Scott Howard Finkbeiner

Scott Howard Finkbeiner

3.5
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 22 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at San Diego, CA
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Child Custody, Child Support ... +3 more

7676 Hazard Center Drive, Ste. 625, San Diego, CA

About Scott

Biography

Practice Areas

6

Practice Areas

Alimony 20%

22 years | 500 cases

20%
Child Custody 20%

22 years | 500 cases

20%
Child Support 20%

22 years | 500 cases

20%
Divorce and Separation 20%

22 years | 500 cases

20%
Domestic Violence 10%

22 years | 100 cases

10%
Family 10%

22 years | 500 cases

10%

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 22 years

State: California

Acquired: 2003

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Wilkinson & Finkbeiner, LLP

7676 Hazard Center Drive, Ste. 625, San Diego, CA, 92108

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Scott Howard Finkbeiner's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

3.5 /5.0

4 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | February 07, 2011 | Child Custody

not what I thought I was getting

Pressured to agree to joint custody and shouldn't have done it. Didn't know once I did it would be almost impossible to change.

Posted by Barbie | September 02, 2010 | Divorce & Separation

getrdone

Do yourself a favor and hire Scott and save time and money. Make sure both parties agree on everything and just hire one attorney not two. Scott can handle the whole divorce and be done. Don't make it complicated. Take it from me been there done it....

Posted by anonymous | April 16, 2010 | Divorce & Separation

Good family law attorney

Mr. Finkbeiner did a great job on my divorce/custody case. He was very good in court, knew the law and was able to get me through a very complicated custody battle with my ex. Mr. Finkbener kept me informed on my case and was responsive to my questions. I definitely recommend him.

Posted by covey | February 08, 2010 | Divorce & Separation

Not what I expected

In my year and 3 months of time with him as my lawyer Scott has been reactive and not proactive, on several occasions he waited until hours before the hearing to ask me for pertinent information, not only did he charge me 3 times what he initially said he caused more problems between me and my ex-wif...e then he did good. To this day I have paid him between 7-9 thousand dollars and I am still not divorced (1 year 3 months later). He has allowed continuance after continuance which has allowed this case to be drawn out.

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Scott Howard Finkbeiner's Lawyer Endorsements

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Bonnie Mantel

Family lawyer | Apr 05

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

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Nema Daghbandan

Adoption lawyer | Aug 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Matthew Mesnik

Family lawyer | May 02

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I worked for and along side Scott for many years. Scott has great compassion for his clients and is excellent at helping clients negotiate or litigate their family law case to conclusion. Scott's knowledge of California family law is second to none."

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Jaime Galati

Unknown lawyer | Sep 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Scott for many years. Scott is an excellent lawyer, a wonderful person, and has the highest ethical standards. I highly recommend Scott."

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Shannon Miles

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jun 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Susan Meter

Family lawyer | May 07

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Scott is truly passionate about law, is self-motivating and vey hard working. He sees every new challenge as an opportunity for professional growth. Scott has been a leader in our community and is admired by his peers. I frequently refer clients to him and endorse him as an attorney."

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Harris Brumer

Family lawyer | Jan 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Scott Finkbeiner is an intelligent, confident, and resourceful attorney. I first met Scott at a Family Law Continuing Legal Education (CLE) course, where he was the one of the main instructors. I was immediately impressed with his wealth of subject matter knowledge and his superb public speaking skills. Furthermore, Scott is unique among California Family Law attorneys, as he holds the distinguished credential of being a Certified Family Law Specialist by the California State Bar. He is truly one of the best family law attorneys in the county; he works extremely hard to achieve equitable and just results for his clients. I also appreciate Scott’s calm and friendly demeanor; I highly recommend him."

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Brian Malloy

Divorce and separation lawyer | Aug 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Scott is an exceptional attorney with a great personality. He is extremely knowledgeable and his professionalism candor are truly admirable. I highly recommend Scott!"

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Kevin Cadora

Family lawyer | Aug 11

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Nicole Boros

Family lawyer | Jun 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2013

Mike Shea Award, San Diego County Bar Association

Work Experience

2005 - Present

Partner, Wilkinson & Finkbeiner, LLP

Associations

2016 - Present

American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers

Fellow

2014 - Present

San Diego Family Law Bar Assocaition

Member

2012 - Present

San Diego Certified Family Law Specialists

Executive Committee

San Diego County Bar Association

Member

Young & New Lawyers Division

Co-Chair

American Bar Association

Member

Barrister's Club

Member

San Diego County Bar Association

Member

Education

2003

California Western School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2000

University of Arizona

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2017

American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers (Southern California chapter)

Hot Topics In Law Practice Management

2016

Spring Seminar

Family Law Pitfalls When Working With Therapists & Privilege Issues

2013

Summer Family Law Seminar

Hot Ethics Topics Related To Family Law

2012

Winter Seminar 2012

Using Jointly Appointed Mental Health & FInancial Experts

2012

San Diego County Bar Foundation

Stock Options In Income Determinations

Publications

2017

Wilkinson & Finkbeiner, LLP Corona Family Law Attorney

2017

Wilkinson & Finkbiener, LLp Corona Child Custody Attorney

2013

Wilkinson & Finkbeiner, LLP Temecula Family Attorney

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Wilkinson & Finkbeiner, LLP San Diego Divorce Lawyer

Languages

English

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