Malcolm Scott Young, Business Attorney in Cincinnati, Ohio
Over 33 years of legal practice · focused on Business, Civil Rights, and Employment
PartneratThompson Hine LLP
Cincinnati, OH
Practicing business in Cincinnati since 1993.
- 33+
- Years practicing
- 2
- Bar admissions
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Malcolm Scott Young is a partner based in Cincinnati, OH. The practice focuses on Business, Civil Rights, and Employment. Malcolm has over 33 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Thompson Hine LLP.
- Based in
- Cincinnati, OH
- Experience
- over 33 years
- Known for
- Business · Civil Rights · Employment
- Handles Business, Civil Rights, and Employment matters from Cincinnati, OH.
- Over 33 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Malcolm Scott Young: Malcolm Scott Young is a partner based in Cincinnati, OH. The practice focuses on Business, Civil Rights, and Employment. Malcolm has over 33 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Thompson Hine LLP.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Malcolm Scott Young
Malcolm concentrates on business, civil rights, employment, environmental, and general. Each area below outlines the kind of case Malcolm handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
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Employment
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Environmental
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Litigation
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Personal Injury
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Business cases in Cincinnati, Ohio
Malcolm takes business matters in Cincinnati, Ohio. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Malcolm agrees to represent you.
Civil Rights cases in Cincinnati, Ohio
Malcolm takes civil rights matters in Cincinnati, Ohio. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Malcolm agrees to represent you.
Employment cases in Cincinnati, Ohio
Malcolm takes employment matters in Cincinnati, Ohio. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Malcolm agrees to represent you.
Environmental cases in Cincinnati, Ohio
Malcolm takes environmental matters in Cincinnati, Ohio. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Malcolm agrees to represent you.
General cases in Cincinnati, Ohio
Malcolm takes general matters in Cincinnati, Ohio. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Malcolm agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Malcolm Scott Young — Over 33 years of Ohio business experience
Malcolm Scott Young is a partner based in Cincinnati, OH. The practice focuses on Business, Civil Rights, and Employment. Malcolm has over 33 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Thompson Hine LLP.
Mr. Malcolm Scott Young is a lawyer practicing administrative law, business law, civil rights and 11 other areas of law. Malcolm received a B.A. degree from St. John's College in 1989, and has been licensed for 33 years. Malcolm practices at Thompson Hine LLP in Cincinnati, OH.
Malcolm's approach to business cases
Mr. Malcolm Scott Young is a lawyer practicing administrative law, business law, civil rights and 11 other areas of law. Malcolm received a B.A. degree from St. John's College in 1989, and has been licensed for 33 years. Malcolm practices at Thompson Hine LLP in Cincinnati, OH.
Clients Malcolm works with
Malcolm reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, civil rights, and employment matters in Cincinnati and the surrounding Ohio area.
Credentials
Malcolm Scott Young's legal education and bar admissions
Case Western Reserve University School of Law
J.D. · 1993
St. John's College
B.A. · 1989
Jurisdictions
Malcolm's state bar admissions
District of Columbia
2012 · ACTIVE
Ohio U.S. District C
1993 · ACTIVE
Malcolm studied at J.D. in Case Western Reserve University School of Law and B.A. in St. John's College.
Law school and academic background
Malcolm completed J.D. in Case Western Reserve University School of Law and B.A. in St. John's College. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Malcolm runs in Ohio is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Malcolm's professional memberships and bar associations
Cincinnati, Ohio State and American Bar Associations Ohio Self-Insuring Association
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Locations
Malcolm Scott Young's office in Cincinnati
Malcolm's primary office is at 312 Walnut St., 14th Fl., Cincinnati, OH, 45202-4024. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Malcolm Scott Young — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Malcolm usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Malcolm charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Malcolm's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Malcolm will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a business attorney in Cincinnati, Ohio
A short list to run through before you commit: How many business matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Malcolm
Malcolm discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in business practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every business matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Malcolm confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Malcolm's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many business practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Malcolm Scott Young
How much does it cost to hire Malcolm for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Malcolm walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Malcolm offer a free consultation?
Malcolm charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Malcolm's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Malcolm's current terms during booking.
How long do business cases in Ohio typically take?
Simple business matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Malcolm gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Malcolm take my case if I'm outside Cincinnati?
Malcolm is licensed in Ohio. Matters governed by Ohio law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Malcolm will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Malcolm?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Malcolm will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Malcolm accepting new business clients right now?
Malcolm's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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