Scott C. Essad is an experienced attorney admitted to practice in Ohio and Pennsylvania, specializing in civil litigation and business law. With a career spanning since 1996, he is recognized for his aggressive and effective representation, having tried over 40 jury trials with a remarkable record of success. His deep community ties and role on non-profit boards reflect his commitment to both legal excellence and civic engagement.
Scott takes a balanced approach, valuing both assertive courtroom advocacy and strategic settlements to achieve favorable outcomes for his clients. He has served as Special Counsel for the Ohio Attorney General and represents a diverse clientele including businesses, corporations, teachers, firefighters, and individuals in employment matters. His practice is broad, covering everything from complex commercial disputes to appellate advocacy and daily business counseling.
Services Offered
- Business and commercial litigation
- Breach of contract disputes
- UCC and forged indorsement cases
- Copyright law
- Defamation claims
- Construction litigation
- Corporation and shareholder disputes
- Business formation
- Temporary restraining orders and injunctions
- RICO cases
- § 1983 litigation
- Consumer Sales Practices Act cases
- Asbestos exposure litigation
- Non-competition agreement disputes
- Debt collection
- Appellate law
- Representation of teachers and firefighters in labor disputes
- Disability and employment discrimination cases (for both employers and employees)
- Litigation against insurance companies for breach of duty to pay
- Business counseling and advisory services
He is admitted to practice in Ohio and Pennsylvania state courts, multiple U.S. District Courts, and the Third, Sixth, and Federal Circuit Courts of Appeal, offering wide-reaching legal support to clients across jurisdictions.
