Brian Thomas Mayer

Brian Thomas Mayer

5.0
Rating: 9.5

Licensed for 20 years

Child custody Lawyer at San Francisco, CA
Practice Areas: Child Custody, Domestic Violence, Divorce & Separation

50 California Street, San Francisco, CA

About Brian

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Child Custody 50%

Child visitation, child custody, child support, arrears, DCSS, move-away, parental alienation .

16 years | 1,200 cases

50%
Domestic Violence 30%

Domestic Violence Restraining Orders (prosecution and defense); Civil Harassment Restraining Orders (prosecution and defense)

16 years | 400 cases

30%
Divorce and Separation 20%

Child custody, child support, spousal support, divorce, legal separation, restraining orders, property division

16 years | 400 cases

20%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 500-600 per hour

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 20 years

State: California

Acquired: 2005

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Schoenberg Family Law Group PC

50 California Street, San Francisco, CA, 94111

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Brian Thomas Mayer's Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | November 30, 2018 | Hired Attorney

HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!!!! BEST OUT THERE!!!

Only regret is that I didn’t find Brian earlier! Empathetic, intelligent, knowledgeable, trustworthy, and consistent. He’s always on top of his game. He is well spoken and experienced. His office especially his secretary, Shaneice is very helpful and attentive. AWESOME FIRM!!!!

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Brian Thomas Mayer's Lawyer Endorsements

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Heath Baker

Family lawyer | Oct 26

Relationship: Co-worker

"His ability and professionalism speak for themselves. I endorse this lawyer."

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Mark Reel

Child custody lawyer | Jul 17

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Jason Mosteller

Child custody lawyer | Jan 30

Relationship: Friend

"Brian is a tireless advocate for his clients and his personal integrity unmatched. I give him my highest endorsement."

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Michael Waddington

Family lawyer | May 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

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

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Thomas Goodwin

General practice lawyer | Jun 02

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have known Brian for a number of years and I have worked with him on a number of projects. Brian is intelligent, insightful, and courteous. Working with Brian is an honor. Brian's skills and knowledge are quickly evident and any attorney or client would be privileged to work with him."

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Dimitry Kaplun

Family lawyer | Aug 26

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"A truly exceptional member of the Bar. Smart, erudite, diplomatic, and very direct. Definitely an asset to the profession."

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David Taub

Family lawyer

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Heath Baker

Family lawyer

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Ralph Santoro

Child custody lawyer

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Francisco Batara

Child custody lawyer

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Beth Owens

Family lawyer

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Jason Mosteller

Workers compensation lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.5 (Superb)

Honors

2024

Certified Family Law Specialist, State Bar of California Board of Legal Specialization

2023

Certified Family Law Trial Advocacy Specialist, National Board of Trial Advocacy

N/A

Client Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

2025 - Present

Senior Counsel, Schoenberg Family Law Group PC

2006 - 2024

Attorney, Private Practice

Associations

2017 - Present

San Bernardino County Bar Association

Member

2017 - Present

Western San Bernardino County Bar Association

Member

2005 - Present

State Bar of California

Member

2007 - 2010

Sacramento County Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

In Re: Guardianship of J.K.

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Education

2004

Regent University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1999

Sonoma State University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2023

“Locked Up: what criminal clients can expect inside” Preparing clients for the incarceration experience

N/A

National Sheriff's Association Annual Conference

Incarceration from the Correctional Attorney's Perspective

Publications

Languages

English

Activity

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