Sharon J. Brunner

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Sharon J. Brunner

4.9
72 reviews
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Rating: 9.9

Licensed for 22 years

Family Lawyer at Victorville, CA
Practice Areas: Family, Wrongful Death, Civil Rights ... +2 more

14393 Park Ave Ste 101, Victorville, CA

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About Sharon

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Family 40%

22 years

40%
Wrongful Death 30%

13 years

30%
Civil Rights 20%

13 years

20%
Criminal Defense 5%

22 years

5%
Personal Injury 5%

22 years

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2025 2024 2021
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Licenses

Licensed in California for 22 years

State: California

Acquired: 2004

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Law Ofc Sharon J Brunner

14393 Park Ave Ste 101, Victorville, CA, 92392-3300

sharonjbrunnerlaw.com/

Sharon J. Brunner's Reviews

Showing 1 - 3 of 3 reviews | Punctuality

Posted by Pam | May 17, 2012 | Lawsuits & Disputes

I like Sharon Brunner

I went to Ms. Brunner with a complicated case and she took it without hesitation. She was on time and at every court appearence. The price I was quoted is exactly what it turned out to be. I have and will continue to refer her to many people. The people I have refered to her have told me they are ha...ppy with the results they got.

Posted by anonymous | February 03, 2017 | Criminal Defense

Nightmare on Sand Street Victorville, CA

Found attorney in yellow pages under a more seasoned attorney's name. This was very confusing and not very upfront advertisment. Paralegal quoted wrong amount for case, it ended up being 30% more than quoted. Attorney missed first court case had a colleague fill in but failed to inform who that was. ...Office staff said case was dismissed found out that was not true. Office staff then said the name of client whose case was dismissed (breaching confidentiality) and said that the names were similar. Attorney referred to come to the office on a day the office was closed for a holiday.Told to come pick up case file. Came to office and case file with attorney waited forever and attorney delayed in a town far away. Another wasted day awaiting attorney's promised return and a no-show from attorney.On a court day the attorney was in LA (80 miles away) and came late to court so a bench warrant was issued for clients non-appearance and this information was never related personally had to find it out online by reading case notes found out on a Saturday and spent all weekend stressed out. Attorney acted like this was no big deal. Attorney does not return phone calls even though you go to office and request staff to have her call. Blames office staff and claims they did not give her the message. Never kept informed of case had to find out all information online by reading court case information online. Attorney rejected an offer without consulting client, (against practice standards). Again learned this online not from attorney. What are the legal fees for? Case closed six months ago but got call from attorney that victim requesting restitution. To avoid more court agreed to pay, Notified less than one week before due, dropped off check Thursday afternoon received call on Friday at 4PM that they cannot take a personal check. Go to bank ran back & office doors locked with cars in back & no answer. Go to ofice 8 am Monday doors locked. About 8:05 office staff trying to open door. Get out of car and front door is still locked. Called attorney on cell phone and she does not respond. Ended up going to court to pay the restitution after going to mutliple windows and ended up missing work. What a nighmare! OMG do not use this attorney first read the other reviews seriously.... With this practice it is all about the money. Poor communication no return phone calls. Read the other reviews this is a practice pattern.

Posted by Steve | December 10, 2013 | Divorce & Separation

Worst Legal office ever

There were times that Sharon could not be in court for my case. She would send other people to cover that wouldn't know anything about my case. I would call her office to get info on my case and the paralegals would never follow up, which in turn would make me have to call again. I was charged eve...ry time for their inefficiency. I had Sharon as my attorney from 2009-2013. During that time, I had at least 10 different paralegals. I would have to explain my case every time. I would be charged every time for that. One paralegal over charged us several thousand dollars. When I would call to question the bill, I would get the run around and an "We'll get back to you". Every time I turned around, they wanted more money. They would threaten me with dropping my case if i didn't pay the full amt at once. 3 Months ago, I moved. My paperwork was in storage. I called asking for my divorce decree so I could buy a house. I called everyday for a month. I was charged for every phone call. They never gave me the paperwork. I was unable to buy a house. Then, after 2 months, they called us everyday to sign paperwork so that my court date could be released for another client. After about 3 weeks, I finally called back and asked if they were calling regarding the paperwork I had asked for 3 months prior. I explained that I was not important to them, they weren't important to me. That was when they filed paperwork stating conflict of interest, breakdown of communication made it unreasonably difficult for the attorney to represent me…… The breakdown is that she would never have answers for me. Would promise to call for teleconference and would never follow through. I never knew what was going on, and when I complained, I was being difficult.

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Sharon J. Brunner's Lawyer Endorsements

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Margaret Miller

Asylum lawyer | Jun 29

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Neil Opdahl-Lopez

Family lawyer | Dec 22

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Sharon Brunner is a formidable and extremely knowledgeable opponent. I served as opposing counsel on several matters, and must state that it is rare to find an attorney who can be a zealous advocate, but also maintain professional courtesy and tact. Without a doubt, she is an esteemed and credible lawyer in our community. I know where I would go if I needed family law representation myself!"

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Colleen Talkov

Family lawyer | Jun 25

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Sharon is a genuinely a joy to work with (or against). She is a great attorney, inside and outside of the courtroom. I endorse this lawyer."

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John Schaffer

Civil rights lawyer | Jul 23

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Sharon is a consummate professional and displays the utmost level of civility in her practice. Despite being on opposite sides of multiple matters, Sharon was always a pleasure to speak and deal with. I am proud to be a member of the same bar."

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David Leicht

Family lawyer | Mar 24

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I have known Ms. Brunner for several years in the legal community. I have seen her work on criminal cases and I have had family law cases as opposing counsel. Ms. Brunner is very knowledgeable and does her job very well. I would recommend her to anyone seeking representation."

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Jimmy Mettias

Family lawyer | Mar 16

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. She is a tremendous attorney. I have worked with her and against her on several matters and she is strong, aggressive and high character. I am proud to endorse her and work with her."

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Jeffrey Sissung

Family lawyer | Jan 30

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Experience

Rating:  9.9 (Superb)

Honors

2016

Preeminent 5.0 out of 5, Martindale-Hubbell

2016

Client's Choice, Avvo

Work Experience

2006 - Present

Attorney, The Law Office of Sharon J. Brunner, Esq.

Associations

2017 - 2018

High Desert Bar Association

President

2014 - 2016

High Desert Bar Association

Vice President

2013 - 2014

High Desert Bar Association

Director

Sample of Legal Cases

Krystle Dubose v. Domino's Pizza Franchise et al

$45,000 Dollar Settlement

Romel Thomas v. County of San Bernardino et al

$25,000 Dollar Settlement

Carin Riley v. County of San Bernardino et al

$50,000 Dollar Settlement

Dominic Archibald v. County of San Bernardino et al

$33.5 Million Dollar Jury Verdict

Maria Stofflet et al v. County of San Bernardino

$1.9 Million Dollar Settlment

Rodger Palmer v. County of San Bernardino

$75,000 Dollar Settlement

Debra Blackmore et al v. John McMahon et al

$98,000 Dollar Settlement

West Valley Detention Center Litigation

$2.5 Million Dollar Settlement

Kenneth Myers v. County of San Bernardino

$50,000 Dollar Settlement

Francis Pusok v. County of San Bernardino

$650,000 Dollar Settlement

State of California VS. Merritt

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Education

2004

University of La Verne College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

Speaking Engagements

2015

Civil Rights Seminar

Civil Rights - Police Misconduct

Publications

2016

Civil RIghts Brochure Fighting for Everyone's Rights

Languages

English

Spanish

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