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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
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Licensed in Ohio for 40 years
State: Ohio
Acquired: 1985
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Posted by Monique | February 01, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Consumer Protection
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 | Lemon Law
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.
Posted by James | December 30, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Consumer Protection
Amazing Attorney Amazing Results!!!
After multiple attorneys told me I had no case or it would be foolish to go after the creditor who violated my rights I contacted Mr Wertheim about the FCRA and Ohio Consumer rights matter concerning an Auto Repossession I had. He explained everything to me and my options. He took my case and worked ...
Posted by Rick | September 16, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Bankruptcy & Debt
A good person and a great attorney
I posted a bankruptcy question. About a company Midland Funding still taking money out of my check after filing for bankruptcy. Well got several replies but James told me to call him that he could help me. Well he did sent Jim some more information. He contacted them and got the matter taken care of ...
Posted by anonymous | June 22, 2018 | Hired Attorney
Knows his business!!
Mr. Wertheim took the time to explain my options and was extremely knowledgeable about my type of case. I look forward to having him resolve my issues quickly and efficiently. Would definitely recommend him to anyone!
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