
Insuring Real Property
Chapter 20: Investigating The Insurance Claim
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Can I sue a car dealership for negligence?
16 Jun 2021
Q&A
What should I do when I receive a summons on a Friday and it says 3 days to answer? Sat and Sunday closed.
05 Jun 2021
Q&A
Used car Dealership lied about vehicle title, and sold us bad vehicle.
02 Jun 2021