Atty. Scott Michael Lear
Scott Michael Lear is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, personal injury, civil litigation and 6 other areas of law. Scott received a B.A. degree from Ohio State University in 1985, and has been licensed for 37 years.
Civil Litigation & More Attorney · Licensed in Ohio · 37+ Years Experience
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About Scott Michael Lear at a Glance
Scott Michael Lear is a Member practicing in Ohio, practicing at Zukerman, Daiker & Lear, Co., L.P.A.. They have 37+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1989. Their practice focuses on dui/dwi, personal injury, criminal defense, creditor rights, and dog bites. Admitted to practice in Ohio (1989) and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Ohio U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit (1991). Educated at Case Western Reserve University (J.D., 1988) and Ohio State University (B.A., 1985). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of Cuyahoga County Bar Associations Criminal Defense Lawyers Association.
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About Scott Michael Lear
- Scott Michael Lear is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, personal injury, civil litigation and 6 other areas of law
- Scott received a B.A. degree from Ohio State University in 1985, and has been licensed for 37 years
- Scott practices at Zukerman, Daiker & Lear, Co., L.P.A. in Cleveland, OH
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Scott Michael Lear's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Scott Michael Lear handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation.
DUI / DWI Defense
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Personal Injury
Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.
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Criminal Defense
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
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Creditor Rights & Collections
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Dog Bites & Animal Attacks
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Ohio
Practicing law in Ohio. Legal matters in Ohio are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. An attorney licensed in Ohio brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Ohio courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Ohio Choose Scott Michael Lear
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Scott Michael Lear's practice in the field of dui/dwi, personal injury, criminal defense, creditor rights, and dog bites.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Scott Michael Lear brings 37+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Ohio and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Ohio U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit, Scott Michael Lear can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering dui/dwi, personal injury, and criminal defense, Scott Michael Lear can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
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Common Legal Issues Scott Michael Lear Handles
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