Adam Noel Schanz

Adam Noel Schanz

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 19 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Manhattan Beach, CA
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Family, Child Custody, Child Support

1230 Rosecrans Avenue, Suite 300, Manhattan Beach, CA

About Adam

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 19 years

State: California

Acquired: 2006

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Massachusetts for 13 years

State: Massachusetts

Acquired: 2012

Inactive

No misconduct found

Location

Schanz Law Corporation

1230 Rosecrans Avenue, Suite 300, Manhattan Beach, CA, 90266

Law Office of Adam N. Schanz (satellite office, by appointment only)

9701 Wilshire Boulevard, Suite 1000, Beverly Hills, CA, 90212

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Adam Noel Schanz's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

29 Client Reviews

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Posted by Anthony Ortiz | November 29, 2017 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Honest. Outgoing. Eloquent.

Adam was our first contact in a sea of lawyers who were either unable to be reached or wanted a hefty retainer to give any insight about anything. Adam is the most honorable person we have encountered regarding our case. He is so genuine, reasonable, and well spoken. He pointed us in the right direct...ion when we were completely lost and vulnerable.

Posted by Mandy | June 11, 2017 | Child Support

A Rare Competent Communicative Attorney

I consulted Attorney Schanz regarding attorney fees that my daughter had incurred while trying to keep her ex from challenging and lowering her support payments. I knew I could turn to him and receive a fair and unbiased assessment of what was right and wrong. I would have hired Attorney Schanz in ...the first place if I could if my daughter hadn't insisted on working with an attorney who had been a friend from High School. Adam reviewed legal documents on our behalf in a timely manner using out of office time to do so. THAT was really impressive. Attorney Schanz provided excellent analysis and advice and his comunication was timely and truly helpful. In working with Adam I have found him to be a sincere and caring professional. He is also most sympathetic and helpful when I consulted him about a friend of my son whose father refused to pay his college tuition even though it was part of his parents' divorce settlement. If you hire Adam you will not be disappointed. If he is on your team you will be supported, given professional and accurate legal advise. He will not mislead you and you will be treated fairly and ethically. Apart from his sympathy and compassion he is also a great communicator which is often lacking from representatives in the legal profession.

Posted by Dustin | May 02, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Adam helped get my daughter back!

Adam Schanz was my custody lawyer who helped me get custody back of my 2 1/2 year old baby girl. He is professional, knowledgeable and timely with his emails/ texts as well as with all appearances he made with me in court (we went four times within 5 months!). Adam was the friend in my corner when t...hings seemed lost. He was always a text away and i really appreciated that when situations became difficult. Adam has a calm composure at the court house and gave me a real sense of confidence every time we went to court. He fought hard for me to make sure that my daughter was going to have the ability to have a great and loving relationship with her father, without the controlling nature of her mother. I couldn't be more excited to have my little girl home with me this coming weekend for the first time in almost a year. Thanks again Adam, this freedom is more than I have ever had as a father and i can't wait to see what life brings my daughter and I.

Posted by anonymous | April 21, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

On Point

Adam Schanz has consistently delivered a delicate balance of fierce, witty, on point, thorough yet concise lawyering at every step of the process in my case. From the declarations that he has drafted to appearing in front of the judge, it has been a blessing to have him on my side. I would highly rec...ommend his services.

Posted by anonymous | April 10, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Family

Restraining Orders

Our family presented Mr. Schanz with a time-sensitive case involving multiple restraining orders against an inmate ready to be released from a community correctional facility. Mr. Schanz communicated with California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation, Victim and Survivor Rights and Services..., and Division of Adult Parole Operations to guarantee proper handling of our case and provide us with resourceful knowledge, all while maintaining our safety a top priority. Mr. Schanz succeeded in serving the inmate in prison, presenting us with a picture of the inmate, filing all family members’ restraining orders in a single county although different members lived in different counties, and obtained restraining orders without us having to appear in court. The lengthy and tailored paperwork for each family member was processed accurately and promptly. Mr. Schanz sustained a highly confident, professional and caring demeanor while working with a complex case. His availability whether in person, phone or email was impressive. Since our initial meeting he reassured us that he would personally be representing us at all court hearings, a promise that he kept throughout the process. There would be no one else we would trust to handle such sensitive and confidential information like Mr. Schanz. Mr. Schanz sets the benchmark as to how domestic legal matters should be handled in and out of the courtroom.

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Adam Noel Schanz's Lawyer Endorsements

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Kathryn Putnam

Family lawyer | May 20

Relationship: Co-worker

"I had the pleasure of working with Adam for four years. He is a dedicated attorney and highly skilled in litigation, specifically in the area of high asset divorce, general family law and contentious custody matters. He is client focused and strives to settle cases when possible."

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Aaron Shechet

Family lawyer | Apr 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Adam for over ten years. He is extremely smart, trustworthy, and a great lawyer. I endorse this lawyer!"

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Christina Killam

Family lawyer | Jul 18

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Alexa Tibshraeny

Family lawyer | Jun 21

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I strongly endorse Adam. He is smart, hard-working, and solutions-focused. He is honest, and cares a great deal about his clients. I could not more highly recommend."

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Joy Stanley

Family lawyer | Mar 29

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Aaron McAllister

Family lawyer | Feb 23

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Sawsan Mansour

Family lawyer | Apr 20

Relationship: Co-worker

"I had the pleasure of working with Adam for over five (5) years so I am very familiar with him and his work. Adam is a great guy who is dedicated to helping people and is focused, determined, and dedicated to achieving the best results for his clients. He has an excellent knowledge of the law and believes in the meticulous preparation of his cases, which is evident when you discuss his cases with him. Very highly recommended!"

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Christopher Ward

Family lawyer | Apr 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Chanda Hinman

Family lawyer | Apr 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Nadine Orliczky

Family lawyer | Apr 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Adam is a smart and experienced family law attorney. He is a true asset to his clients."

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Kristen Rufo

Divorce and separation lawyer | Apr 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Fawn Schanz

Divorce and separation lawyer | Apr 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Joshua Kons

Family lawyer | Apr 16

Relationship: Friend

"Adam is an experienced family lawyer, and I highly recommend him for any family law matters such as divorce, child custody, child support or alimony."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2025

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2024

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2023

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2022

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2021

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2018

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2016

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2016

Recognized for Pro Contributions, First Justices Forum

2015

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2014

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2013

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2011

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2010

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2009

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

Work Experience

2016 - Present

Attorney, Attorney at Law

2007 - 2016

Attorney, Susan E. Wiesner, A Law Corporation

2005 - 2006

Law Clerk for Judge Robert P. Applegate, The Los Angeles Superior Court

Associations

2016 - Present

Los Angeles County Bar Association

Member

2016 - Present

State Bar of California, Family Law Section

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Guardianship of Minor Child

Court Ordered Termination of Guardianship

Restraining Order

Entry of Restraining Order

Contempt Case

Dismissal of Complaint for Contempt

Alimony / Spousal Support

Court Ordered Alimony

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Education

2006

Pepperdine University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2000

Univ of California Santa Barbara

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

Languages

English

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