(216) 417-5111 Tap to Call This Lawyer
Nicholas P. Weiss

Nicholas P. Weiss PRO label Lawyers, want to be a Justia Connect Pro too? Learn more ›

 
  • Family Law, Real Estate Law, Divorce...
  • Ohio
Review This Lawyer
Compare Save
Call (216) 417-5111 Email Lawyer Email Lawyer View Website
Lawyer Rating and Reviews
Legal Knowledge
5.0/5.0
100% Complete
Legal Analysis
5.0/5.0
100% Complete
Communication Skills
5.0/5.0
100% Complete
Ethics and Professionalism
5.0/5.0
100% Complete
About the Justia Lawyer Rating
What Lawyers Are Saying
Hunter G. Cavell
Hunter G. Cavell March 12, 2020
Rating: 10 Lawyer Rating - 10 out of 10
Mr. Weiss is a highly knowledgeable and professional attorney able to help families, businesses, and consumers in their darkest times. He is the champion I would want in my corner. He is knowledgeable and will stop at nothing to get an answer, rather than the attorney standard: "It depends" answer. View More
Q. How do you know this lawyer?
  • Current or Former Co-Worker/Colleague
  • Classmate at Law School
  • Friend

See above

Q. In the cases you were involved in with this attorney, which of the following apply?
  • Same Client

I have co-counseled and we talk in hypotheticals when we need advice

Q. When did you work with this lawyer?
2010 to present
Q. Was this lawyer an effective advocate/counselor and why?
Yes

Punctual, quick well thought out responses. I know I can get a quality answer from him

Q. Please rate this lawyer on the following:

Legal Knowledge: Excellent

I use him as a sounding board in many of my litigation matters.

Legal Analysis: Excellent

I use him as a sounding board in many of my litigation matters.

Communication Skills: Excellent

I use him as a sounding board in many of my litigation matters.

Ethics and Professionalism: Excellent

Never crosses the line. I would trust him with my own clients.

Q. For which practice area(s) would you recommend this lawyer?
Business litigation, family law, consumer law, and marijuana business matters
Q. Which of the following skills does this lawyer possess?
  • Appeals
  • Arbitration
  • Business Advising
  • Client Relations
  • Collaboration
  • Dispute Resolution
  • Document Review
  • Drafting
  • Emotional Intelligence
  • Legal Research
  • Legal Writing
  • Litigation
  • Mediation
  • Negotiation
  • Oral Argument
  • Problem Solving
  • Trials
Q. Please provide any additional comments about this lawyer
He’s great at his job and someone you would want representing you
Q. I would recommend this lawyer to my family and friends
Yes
Ami Zukowsky
Ami Zukowsky March 20, 2025
Rating: 10 Lawyer Rating - 10 out of 10
Nick is the cream of the crop and does a great job for his clients. View More
Q. How do you know this lawyer?
  • Current or Former Co-Worker/Colleague
  • Friend

Nick is a lawyer who I have litigated cases against on several occasions.

Q. In the cases you were involved in with this attorney, which of the following apply?
  • Opposing Client

We are both Divorce/Family attorneys, and we have been on the opposite side of several cases.

Q. When did you work with this lawyer?
Several times from 2021 until now.
Q. Was this lawyer an effective advocate/counselor and why?
Yes

Nick knows the law and knows how to litigate a case. I have only worked with him on Family Law and Divorce matters, and he knows his stuff. Because he has the knowledge and knows how to work the case he has good strategy and can save his clients a lot of time and heartache by cutting through the red tape.

Q. Please rate this lawyer on the following:

Legal Knowledge: Excellent

Nick knows the law. And he's the type that even if he doesn't, he'll research the hell out of it and find out what the law is in that particular issue.

Legal Analysis: Excellent

Nick can analyze a case and apply it to the law well. When I've worked with some lawyers I've had to take time to explain to them the cases and the law, but with Nick we can talk on equal footing.

