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David Isaac Schachter
also known as David I. Schachter, David Schachter
About David
Biography
David Isaac Schachter has been recognized as one of the premier divorce lawyers in Savannah, GA. Mr. Schachter manages the Savannah office of The Schachter Law Firm, LLC. He works extensively in all facets of Divorce Law and Family Law, representing clients in Savannah and throughout Southeast Georgia in a range of matters, including: divorce, dissolution, child custody, child support issues, international child custody disputes, alimony, marital settlement agreements, and various other domestic relations matters. Prior to founding The Schachter Law Firm, LLC, Mr. Schachter both built and managed the Savannah office of two other family law firms, prior to which he practiced family law at Howard & Whatley, P.C. in Savannah. Mr. Schachter also serves as a Guardian Ad Litem for the Superior Court of Chatham County when requested by the court to assist in that capacity. AVVO has awarded David the Client’s Choice Award for Divorce Law and Family Law, including the sub-specialty of Child Custody for his unique approach and tremendous results in 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016 and 2017. David has also earned the highest possible rating from Martindale-Hubbell (AV Preeminent), an honor which is only awarded to those lawyers who have reached the heights of professional excellence and highest level of skill and integrity. Additionally, he has been named one of Georgia Trend’s Legal Elite and Georgia’s Top Rated Lawyers. Most recently, David Isaac Schachter has been selected to Superlawyers and named to the 2018 Georgia Rising Stars list, an honor reserved for those lawyers who exhibit excellence in practice. Only 2.5% of attorneys in the State of Georgia receive this distinction. David has also been featured in the best attorneys issue of Savannah Magazine in their 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, and 2017 issues, and in South Magazine’s 2014, 2016, and 2017 issues.
David Isaac Schachter has also successfully prevailed in a published precedent-setting cases before the Georgia Court of Appeals in Leone v. Griffin, 342 Ga. App. 474, 803 S.E.2d 617 (2017), which can you can view here. In addition, Mr. Schachter helped prepare another case, and particularly the oral arguments and trial briefs, for the United States Supreme Court in an international child custody dispute case that resulted in a unanimous victory from the highest court in the land.
David’s extensive background in various legal practice areas, gives him a unique understanding of an array of unexpected issues that often arise incidental to Divorce and Family Law matters. Mr. Schachter previously practiced law at Parker Rosen, LLC, in Minneapolis, Minnesota, where he represented business owners in commercial disputes including minority shareholder claims, partnership breakups, contract disputes, real estate and employment litigation. While at Parker Rosen, David’s practice ranged from eminent domain and land use to employment law, contract disputes and general business litigation. Prior to joining Parker Rosen, Mr. Schachter practiced law at Hunter Maclean in Savannah, where he focused on business litigation and employment law. Mr. Schachter also drafted loan documents in the area of commercial finance for secured loan transactions involving millions of dollars and worked on various commercial real estate matters. Mr. Schachter clerked for the Honorable Ann Aldridge, Judge, U.S. District Court, Northern District of Ohio, in the summer of 2005.
While in law school, Mr. Schachter was a member of the Executive Editorial Board of the Case Western Reserve Journal of International Law, upon which he served as Articles Editor. Case Western Reserve University School of Law named Mr. Schachter to the Dean’s Honor List for five semesters and awarded him two CALI Excellence Awards, including an award in the area of Family Law. During law school David focused much of his studies on the area of family law under the tutelage of renowned Cleveland, Ohio family law attorney Andrew Zashin of Zashin & Rich Co. L.P.A. a.k.a "The Divorcing Woman’s Best Friend." David also clerked for Mr. Zashin during law school. As acknowledged by Attorney Zashin in the Journal of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers, Mr. Schachter served as a Major Contributor on the international family law article "Bus Bombings and a Baby’s Custody: Insidious Victories for Terrorism in the Context of International Custody Disputes" which was published in the summer of 2008 issue. in the Context of International Custody Disputes" which was published in the summer of 2008 issue.
David Schachter is recognized amongst the best lawyers for Divorce Law & Family Law in Savannah, GA
Schachter is recognized amongst the premier lawyers for Divorce Law & Family Law in Savannah, GA
David Isaac Schachter is recognized amongst the premier lawyers for Family Law in Savannah, GA
David I. Schachter is recognized amongst the premier lawyers for Child Custody cases in Savannah, GA
Schachter is recognized as one of the premier lawyers for Divorce Law & Family Law in Savannah, GA
Practice Areas
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Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
Always
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
Licenses
Licensed in Georgia for 18 years
State: Georgia
Acquired: 2007
No misconduct found
Licensed in Minnesota for 16 years
State: Minnesota
Acquired: 2009
No misconduct found
Location
The Schachter Law Firm, LLC
Fax
Mobile
427 Montgomery Street, Savannah, GA, 31401
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Online Presence
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David Isaac Schachter's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 142 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by Jessica | January 15, 2026 | Hired Attorney
Excellent Child Custody Attorney - Highly Recommend
David helped my family navigate an extraordinarily complicated child custody matter with creativity, intelligence, and an open-minded approach. When other attorneys declined the case, saying it was too difficult to pursue, David said yes. He and his partner, Brett, are an exceptional team with extens...
