Michael Stephen Steiner

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Michael Stephen Steiner

4.3
Rating: 6.9

Licensed for 17 years

Family Lawyer at San Diego, CA
Practice Areas: Family, Bankruptcy & Debt

402 W. Broadway, Suite 2500, San Diego, CA

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About Michael

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Family 80%

17 years

80%
Bankruptcy and Debt 20%

17 years

20%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Licenses

Licensed in California for 17 years

State: California

Acquired: 2009

Active

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2017

Location

STEINER LAW APC

402 W. Broadway, Suite 2500, San Diego, CA, 92101

sandiegodivorceattorney.net

Goldberg Jones | Divorce For Men

3111 Camino Del Rio North, Ste. 950, San Diego, CA, 92108

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Michael Stephen Steiner's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.3 /5.0

6 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | October 6, 2015 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Excellent Attorney

Michael Steiner is an excellent attorney. When I called him about my divorce I was stressed and scared and he immediately put my worries at ease. He’s knowledgeable, fair and kind. Michael made me feel confident that nothing would be missed with all the complicated paperwork and court appearances ...inherent in a divorce. Throughout the process Michael was professional, organized and responsive. I would recommend Michael Steiner to friends and family and anyone who needs an excellent, experienced and effective attorney.

Posted by Mark | September 9, 2015 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Chapter 13

I attempted to refinance my house several times and was ultimately strung along by the Bank for several months. I was told not to make any payments as they cannot help me unless I was in default. After dealing with the bank for 5 to 6 months they denied my refinance and told me I had to pay $18,000 ...in five days or they would foreclose. The Bank's decision was that it was a rental and would not be eligible for refinancing. I only had a few days to file a Chapter 13 protection and Mr. Steiner was able to go to court and filed the necessary paperwork within 24 hours. I live out-of-state from the bankruptcy court and I only had to go to the San Diego court one time. Mr. Steiner Was able to administrate 99% of my chapter 13 by phone and email saving me a great deal of travel and time. Mr. Steiner has always treated me in a professional manner and most importantly has been prompt with email and text. I have recommended several other clients to his law practice.

Posted by anonymous | August 14, 2015 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Bankruptcy

I owed over 10 k to the IRS and 50 k to the Credit Card companies.. Mr. Steiner provided me with hope and affordable monthly payment to make my Bankruptcy case feasible ...

Posted by Bas | August 14, 2015 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Amazing attorney

I had to make a huge decision by declaring bankruptcy.. As one could imagine it was absolutely nerve recking but Michael Steiner made painless and thank him from the bottom of my heart. Very professional and efficient!!!

Posted by Jose | October 25, 2011

Knowledgeable, experienced and easy to work with

I hired Micheal Steiner for a bankruptcy case. I had been delaying my bankruptcy filing for a long time because of several concerns such as having recently moved from another state, being unemployed, not looking for work, the amount of debt I had, etc. After the initial consultation I walked away f...eeling relieved I had found an attorney who had experience in advising clients with all of these issues. Being reassured that my case would be handled well and that I would likely be able to get rid of all my debt gave me the motivation to finally organize my enormous pile of statements and collection notices and fill out the worksheets. The transcription of all of this information onto the official court papers by the attorney was thorough and accurate. I received good coaching regarding any questions that could have been asked at the meeting with the trustee. I was properly referred to the required credit counseling which I was able to complete online. Finally, any questions I've had post-filing have been answered promptly. I'm very satisfied with the legal services that were provided by Mr. Steiner.

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Michael Stephen Steiner's Lawyer Endorsements

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Michael Waddington

Family lawyer | Jun 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Michael. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Ahren Tiller

Chapter 13 bankruptcy lawyer | Apr 23

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. He is an exceptional lawyer who really knows Bankruptcy Law as well as family law."

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Experience

Rating:  6.9 (Good)

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2017.

Discipline, Probation; no Actual Suspension issued in CA, 2017

updated on 03/09/2017

This sanction means the attorney had a suspension placed on hold (and ultimately removed) by complying with certain requirements.

Work Experience

1900 - Present

Attorney, Goldberg Jones | Divorce For Men

2008 - 2015

Owner, Law Office of Michael S. Steiner

Education

2008

California Western School of Law

Juris Doctor

2004

University of California, San Diego

Other - Bachelors

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