Reviews

Sam helped me with a traffic citation and the outcome was great. he took care of it remotely and I didn't have to go to court or even see him face to face. everything was done over phone and email. from my experience I would give Sam 5 stars for sure.

I needed some urgent advice about a divorce pension matter. I asked Sam Basta if he would to take a look at the papers sent to me and I’m very glad I did. His actions about the matter were quick and decisive. He provided excellent counsel and saved me from losing my full portion of my ex husband’s pension. If it weren’t for his attention to the matter, his good rapport with a QDRO company and the judge, I’m certain I would have lost a lot of the money. I’ll definitely will use his services again and wouldn’t hesitate to recommend him.

I was charged with reckless driving, no operator licence and the worst hit and run. I hired Mr. Basta for that case and he just literally saved my life. I am not a citizen yet, and those charges might bring me a lot of problems in process of naturalization. He managed to "convert" all 3 charges to reasonable control, so that i only paid fine and got points on my licence. He sealed the worst 2 charges and made this a regular vehicular case. I am very grateful for what he did for me. I definitely will recommend him to my friends.

I had a super dui along with multiple other charges and it was dropped down to a failure to control.. Got a drug charge off me.. Meanwhile Samuel also got me personal driving privileges during my case.. He is a wonderful attorney, very attentive, he would respond to all texts and calls, even some that were very late in the day. I had bad anxiety through this whole case and he put my mind to ease.. I'd recommend him to anyone. Thanks again Sam, you're awesome!

I highly recommend Sam Basta. Not only did he provide excellent counsel, but he was also sensitive to the emotional aspects of the case. I was impressed with the excellent rapport he had with clerks, other attorneys, and the judges. I would not hesitate to seek his counsel in the future.

During an 8-year divorce (yes, eight years), Sam took several "retainer fees" which amounted to NO ACTION, and never deducted payments, for doing NOTHING, previously paid. Additionally, My husband's attorney sent paperwork to Sam for me to sign back in 2012, When I met Sam at the coffee-shop below his office (I'm disables and can't make steps), he looked through an envelope of papers I needed to sign, and said, "I'm going to save this one until I get paid". A few years later, close to bankruptcy because of what SAM BASTA made me agree to (I even knew it wasn't true, but he said is didn't matter), I needed Legal Aid Services to stop some of the hemorrhaging for me making $18k/year verses my "ex" making $100+/year. When legal aid reviewed my papers, I heard, "It's hard to sue an attorney, but this would be a 'Prime' example of an attorney who should get sued!" DON'T CONSIDER HIRING SAM WAHIB BASTA AS YOUR ATTORNEY!

I had what most people would label, as the ex wife from hell. She was constantly taking me back to court, lying and using the system for her needs. Well, when her child support finally ran out, she sued me for 35,000.00 , for misc bills, mostly that were already paid, but being that most of them were over 5 yrs old, who saves receipts? Well, attorney Basta bombarded her w/discovery, over 200 interogatories, endless motions, and after almost 3 yrs, it finally went in front of the judge. My ex agreed to a couple thousand dollar settlement and signed an agreement that she could never, ever take me back to court again. I wonder how much money she spent in attorney fees. Oh well, it's not my problem. Sam did a great job, has a wide knowledge of case law.

I was involved in a criminal case when someone I lived with was arrested and prosecuted. Being a new mother and also going back to college I couldn't have any charges on my records and I wanted to protect myself and my son from any repercussions that could have happened. Attorney Basta was there for me from the beginning to the end of the case. He helped me through the process of assuring my safety for myself and my son. He also worked with me later in the case to have my things that were confiscated for the investigation returned to me. I couldn't have been happier that day. Mr. Basta was compassionate to my feelings and extremely knowledgeable when talking with the agents to assure that I would not see anything put onto my record and myself and my son would be safe. The way he cares about his clients' case from the beginning till the end was wonderful. I would recommend anyone who ever needed a Criminal lawyer to give Mr. Basta a call. He takes the time to go over your case with you and let you know everything that will have to happen from the beginning.

I have known Samuel for about twelve years, from my first appointment I had complete trust and confidence as he came highly recommended from a good friend who hired him as her divorce attorney .... Mr.Basta has 'well' represented me for several cases and has guided me painlessly through the entire process. My professional experience with Mr. Basta has always been very positive. He is also always there to respond to tough questions I pose, whether they be procedural or substantive questions of law. I am always confident with the advice he gives and would never hesitate sending a good friend or family member his way. I feel Samuel Basta is an outstanding lawyer who is always dedicated to obtaining the best possible result for his clients. With confidence I can say "Samuel is the best attorney in Northeast Ohio !!! "

If you're a woman looking for a divorce attorney, do NOT hire Samuel Wahib Basta. After speaking with Free Legal Aid of Cleveland AND then needing to hire an accountant, NEITHER can believe how much he screwed me over!