Posted by A.J. Nixon | September 6, 2025 | Hired Attorney
Highly recommended Family Lawyer for Custody Cases
I consulted with David and he was willing to represent me in such a manner that I was awarded majority custody. As a single father and an active duty solider in Georgia, this is very unusual. With my preparation and documentation to support my case, David was able to present and articulate how inequ...
Posted by William | August 8, 2025 | Hired Attorney
Absolute best Divorce/Custody law firm you could hire
From my consultation to the final hearing, David's entire team made me feel comfortable and at ease. They are professional and very, very knowledgeable in answering every question or concern that I had. No matter what was presented by the other team David always had an answer or was already ahead of ...
Posted by Jonathan | August 5, 2025 | Hired Attorney
David vs Goliath...say no more
I hired David Schachter after firing another firm and couldn't be happier. David's ability to pick up my case and quickly get up to speed with the facts are a testament to his ability and professionalism. He was able to navigate through the opposing parties lies and build an incredible case with a s...
Posted by anonymous | May 17, 2025 | Hired Attorney
A Precise, Professional, Compassionate Advocate
I retained David Schachter in September of 2020 when I fired my former attorney after witnessing his inability to provide even adequate representation during court proceeding and allowing the opposing side to drag the divorce out for almost 5 years. David is a dedicated father himself so he understan...
David Isaac Schachter's Lawyer Endorsements
"I have worked with David as opposing counsel on a number of cases. I find him to be ethical, conscientious, well-informed, and responsive. He zealously advocates for his clients, while maintaining a high level of professionalism with opposing counsel and the court. I proudly endorse David."
"I endorse this lawyer. David is smart, serious and hard working. He is a committed advocate. He is dedicated to finding excellent solutions to his clients' problems. He asks penetrating questions and follows up aggressively."
"I truly endorse this lawyer. David is a great lawyer. He is always prepared and always ready to handle any type situation which may arise in any given case. He is a great trial attorney and handles himself well in the courtroom."
"I endorse David. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"A Lawyer's Lawyer! I highly endorse David I Schacter. David is the consummate professional and legal advocate. His passion and drive for his clients stands heads, and shoulders above the rest! I whole- heartedly recommend him to handle your precious domestic matters when it matters most. He will handle your matter with the utmost care, surgical precision and unwavering devotion!"
"David is the consummate professional in his dealings with legal issues, clients, and opposing counsel. He is personable and practicable, while presenting his clients with a thorough advocacy and compassionate manner. David's skill and legal acumen are well-defined and he possesses an unmatched ability to discern issues in a case, hone those issues for presentation in the courtroom, and deliver them in an effective manner, even under the most difficult of situations. I fully endorse this lawyer."
"I always enjoy working with David. He is an excellent attorney who puts his clients first. I highly recommend him."
"I endorse this lawyer Child Custody needs."
"David is a very intelligent and hard working attorney who will fight hard on your behalf. I endorse this lawyer."
"David's fair-minded approach to domestic litigation has established his reputation with bench and bar as a lawyer of unwavering integrity and trustworthiness. It has been my privilege to work with David on several cases, and he has my unqualified endorsement."
"I have known Mr. Schachter since for nearly 10 years, as we went to law school together. He has always proved himself to be exceptionally sharp and honorable, and I certainly endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"As a co-worker in the same firm I am grateful to have David as a sounding board on family law matters. He has tremendous knowledge and an attention to detail that benefits his clients and fellow lawyers. I am happy to endorse him."
"David and I work together at the Manely Firm. David is experienced, hard working, and has been a pleasure to work with. He is fantastic with Clients and takes his committment to providing the best representation possible very seriously."
"I am pleased to endorse David I. Schachter as an attorney, especially in the areas of divorce, family law, and international child custody disputes. I have had the opportunity to witness David’s hard work and determination firsthand. David developed a strong interest in family law while we were in law school together, earning an award for his excellence in the field of family law. He also successfully merged his passion for family law with his position as an Editor for the Case Western Reserve Journal of International Law, authoring an article about international child custody disputes. David has since had broad experience in the area, leading to the unique opportunity to work on Chafin v. Chafin, an international child custody dispute which was recently heard by the U.S. Supreme Court. I believe that the fact that David was able to work on such an important case at such an early stage in his career is a true testament to his unique abilities and commitment to excellence."
