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DEBRA R. SCHOENBERG, ESQ., HAS A LONG AND DISTINGUISHED CAREER.
More than thirty years ago, she established her own firm, which has vast experience and expertise in the highly sensitive and complex practice of family law, and Ms. Schoenberg has established a professional reputation for thoroughness, strategic thinking, keen attention to detail, loyalty, and dedication to client service.
Today Ms. Schoenberg handles cases that range from complex financial issues and extensive marital estates, to high-conflict custody matters. Adept at negotiating resolutions as well as aggressively pursuing litigated outcomes, she also handles straightforward family law cases, pre- and post-marital agreements, and marital settlements. Ms. Schoenberg has demonstrated a lifetime commitment to fairness and equity, and because of her vast experience she is able to capture the perfect balance of compassionate sensitivity, and the aggressive assertion of a client’s rights.
Long recognized as a leading family law attorney, Debra Schoenberg is a frequent lecturer in family law. In recognition of her work she was named a Fellow of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers and a Board Certified Family Law Trial Specialist by the National Board of Trial Advocacy. She is also a Certified Family Law Specialist by the State of California Board of Legal Specialization. As the result of an extensive and confidential review by members of the Bar, she has been repeatedly listed in the Directory of Super Lawyers.
The San Francisco Business Times repeatedly names Debra Schoenberg to their 100 Top Women Owned Businesses, their 100 Fastest-Growing Private Companies in the Bay Area, and list of the Top 25 LGBT-Owned Businesses in the Bay Area.
Additionally, Ms. Schoenberg was selected by peer recognition and professional achievement as one of the Top Women Attorneys in Northern California and was named one of the Ten Best Family Law Attorneys in California by the American Institute of Family Law Attorneys. The firm has also been repeatedly selected as one of the top three family law firms in the Bay Area. Parent’s Press East Bay has also voted Schoenberg Family Law Group Best of Bay 2017. Most recently, Ms. Schoenberg was named to American Institute of Legal Counsel Top 10 California Attorneys for her dedication to families and working out the best situation for each of her clients. Ms. Schoenberg is a member of the California, New York, and Vermont Bar Associations. She is the author of a book entitled “Divorce in California.”
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State: California
Acquired: 2008
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State: Vermont
Acquired: 1994
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State: New York
Acquired: 1987
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Posted by anonymous | November 27, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Excellent
I was very impressed by my representation by Debra in the dissolution of my marriage. She is very good at what she does very skilled very knowledgeable and overall excellent customer service. I would highly recommend her to anyone in need of a family law service.
Posted by Linda | April 29, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Kind and compassionate
Ms Schoenberg was very professional and very kind to me during a hard time. Her fees were fair for the work provided. My case was completed quickly and painlessly - no court appearance. She is very knowledgeable on the laws around divorce - very good at helping me get what I needed. I appreciate...
Posted by JJ | April 26, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
Custody
Debra came highly recommended to represent me in my custody case 3 years after a difficult divorce. She is incredibly smart, strong, no bs. She helped me gain full custody of my kids removing them from a home filled with drugs and alcohol abuse. Highly recommend her services.
Posted by SJ | April 20, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Excellent attorney
Debra Schoenberg knows her stuff. Divorce is a crazy, complicated process and I found myself in the best hands possible. The complexity and the frustration experienced throughout this process was greatly helped by Debra’s patience and calm approach guiding me to make good decisions for my future. ...
Posted by anonymous | March 01, 2020 | Child Custody
Child custody
I consulted with Debra on a child custody case I was potentially facing. She provided me with such sound guidance - I truly being she saved me a lot of time and money helping me think through the right steps to take. Highly recommended her in SF and surrounding area for this type of case!
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2019
Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell
2018
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2017
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2016
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2015
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2015
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2014
100 Top Women Owned Businesses, San Francisco Business Times
2014
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2013
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2013
Certified Family Law Specialst, State of California Board of Legal Specialization
2011
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2009
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2008
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2007
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2005
Board Certified Family Law Trial Specialist, National Board of Trial Advocacy
1990 - Present
Attorney, Schoenberg Family Law Group
2006 - Present
American Academy of Matrimonial LawyersFellow
1986
JD - Juris Doctor
1980
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2008
An Income Tax Primer for Family Law Practitioners
2008
Tax Consequences of Divorce
2007
Family Law: Helping Your Clients through Difficult Times
2007
Successful Financial Settlements for your Divorce Client
2007
Child Custody and Shared Parenting
2007
Preventing Financial Mistakes during Divorce
2007
Family Law: Year in Review
2007
What Family Court Judges Want You to Know
2006
What Family Court Judges Want You to Know
2006
Equitable Divorce Settlements
2006
Advertising Ethically and Effectively
2006
Family Law: Year in Review
2006
A Road Map through Divorce Proceedings
2005
Tax Consequences of Divorce
2005
Domestic Law
2005
Complex Matrimonial Law Issues
2004
Complex Issues in Divorce
2004
Dealing with the Pro Se Litigant
2004
Successfully Dealing with Life Transitions
2004
Keeping it Civil: The Same Sex Couples' Journey
2004
Business Valuations for the Matrimonial Practitioner
2003
Complex Divorce
2003
Women in Transition: Dealing with Issues Surrounding Divorce
2003
Divorce Cases from Start to Finish
2001
Business Valuation: Presentation of Exhibits, Admissibility, Persuasiveness
2000
Pro Se Litigation Education
2000
How to Utilize the Magistrate
2000
Child Custody and Time Sharing
2000
Trusts, Estate Planning and Divorce
2000
Family Law and Relief from Abuse
2016
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