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Susan M. Schauf

Licensed for 47 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation
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Licensed in Arizona for 47 years

State: Arizona

Acquired: 1978

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Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2015

Licensed in Wisconsin for 47 years

State: Wisconsin

Acquired: 1978

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Susan M. Schauf's Reviews

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4.4 /5.0

27 Client Reviews

Showing 6 - 10 of 13 reviews | Recommendation

Posted by Clair | March 16, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Family

Great Focus

I chose Susan Schauf after using an attorney who got me kicked out of my house at the beginning of my divorce. The attorney I started with bungled many things in addition to getting me kicked out of my house. Susan is very "no nonsense" and focuses on the important issues which in my case was par...enting time and spousal maintenance. My now ex-wife was demanding $4,500.00 for four years and $3,500.00 for life and was attempting to make it so I could see my daughter for only four days per month. It was apparent right away that Susan knew exactly how to deal with such demands and behavior. She guided me through the process and was able to defeat my ex-wife's demands of outrageous spousal maintenance and absurd parenting plan demands. Susan was also able to defeat the demand of my ex-wife's expectation that I pay for all of her legal bills in addition to mine. Although not required, Susan even accompanied me to the mediation hearing. In hind sight, this event was paramount and Susan was able to see first hand that my now ex-wife and her attorney were making outrageous demands that Arizona law does not support. This divorce was brutal and some friends and acquaintances of mine all say that it is the worst one of which they have ever heard. However, nothing ever rattled Susan. She's seemingly seen it all and has vast experience interacting with outrageous and unlawful demands and never waivered during the legal battle. It is my observation that she is intimately familiar with family law and can help especially those who are facing a difficult divorce to include all aspects of it. I have already recommended a friend of mine to Susan as he was experiencing trouble getting positive results from the attorney he had hired before. It is my understanding that he is, in fact, using her services and he is now more confident of the outcome. Further, my divorce started and finished in Pinal County jurisdiction which created a relatively long distance operation for Susan as she is in Pima County but she handled it without fail and filed all necessary records always in a timely fashion. Susan is sharp, focused, and directly to the point. She is very busy but was always responsive to my needs. Finally, and for me this is MOST important, Susan Schauf responds promptly to questions and concerns I had. Whenever I sent a question via email, Susan responded in as little as minutes which is VERY important to me. I recommend Susan Schauf for your family law matters needs as she did an outstanding job for me and created a very manageable outcome for me which are well within expectations.

Posted by anonymous | August 31, 2014 | Divorce & Separation

Decent fights for client but expensive

Very knowledgable lawyer with many years in Tucson Law. She fought for my case in my divorce settlement, I was very happy and greatful for that. She knows the law and will fight for what's right. She is however, expensive, she constantly asked for additional money and doesn't reimburse, I had to pay ...additional trial fees beyond my initial fee of$4500. When the divorce was settled without going to trial I was Not reimbursed the additional $2500 or any part of it, keep that in mind. At times it was difficult dealing with her and her staff as far as communication regarding due dates and documents required. I guess I would reccomend her, because I am overall happy with my outcome. If I had to do it over I think I would call around and speak with SEVERAL attorney's before settling. Good luck, none of it is easy.

Posted by Ryan | February 14, 2013

Most Dependable and Honest Lawyer I've Met

That says a lot. I do video depositions for court reporters and I've met many different lawyers. I am happy to say that Susan is the most responsible and absolutely most trustworthy lawyer I've ever met. I am happy to endorse her and would recommend her to anyone I know - both family and friends.

Posted by Celina | June 28, 2012 | Divorce & Separation

Celina

I was an out of state divorce client. Susan received permission for me to appear telephonically at all my hearings. My matter was settled at the Mandatory Domestic Settlement Conference. I was very pleased with the Settlement Conference to take place almost three months earlier than originally schedu...led. I highly recommend Susan Schuaf.

Posted by lucy | June 27, 2012 | Divorce & Separation

Susan Rules

I was forced to leave my home with my daughter when my husband and I separated. I had no job and no money. Susan Schauf helped me through the entire divorce process which included a full trial on the merits. I enjoyed being in court with Susan. She was always prepared and ready for anything that ...came our way. Susan and her staff responded promptly to my many calls and emails. I would not hesitate to recommend Susan to anyone seeking a divorce.

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Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2015.

Admonition and Probation issued in AZ, 2015

updated on 05/13/2016

An admonishment means the attorney did something wrong but may still practice law. While on probation, the State monitors the attorney's activities for a period of time in hopes that he or she will not repeat the behavior.

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