Terry A Szucsko

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Terry A Szucsko

4.8
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 17 years

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

50 Osgood St. Ste 500, San Francisco, CA

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About Terry

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 30%

30%
Domestic Violence 30%

30%
Child Custody 25%

25%
Family 15%

15%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2023

Licenses

Licensed in California for 17 years

State: California

Acquired: 2008

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Lvovich & Szucsko, P.C.

50 Osgood St. Ste 500, San Francisco, CA, 94133

landslawgroup.com

Online Presence

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Terry A Szucsko's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.8 /5.0

30 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 4 of 4 reviews | Staff & Support

Posted by anonymous | March 09, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Excellent, thoughtful representation.

I initially contacted Mr. Szucsko and his firm for help in obtaining a restraining order against someone who was harassing me and my family. The firm went out of its way to not only help us, to but to patiently explain the legalese throughout the entire process, and to explain our choices, pro and c...on, whenever they arose. Thanks to this firm, we successfully obtained the restraining order, which gave us immense peace of mind. When this same person tried to bring a lawsuit against me a year later, the firm again did exactly what they did the first time: Provided us with excellent representation, and successfully got the lawsuit thrown out, with prejudice. Both Mr Szucsko and one of his associates, Ms. Hannah Salassi, were fantastic in their abilities to guide us through both of these painful situations, to do so with thoughtfulness and our well-being in mind, and to respond to everything in a prompt and totally reliable manner. We always felt like we were in good hands, and getting the information we needed to make informed decisions. I would wholeheartedly recommend this firm to anyone in similar circumstances, and would not hesitate to use them again myself.

Posted by Erica | June 25, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Extremely professional, knowledgeable and always available

I was going through a very traumatic experience. Just got back from abroad where my Mom passed away, my husband hit me with the news that he wanted a divorce and was ready for me to leave our house and our cat. As a way of compensation he was offering to buy me a new cat. I was shocked and frozen, co...uld not understand what was happening. Until a friend of mine gave me Terry's email and phone number. As soon as he heard what was happening, on the phone, he was quick to explain what I was entitled to and what my rights were. And the amazing thing is that, later on, he worked out a wonderful financial deal for me and that my husband was way too happy to sign off on. Therefore we ended up reaching an agreement very quickly, and without the need of the opposite side's lawyer. Terry and his team are on your side, and they have the ability to de-escalate even the hardest situation. He is diplomatic, yet firm in his determination to protect his clients, and the result is that I was able to resolve everything in a much smoother way than I expected at the beginning, and in a very short time.

Posted by James Sanders | August 31, 2016 | Child Custody

Very helpful with great advice

Terry S. Is an awesome lawyer. I had an issue dealing with a custody case regarding my one year old son. I contacted Terry over the phone and without haste he started giving advice and information on things to expect. He then told me if my case gets to a certain point come down and see him in person ...(Witch I think says a lot!) Guess what folks... It got to that point were I needed to see him. I gave Terry another call and his assistant made an appointment with no questions asked. (The big meeting) Meet with Terry and he was confident and had so much insight/knowledge on my situation that I felt I could trust him with being my Lawyer. He didn't ask for any funds or retainers just yet... I thought it was shocking. He proceeded to tell me to wait till it escalated past mediation to move forward with the case. I greatly appreciated his time and patience. End results was I and the other practitioner came to an agreement that did not require legal help. Thank you Terry for being in my corner.

Posted by anonymous | September 11, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

one of my best experiences with a lawyer

I hired Terry after having worked with a different lawyer for about a year. It was a day and night difference between my previous lawyer and Terry. Where as my previous lawyer was missing appointments and generally unresponsive, Terry was very upfront about what to expect and was always there to answ...er questions. Once Terry and team took over my divorce case, things moved very quick. He and his team were always on top of things and helped me navigate through the process well.

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Terry A Szucsko's Lawyer Endorsements

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Melissa Hoff

Family lawyer | Nov 22

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Terry is a great lawyer. He fights hard for his clients but is reasonable and a pleasure to work with."

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Geoffrey Murry

Domestic violence lawyer | Sep 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Charlotte Towne

Divorce and separation lawyer | May 27

Relationship: Friend

"Terry is detail oriented, extremely intelligent, sensitive to his clients, and a pleasure to work with!"

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Michael Waddington

Family lawyer | May 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

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

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Julia Jayne

Family lawyer | Aug 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Robert Fletcher

Family lawyer | Aug 26

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have had the privilege of knowing and working with Attorney Szucsko on several legal matters including martial dissolution and child support. In working with Attorney Szucsko, I discovered his incredible professionalism and relentless work to best represent his clients. Few attorneys have the knowledge and work ethic to provide such exemplary services to their clients. I highly recommend any person with questions regarding their family law matter give him a call."

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Shirish Gupta

Family lawyer | Aug 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Terry is an excellent family lawyer and really knows the SF Courts."

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Milla Lvovich

Family lawyer | Aug 12

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I can safely say that with Terry - you're in great hands. In addition to being an amazing lawyer, he's dedicated to his clients 100%. i don't envy the practice of family law: it is fraught with emotions, uncooperative opposing parties, and often difficult opposing counsel. Terry does it with grace, style, and great success for his clients. I hope never to need his services as a divorce lawyer, but if I did - I wouldn't think twice about turning to him for help."

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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

Northern California Super Lawyers, Super Lawyers

2020

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2018

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2018

Northern California Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2017

Northern California Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2017

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2016

Northern California Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2016

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2015

Northern California Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2015

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2014

Northern California Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2014

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2013

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2013

Northern California Rising Star, Super Lawyers

Work Experience

2011 - Present

Managing Shareholder, Lvovich & Szucsko, P.C.

2009 - 2011

President, Law Office of Terry A Szucsko, Inc.

Associations

2009 - 2017

State Bar of California - Solo and Small Firm Section Executive Committee

Past Chair

Sample of Legal Cases

Jennifer K. v. Shane K. 47 Cal.App.5th 558 (2020)

Held that: 1) evidence supported finding that former boyfriend's act in punching refrigerator did not warrant DVRO; and 2) judge's comments did not indicate high probability of judicial gender bias which violated right to fair trial.

Phillips v. Campbell 206 Cal.Rptr.3d 492 (Cal. Ct. App. 2016)

The judgment (DVPA restraining order) is affirmed.

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Education

2018

State Bar of California

Certified Family Law Specialist

2008

Nova Univ Law Center

JD - Juris Doctor

1992

California St Univ

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2015

How to Start a Solo Practice

Logistics

2014

How to Start a Solo Practice

Logistics

2013

How to Start a Solo Practice

Logistics

2012

How to Start a Solo Practice

Logistics

Languages

English

Activity

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