R. Heasley

Overview Scott has cultivated a diverse legal practice, representing individuals, families, professionals, and businesses in all phases of disputes. His experience includes asserting claims for and defending general contractors, subcontractors, and project owners in various disputes. Scott has extensive experience in civil litigation, particularly in handling property disputes and collection matters for plaintiffs and defendants. Additionally, he has a robust background in housing court matters, representing a diverse clientele in both plaintiff and defendant roles. Scott provides comprehensive legal representation, guiding clients through mediation, trials, arbitration, and appellate proceedings in state and federal courts. His commitment to superior client service and advocacy provides for effective outcomes across a broad spectrum of legal challenges. Representative Matters Served as trial counsel (first chair-defense) in an eight-day jury trial concerning $7 million in claims related to alleged fraud and breach of contract against general contractor, including a fraud claim against company owner. Earned unanimous dismissal of personal claims against company owner. (2023) Served as trial counsel (first chair-plaintiff) in a three-day bench trial concerning a property dispute over trespassing and illegal tree removal. (2023) Served as trial counsel (second chair-defense) in a multi-day domestic relations trial concerning a request to reduce spousal support payments. (2022) Served as lead counsel in multi-million-dollar family dispute related to a fiber optics business. Secured summary judgment and dismissal of claims, along with summary judgment in clients favor regarding counterclaims. (2021-2023) Served as trial counsel (first chair-defense) in three-day bench trial concerning a neighbor dispute over the modification of a retaining wall and unrelated flooding. Obtained a defense verdict in favor of the client. (2021) Served as lead counsel in an American Arbitration Association arbitration involving claims asserted by a general contractor against a homeowner concerning unpaid change orders. (2020) Served as trial counsel (first chair-defense) in a probate court jury trial concerning unpaid loans of the decedent. Obtained a defense verdict. (2020) Courts & Bar Associations Cleveland Metropolitan Bar Association (2006-present) Cleveland Metropolitan Bar Association, Former Vice President of Membership (2016-2017) Professional & Civic Affiliations Chagrin Valley Rotary Club (2023-present) Garfield Memorial Church, Homeless Shelter Meal Coordinator (2022-present) Y-Haven Residential Treatment and Recovery Center, Advisory Board Member (2020-present) Orange High School, Mock Trial Team Legal Advisor (2018-present) Legal Aid Society of Cleveland, Volunteer (2006-present)