Debra Schoenberg represented me in a complex custody issue post divorce. She helped me to navigate the difficulties of a parent moving out of the country and what my rights were. Not only did this firm help from a legal perspective but gave me access to other resources I needed to make sure my family was taken care of. I am forever grateful for their representation.

I consulted with this law firm in early 2019 on a potential divorce case. The advice and guidance they provided helped immensely. I learned of my rights before making any rushed decisions and they provided me with multiple resources to assist me with my issues. I am still working through everything but confident I will have good results after receiving their guidance.

I did not have a good experience with another law, so my trust attorney referred me to Debra. She is a pro and was on top of every detail. The entire office is a well oiled machine of smart and caring people. I am happy to write this review on their behalf if it helps other people find her.

Debra gave me great advice, and so we ended up making every important decision before we needed lawyers, so saved lots of money. She gave me her book which I read and then understood the process. Thanks.

After attempting to find answers with free law services, I contacted Certified Family Law Specialist, Debra R. Schoenberg, via email about an amendment I had to include in my divorce decree. She was extremely helpful in giving me guidelines to proceed with the process WITHOUT her help. Being a teacher, I could not have afforded her services aftert all, and her honest encouragement made it all possible. I filed the required paperwork with the court and started the process on my own. I will always be thankful for her prompt response, knowledge, and assistance.

High caliber divorce law firm - was able to handle my lengthy divorce as I was moving across country. Process is a bit grueling but appreciated the level of experience they brought to table.

Very well respected divorce firm in SF - knowledgeable on the very small details of CA law and will go above and beyond to secure your rights.

Best female divorce attorney in the Bay!

I called late on a weekday and Deborah kindly allowed me some time when we all want to go home. She was a straight shooter who kept the path of our conversation tight as she allowed me 30+ minutes of her time. She is not a question service as a prior review assumed but a seasoned lady well versed in her trade.

I never went in and talked to her personally but when I called to get advice she was really rude. It said online free consultation but when I called and told her I wanted to ask her a few questions about the divorce and the papers,she told me "so now I'm a free consultation service. She was really rude and stuck up so I only asked her one question. She answered then just hung up on me. I suggest find a better lawyer, one that isn't rude and unprofessional like this one. Good luck people.

Debra was fantastic to work with! She helped explain the prenup that my fiancé and I had drawn up with a family member with little law experience and made sure everything was complete. I felt that even with this small task our ask was taken seriously and completed in a quick and timely manner. Very impressed overall.

Excellent divorce attorney. Knowledgeable, prompt, great communication - overall service was impeccable. Would absolutely recommend to others in the Bay Area needing assistance with divorce or custody issues.

One of my family members needed strong legal counsel for a situation that could have been detrimental long term. I researched a long time for an attorney who is an advocate for family rights – Debra was perfect! I contacted her office resulting in an immediate phone exchange and setup of an appointment. She and her staff were available at any time to answer questions. She was always thoroughly prepared, professional and always gave excellent advice. I would recommend Debra to anyone in need of an attorney for divorce and custody.

i hired Ms Schoenberg for a Custody case, everything she said was right on the money. She told me what to expect and didn't sugar coat the truth of how difficult this would be. She always answered my texts and kept me informed. and best of all she listened to what I said and didn't blow me off... while I wish I could of won more time with my little one, I wasn't surprised of the out come because she was honest, I ended up with more time than we thought I could get because she heard me... thank you for all your help Ms S you did a great job. wish you the best

The divorce experience for me was completely overwhelming and painful. I couldn’t even begin to imagine the punches served and the length of the process. I greatly appreciate each and every employee at this law firm that helped me along the way - whether they were doing the actual work or just listening and handing me a tissue. Just great people doing a great job in a terrible circumstance.

Ms Debra Schoenberg is an excellent divorce attorney. Truly the best in he Bay Area. She is so educated and experienced in her field - driven to get results in her cases. Highly recommend.

