Margaret Lindsay Montano

Margaret Lindsay Montano

5.0
Rating: 7.7

Licensed for 16 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Bankruptcy & Debt

About Margaret

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 60%

Divorce/dissolution/separation/child custody and spousal support. Post-decree issues when a party desires to change custody or support terms.

15 years

60%
Bankruptcy and Debt 40%

Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 Bankruptcy filings for individuals, couples, and small businesses; Assistance with student loan management

17 years

40%

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Licenses

Licensed in Ohio for 16 years

State: Ohio

Acquired: 2009

Inactive

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Margaret Lindsay Montano's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

10 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | April 28, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Best Experience Possible

Margaret was the best attorney that I could have asked for. I knew essentially nothing about the divorce process and she made everything so very painless while also being compassionate. My ex-husband and I had a somewhat unusual situation where we were getting a divorce but still on very good terms. ...We shared Margaret as an attorney and she helped us to navigate the process and do everything we needed to get done. I cannot say enough good things about her and my/our experience. When you are already going through a tough situation the way it is, it makes a world of difference to have an attorney that makes you feel at ease and one who you can tell has your best interest at heart. It has been several years since we used Margaret and I still think of her often with gratitude.

Posted by Karen | September 16, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Highly recommend

Margaret was extremely patient and understanding with me and my case. Having no knowledge of how the divorce process worked, Margaret was able to ease any anxiety right from the start and after our first meeting I felt well informed and confident in moving forward. She also followed through until the... very end making sure I was happy with the end results and always answered every question I had in a ver timely manner. I highly recommend Margaret Montano.

Posted by Keith | September 03, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Professional, Proficient, Personal

Margaret is the best-of-the-best!! I went through a painful and volatile divorce. Margaret knew every step we needed to take. She was strategic and valued what was most important to me. There was never a question she could not answer and there was never a time she was unavailable. Margaret ensured... my daughter was never dragged into the mess. She also helped me safeguard my business, so I didn't lose everything I'd worked so hard to build. There was never a question that she had my best interest in mind, both personally and professionally. One of Margaret's greatest strengths is her humanness. She is a great listener. She allowed me to vent when needed and she never overlooked the emotional strain of all that was taking place. She continually brought me back to a balanced approach, while making sure my legal rights and responsibilities were represented. Every interaction with the Court was handled with expertise. I would not hesitate to recommend Margaret Montano. If you want someone who always has your back and will treat you with respect, she is terrific. She knows the law; she also knows that people can experience an emotional vacuum when going through the most difficult times in their lives. She keeps everything in balance and works hard to provide the best results.

Posted by Jerry Novak | November 09, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Bankruptcy & Debt

Margaret Montano - The Best In Class

To me Margaret is a top notch attorney. Honestly as I've never been a fan of attorney's but Margaret changed my mind, well at least about her. In my lifetime I've done nothing but try to be a solo act and business entrepreneur. For a time in my life I was on that path with my own business unti...l an unforeseen incident occurred putting me out of business and forcing me to file bankruptcy. Not fun for me or my family. Fortunately the law firm I hired lined me up with Margaret to handle my bankruptcy. As I believed all was lost and for the most-part it was, Margaret handled my case, my family and all of my concerns with absolute tender loving care.. I know that sounds a bit corny but I was a mess. Going through bankruptcy and all of it's highs ans lows - mostly lows, I believed my life was over. Thanks to Margaret her care, her diligence, her persistence I'm well out of bankruptcy and my family and I are well on my way to a total recovery. To me and my family Margaret is the 'Very Best In Class'. I cannot recommend a better attorney for your bankruptcy and domestic needs Thank You Margaret for all you've done for my family and me.

Posted by Kimberly | October 11, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Exceptional in every regard

I sought Margaret's assistance for matters related to divorce and bankruptcy. I met with other attorneys prior to deciding to hire Margaret and my decision was not made hastily or lightly. Margaret had the experience, knowledge, professionalism and compassion I wanted in an attorney and through a ver...y long legal process (our fault, not hers) she never once disappointed. She was always very clear and honest about how she expected our proceedings to go, and she was accurate in all regards. She worked with me through what was likely the most difficult period of time in my life, on some of the most challenging matters a person has to address, and I always felt understood and taken care of. I have friends who hired "bargain" attorneys to help them through related matters, and they got what they paid for. When you are in front of a magistrate or judge, you want the BEST. I nearly forgot my name while being questioned, but Margaret forgot nothing. I can't recommend her strongly enough.

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Daniela Paredes

Divorce and separation lawyer | Nov 14

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Bruce Rutsky

Divorce and separation lawyer | Nov 01

Relationship: Co-worker

"I send my clients to Ms. Montano and they are very happy with her services. I highly recommend her!"

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Anna Petronzio

Domestic violence lawyer | Aug 20

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer. I have worked with Margaret on many occasions. She is a hard worker, diligent, timely and devoted to her clients. She is a great communicator in verbal and written format. I have referred Margaret many times and many of her clients have commented on how pleased they were and that she was a good value."

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Rishi Oza

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Aug 06

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Experience

Rating:  7.7 (Very Good)

Honors

2019

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2014

Rising Star, Ohio Super Lawyers

Work Experience

2014 - 2019

Partner, Petronzio Schneier Co., LPA

2009 - 2014

Attorney, Gallup & Burns, LPA

2008 - 2009

Judicial Intern, Cuyahoga County Common Pleas Court

Associations

2018 - Present

Supreme Court of Ohio

Mentor - Lawyer to Lawyer Mentoring Program

2017 - Present

Recovery Resources

Chair - Associate Board

2010 - Present

Business Network International, Inc.

Member

2009 - Present

Ohio State Bar Association

Member

Education

2008

John Marshall College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2001

Cleveland State University - summa cum laude

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Publications

2013

The Cleveland Metropolitan Bar Journal Defining Success for the Women in Law Section
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