"I endorsed David Schacter in the most meaningful way one can endorse another attorney. I hired him to advocate for clients of The Manely Firm, P.C. in Savannah and surrounding counties. I was and remain impressed with his drive and determination to understand every aspect of family law, particularly international family law. He is an asset to The Manely Firm, P.C."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. David is smart, conscientious, hard-working, and has a lot of common sense. David has a keen sense of how to achieve the client's objectives in the most cost-effective way. I recommend him without reservation."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. David's attention to detail make him an excellent advocate for his clients. He leaves no stone unturned and will work tirelessly to achieve the results that his clients need."
"I endorse this lawyer's work because he is meticulous in his attention to detail and has the proper demeanor for a trial lawyer. He has shown the ability to handle major tasks such as personally handling a book of pharmaceutical malpractice cases in Federal Multidistrict Litigation."
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Experience
Honors
2025
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2024
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2023
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2022
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2021
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2020
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2019
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2018
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2018
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2017
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2016
Top Divorce Attorney Savannah, Avvo
2016
Client Distinction Award, Martindale-Hubbell
2016
Top Rated Lawyer in Georgia, Martindale-Hubbell
2016
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2016
Top Child Custody Savannah, Avvo
2016
Top Family Law Attorney Savannah, Avvo
2016
Client's Choice Award, Avvo
2015
Top 100 Lawyers, The National Advocates
2015
Top Lawyers, Savannah Magazine
2015
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2015
Georgia's Top Rated Lawyers of 2015, Legal Leaders
2015
Nation's Top One Percent, National Association of Distinguished Counsel
2015
Client's Choice Award, Avvo
2014
AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell
2014
Advocacy Award, The Aleph Institute
2014
Top Lawyers, Savannah Magazine
2014
Top Divorce Attorney Savannah, Avvo
2014
Client's Choice Award, Avvo
2013
Top Lawyers, Savannah Magazine
2013
Top Divorce Attorney Savannah, Avvo
2013
Client's Choice Award, Avvo
2012
Client's Choice Award, Avvo
2007
Dean's Honor List, Case Western Reserve University School of Law
2006
CALI Excellence for the Future Award, The Center for Computer-Assisted Legal Instruction
2006
Dean's Honor List, Case Western Reserve University School of Law
2005
Dean's Honor List, Case Western Reserve University School of Law
2005
CALI Excellence Award, The Center for Computer-Assisted Legal Instruction
N/A
Client Distinction Award, Martindale-Hubbell
Work Experience
2013 - Present
Trial Attorney & Managing Member, The Schachter Law Firm, LLC
2013 - 2014
Attorney, The Taylor Law Group, PC
2012 - 2013
Attorney, The Manely Firm, P.C.
2011 - 2012
Attorney, Howard & Whatley, P.C.
2010 - 2011
Attorney, TELF
2008 - 2010
Associate Attorney, Parker Rosen, LLC
2007 - 2008
Associate Attorney, Hunter Maclean Exley & Dunn, P.C.
2005 - 2006
Summer Associate, Zashin & Rich Co., LPA
2005 - 2005
Judicial Intern, The Honorable Ann Aldrich, U.S. District Court For The Northern District Of Ohio
Associations
2013 - Present
American Bar Association, Family Law SectionMember
2012 - Present
Superior Court of Chatham County - Guardian Ad LitemGuardian Ad Litem
2012 - Present
WealthCounselMember
2007 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
2004 - Present
Delta Theta Phi Law FraternityMember
Member
Member
Member
Member
Member
Member
2005 - 2007
Case Western Reserve Journal of International LawArticles Editor
Sample of Legal Cases
Won. Georgia Court of Appeals ruled in our favor and reversed the Superior Court of Effingham County's decision to deny the Plaintiff's Motion For New Trial without holding a hearing..
Won; Trial court reversed.
Won. Secured an upward modification of child support with a high income deviation on behalf of Client from NFL player/Super Bowl champion modifying father's child support obligation from $188 per month to $4,000 per month and $20,000 in attorneys' fees.
Defeated opposing party's request for Modification of Visitation and Child Support. Additionally, prevailed on Motion for Attorney's Fees Against Plaintiff and Plaintiff's Counsel Under O.C.G.A. 9-15-14.
Unanimous 9-0 Decision in favor of our firm's client
Obtained favorable Judgment for Plaintiff-client, including the Marital home and no payment of alimony or other assets to Defendant.
Obtained favorable verdict for Plaintiff-client, including a majority of the marital property, all of Plaintiff's retirement, and a significant portion of Defendant's 401 (k).
Education
2007
JD - Juris Doctor
2002
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2010
Anti-Semitism and the Law
Publications
2008
2007
2007
2006
Languages
Hebrew
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
My husband verbally indicated that he has retained an attorney, based on his statement, should I obtain legal representation?
31 Jul 2012
How soon can I get remarried in Georgia after me and my ex have filed the paperwork for uncontested divorce?
18 Oct 2011