Communication Skills: Excellent

I have seen Nick dazzle some courtrooms with his oratory skills.

Ethics and Professionalism: Excellent

Nick is a good honest guy. He has always treated me with professionalism. I can't imagine he treats anyone in any other way.

Q. For which practice area(s) would you recommend this lawyer?
Estates, Real Estate, and if your spouse already has me, then Family Law.
Q. Which of the following skills does this lawyer possess?
  • Appeals
  • Client Relations
  • Collaboration
  • Dispute Resolution
  • Drafting
  • Emotional Intelligence
  • Legal Research
  • Legal Writing
  • Litigation
  • Mediation
  • Negotiation
  • Oral Argument
  • Problem Solving
  • Trials
Q. Please provide any additional comments about this lawyer
Nick is a great lawyer. He runs a great team. And he is also a family man and father. He understands families and their needs.
Q. I would recommend this lawyer to my family and friends
Yes
Rachel Marie Kuhn
Rachel Marie Kuhn March 7, 2025
Rating: 10 Lawyer Rating - 10 out of 10
Aside from being an outstanding attorney, Nick is a caring boss and, above all, a kind person. View More
Q. How do you know this lawyer?
  • Current or Former Co-Worker/Colleague

I have worked for Nick as a Senior Associate since January 2024.

Q. In the cases you were involved in with this attorney, which of the following apply?
  • Same Client

I have worked for Nick as a Senior Associate since January 2024.

Q. When did you work with this lawyer?
I have worked for Nick as a Senior Associate since January 2024.
Q. Was this lawyer an effective advocate/counselor and why?
Yes

Nick is kind and compassionate, which on top of all of his legal skills, makes him an incredibly effective attorney.

Q. Please rate this lawyer on the following:

Legal Knowledge: Excellent

Nick's expertise extends into many areas of law - real estate, family, probate/estate, consumer

Legal Analysis: Excellent

Nick has outstanding analytical skills and is good at thinking outside the box.

Communication Skills: Excellent

Communication is one of Nick's strongest skills. He is an extremely effective communicator and great at collaborating with associates and staff.

Ethics and Professionalism: Excellent

Nick always does the right thing ethically and professionally.

Q. For which practice area(s) would you recommend this lawyer?
Real estate, consumer, family law, probate/estate planning.
Q. Which of the following skills does this lawyer possess?
  • Appeals
  • Arbitration
  • Business Advising
  • Client Relations
  • Collaboration
  • Dispute Resolution
  • Document Review
  • Drafting
  • Emotional Intelligence
  • Financial Literacy (handling client funds)
  • Legal Research
  • Litigation
  • Mediation
  • Negotiation
  • Oral Argument
  • Problem Solving
  • Project Management
  • Transactions
  • Trials
Q. Please provide any additional comments about this lawyer
Aside from being an outstanding attorney, Nick is an incredible boss and human.
Q. I would recommend this lawyer to my family and friends
Yes
Deanna Coleman
Deanna Coleman March 16, 2020
Rating: 10 Lawyer Rating - 10 out of 10
Attorney Weiss is an excellent attorney. He is diligent and committed to his work and clients, offers sound advice, and can be trusted to do an excellent job with his legal endeavors. I recommend him whole-heartedly! View More
Q. How do you know this lawyer?
  • Classmate at Law School
  • Other

Attorney Weiss were law school classmates. Additionally, as we both entered the legal profession, we found ourselves on opposing sides of cases.

Q. In the cases you were involved in with this attorney, which of the following apply?
  • Opposing Client

While working for my prior firm, on occasion there were situations where Attorney Weiss and I found ourselves on opposing sides. Specifically, Attorney Weiss would represent the Plaintiff while I represented a Defendant.

Q. When did you work with this lawyer?
I believe the last case we had while opposite each other was in 2017 or 2018.
Q. Was this lawyer an effective advocate/counselor and why?
Yes

Attorney Weiss is incredibly diligent when it comes to representing his clients. I have noticed this not only when he was on the other side of a case, but also while we are talking generally about cases. He exhausts all options and prepares his clients well for what to expect in any given situation.

