Debra R Schoenberg

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Debra R Schoenberg

4.8
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 39 years

Family Lawyer at San Francisco, CA
Practice Areas: Family, Divorce & Separation, Child Custody

50 California Street, 21st Floor, San Francisco, CA

About Debra

Biography

Compassion and experience in all family law matters.

Compassion and experience in all family law matters.

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Family 34%

34%
Child Custody 33%

33%
Divorce and Separation 33%

33%

Fees and Rates

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Awards

Client's Choice
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Platinum Client Champion
Distinguished Peer Review Rating

Licenses

Licensed in California for 17 years

State: California

Acquired: 2008

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Vermont for 31 years

State: Vermont

Acquired: 1994

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in New York for 39 years

State: New York

Acquired: 1987

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Location

Schoenberg Family Law Group, P.C.

50 California Street, 21st Floor, San Francisco, CA, 94111

sflg.com/

Debra R Schoenberg's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.8 /5.0

136 Client Reviews

Showing 21 - 25 of 26 reviews | Family

Posted by J | October 30, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Family

Amazing!

I am so happy I found Debra Schoenberg who is helping me through my divorce - I highly recommend her to anyone who needs a superb lawyer to handle his/her divorce process. She is just brilliant she has been protecting my rights and interests throughout the process. She eased my fears, took my stress... away and offered me sound advice and a thoughtful plan of action which later proved to be a genius one. She made sure that my rights are being protected and has successfully been paving the way to the end. Ms Schoenberg is always a couple steps ahead of the opposing side and her problem solving skills in the legal field are very developed - she seems to know all the ins and outs of family law. She will fight for you!

Posted by Miyoung S. | January 10, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Family

Best Family Lawyer

If you want to get desired results, Schoenberg Family Law Group is hands down one of the best family law firms. I searched for a family law firm who had a wealth of experience and looked out for my best interests. I initially found Debra Schoenberg but did not go with her because her office locati...on was far from my area. So, I hired an attorney who lived in my area and that turned out to be my biggest mistake ever. In due time, I pivoted and hired Debra to represent my divorce case. As soon as Debra took over my case, she immediately coordinated a team with the right experts. I would undoubtedly be nowhere without her top-notch professional services. I felt a huge weight of stress lifted as she represented and fought hard for me. As a result, we were able to settle my case with a great outcome. Debra is my hero as I can't thank her enough.  Without question, I would highly recommend Debra Schoenberg to anyone who is in need of a top-notch professional attorney. I am confident and can truly attest that no one will be disappointed in her services. 

Posted by anonymous | February 14, 2013 | Family

Compassionate and Caring Family Lawyers

I found Deborah through a lawyer friend who is an estate planning attorney, and has a great deal of experience working with family law firms. She gave me the names of several family law firms, but once I met Deborah, I knew this was the place to be at this very difficult time of my life. At my first... meeting with Deborah, I knew that she would protect my interests. It was obvious to me that she was not to be trifled with, and in fact, I would not have wanted to encounter her on the other side of my divorce. Rachel Leff-Kiff did much of the day to day work under Deborah's supervision. Rachel was extremely competent, calm and patient. Throughout, I was kept informed, my phone calls were returned promptly, and at each stage of the proceedings I was given options and the advise necessary to make the best decisions for my benefit. Deborah and her team were always very respectful and mindful of my financial situation and handled my divorce in a cost effective and caring manner. Deborah and Rachel did everything possible, and succeeded in fostering an uncontentious, amicable environment at the least possible expense, while absolutely protecting my interests. The staff was helpful, welcoming and uniformly kind both in person and on the phone. This made a big difference at a time when I was undergoing a lot of stress. I feel profoundly grateful for the way I was treated and my marriage resolved. As I move forward with my new life I would wish that anyone who is going through a divorce have as good an experience as I have. I would recommend the Schoenberg Family Law Group to anyone who is going through a divorce.

Posted by Ari | August 17, 2025 | Family

Knows her stuff

I consulted with a lot of lawyers in the Bay Area and Debra was really one of the only ones who had valuable advice based on the law and how the family court in California works. For that reason, she’s justified in charging her exorbitant fee. If you can afford her and you have a complex or contentio...us case she will do an excellent job and you’ll likely get your money’s worth. Unfortunately, I just couldn’t justify her retainer for my specific situation but I would recommend her based on the advice she gave me in the consultation. A lot of lawyers in the Bay Area simply aren’t as knowledgeable as she is and they will leave options on the table. I think Debra is thorough enough not to.

Posted by Lisa DeGunya | May 30, 2017 | Family

Review

Although Ms. Schoenberg was not retained by me- she and her staff were helpful and insightful in moving forward to the arrest of my felon ex husband John who is both in contempt of lawful orders I have and trafficking my young son's. They are priority one- in getting them safely back to me.

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Debra R Schoenberg's Lawyer Endorsements

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Family lawyer | Oct 06

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"Demands excellence. I endorse this lawyer."

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Family lawyer | May 24

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Family lawyer | Oct 12

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Family lawyer | Oct 10

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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, Super Lawyers

2020

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2019

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2019

Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

2019

Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell

2018

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2017

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2016

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2015

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2015

BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2014

100 Top Women Owned Businesses, San Francisco Business Times

2014

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2013

100 Top Women Owned Businesses, San Francisco Business Times

2013

Certified Family Law Specialst, State of California Board of Legal Specialization

2011

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2009

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2008

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2007

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2005

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

Work Experience

1990 - Present

Attorney, Schoenberg Family Law Group

Associations

2006 - Present

American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers

Fellow

Education

1986

Franklin Pierce Law Center

JD - Juris Doctor

1980

University of Miami

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2008

CLE

An Income Tax Primer for Family Law Practitioners

2008

CLE

Tax Consequences of Divorce

2007

CLE

Family Law: Helping Your Clients through Difficult Times

2007

CLE

Successful Financial Settlements for your Divorce Client

2007

CLE

Child Custody and Shared Parenting

2007

CLE

Preventing Financial Mistakes during Divorce

2007

CLE

Family Law: Year in Review

2007

CLE

What Family Court Judges Want You to Know

2006

CLE

What Family Court Judges Want You to Know

2006

CLE

Equitable Divorce Settlements

2006

CLE

Advertising Ethically and Effectively

2006

CLE

Family Law: Year in Review

2006

CLE

A Road Map through Divorce Proceedings

2005

CLE

Tax Consequences of Divorce

2005

CLE

Domestic Law

2005

CLE

Complex Matrimonial Law Issues

2004

CLE

Complex Issues in Divorce

2004

CLE

Dealing with the Pro Se Litigant

2004

CLE

Successfully Dealing with Life Transitions

2004

CLE

Keeping it Civil: The Same Sex Couples' Journey

2004

CLE

Business Valuations for the Matrimonial Practitioner

2003

CLE

Complex Divorce

2003

CLE

Women in Transition: Dealing with Issues Surrounding Divorce

2003

CLE

Divorce Cases from Start to Finish

2001

CLE

Business Valuation: Presentation of Exhibits, Admissibility, Persuasiveness

2000

State Family Court

Pro Se Litigation Education

2000

CLE

How to Utilize the Magistrate

2000

CLE

Child Custody and Time Sharing

2000

CLE

Trusts, Estate Planning and Divorce

2000

CLE

Family Law and Relief from Abuse

Publications

2013

Addicus Books Divorce in California

Languages

English

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