Q. Please rate this lawyer on the following:

Legal Knowledge: Excellent

Attorney Weiss is very competent in his practice areas and fully understands the law and its implications for his clients. Additionally, when he is unfamiliar with a concept, he will research it and confirm his understanding with other attorneys who he knows are experienced and will provide sound advice. He has excellent legal knowledge.

Legal Analysis: Excellent

Attorney Weiss does comprehensive analysis for his cases, considering even worst case and best case scenarios when considering the needs of his clients.

Communication Skills: Excellent

Attorney Weiss is a well-spoken and easy individual to speak with. He does not talk "legalese" but rather speaks to both professionals and his clients in ways that are easily understood. His communication is diligent, professional, and trustworthy.

Ethics and Professionalism: Excellent

I believe Attorney Weiss is very ethical and professional. I have personally witnessed him tackle situations that are in the grey area when it comes to ethics, and in doing so, he always put the client and their needs first. I believe he is a tribute to our profession.

Q. For which practice area(s) would you recommend this lawyer?
I would recommend Attorney Weiss for general practice, but more specifically for family law, business litigation issues, and business consulting.
Q. Which of the following skills does this lawyer possess?
  • Client Relations
  • Dispute Resolution
  • Document Review
  • Legal Research
  • Litigation
  • Mediation
  • Negotiation
  • Oral Argument
  • Problem Solving
  • Trials
Q. I would recommend this lawyer to my family and friends
Yes
Gary C Safir
Gary C Safir March 13, 2020
Rating: 10 Lawyer Rating - 10 out of 10
As a fierce advocate and consummate professional, with an excellent legal pedigree, and a sharp, forward-thinking legal mind, Nick Weiss is among the finest attorneys I have the privilege of knowing. View More
Q. How do you know this lawyer?
  • Classmate at Law School
  • Friend

Nick and I attended Case Western Reserve University School of Law. We also competed together on the Jonathan M. Ault Mock Trial Team. We had an winning record.

Q. In the cases you were involved in with this attorney, which of the following apply?
  • Same Client
  • Different Client, Same Side of Case

I frequently refer cases to this attorney and seek his counsel on issues in his specialty

Q. When did you work with this lawyer?
We communicate a great deal. I believe the last case I referred was in 2019.
Q. Was this lawyer an effective advocate/counselor and why?
Yes

He genuinely cares about his clients and his work. He takes great pride in his work, and maintains high ethical standards.

Q. Please rate this lawyer on the following:

Legal Knowledge: Excellent

He has an excellent track record resolving and handling issues for his clients. He is exceedingly knowledgeable about cannabis law. I would hire him to represent my close friends and family.

Legal Analysis: Excellent

He is well versed in his specialty and does well to obtain concise, thoughtful answers to complicated questions.

Communication Skills: Excellent

I have often commented that Nick is among the most articulate people I've ever met.

Ethics and Professionalism: Excellent

Again, Nick is a fierce advocate but takes professionalism and ethical compliance extremely seriously.

Q. For which practice area(s) would you recommend this lawyer?
Cannabis law, employment law, business litigation, civil rights.
Q. Which of the following skills does this lawyer possess?
  • Appeals
  • Arbitration
  • Business Advising
  • Client Relations
  • Collaboration
  • Dispute Resolution
  • Document Review
  • Drafting
  • Emotional Intelligence
  • Financial Literacy (handling client funds)
  • Legal Research
  • Legal Writing
  • Litigation
  • Mediation
  • Negotiation
  • Oral Argument
  • Problem Solving
  • Pro Bono and Community Services
  • Project Management
  • Transactions
  • Trials
  • Use of Technology
Q. Please provide any additional comments about this lawyer
Nick Weiss is one of my closest colleagues and I respect him deeply. Any client would be well served with his representation.
Q. I would recommend this lawyer to my family and friends
Yes
View Profile