I typically do not do reviews but after my experience interviewing lawyer after lawyer I felt compelled to share my experience. So many offer a “free consultation” - don’t be fooled. Often this is just to get you in their office and start charging. I was referred to Debra by a friend and didn’t go right away. I thought I needed a man to fight a man. WOW was I wrong. It takes a strong woman to hit back, intelligent and unrelenting. My flight isn’t over but I feel strongly supported with this team leading me.

Ms. Schoenberg and her staff are the best. I interviewed several law firms before hiring this firm for very sensitive and complicated issues with my cheating and unreasonable ex. let’s just say this firm handled him swiftly. I am more than happy to provide this testimonial, and more than happy with the outcome!

A devastating experience of being fleeced by an unscrupulous and predatory lawyer. This is not a bitter review written in retribution for a terrible and emotionally grueling experience. It’s a genuine attempt to save others from a similar experience. If you’re involved in a family court (or other case) you are emotionally Deborah Schoenberg will exploit this. The office has a certain feel of a dramatic performance designed to show you a tough yet sincerely caring lawyer. The retainer will be hefty but for the quality of course you expect it. And then the game starts. Research, wheel spinning, and suddenly the retainer is expended in a matter of weeks and yet nothing has happened. Your told firmly that the case is difficult and another hefty retainer is needed now all the mover is gone. Rinse and repeat over and over until you’ve been fleeced. Not every lawyer is unscrupulous. But this one is.

Divorce law firm that really cares and is really great at what they do. They will get you results! From day 1 I felt more at ease about my future. And great to have a female representation- just felt they looked out for me.

Horrible lawyer. She dragged my case out for well over a year. When we went to court she didn't even ask or get my approval for anything, just acted according to her own agenda and when I confronted her she was rude, condescending and unprofessional. She's basically a con artist who ran my case up to close to $100,000 and I ended up with nothing. She was very unethical in numerous practices. When I tried to fire her she ignored me and kept billing me, sucking up the last of what little I ended up with from my child support arrears. Read the hidden reviews on Yelp, there are apparently many others who had a similar experience. Don’t be fooled by her fake empathy and nice downtown office, she has to pay for her scam somehow. Once she has your money she will do a 180. Trust me, she cares nothing for you or your family. DO NOT BE FOOLED by all the fake reviews on here posted by her paid staff. There are many good lawyers in the Bay Area, do your research and find someone ethical.

I hired Schoenberg Law Firm at the beginning of 2018 - I was mentally preparing myself for a nightmare. Everyone I talked to that had been through a divorce talked about how terrible the process is, how some of their attorneys took every dime they could. I was very surprised and grateful for the representation I received. I feel as though Debra saved me money in the end by making sure I was properly represented. Communication was excellent and overall I felt like I was part of the process instead of being taken for a ride.

No one wants to have to deal with the kind of crisis that requires the services of this type of law group. Our lawyer in Texas couldn't help us with California courts, so I had to trust in the power of Google to find someone who could help us. Our case was unlike any the Schoenberg Law Group had faced before, and they had less than two days to prepare for a hearing because we only received notice one day prior to engaging their services. We just happened to be lucky enough to have Charlie Young assigned to our case. I really can't say enough good things about how he treated us and what a good job he did under very trying circumstances. He was unfailingly sympathetic and patient with our panicked questions, always responsive by email or phone, and diligent in fighting for the best possible outcome for us.

Should we be unfortunate enough to have to deal with California family law in the future, we wouldn't even think of seeking help elsewhere. We trust Charlie implicitly. This practice has our highest recommendation.

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 location 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.

Excellent!

Debra R. Schoenberg, Esq. is by far the best family lawyer. I have known her for the past 19 years, but fortunately for her, not for me, she moved from VT to CA. She retrieved my children after they were stolen. She is both powerful and respectful in court. She and anyone she works with would go above and beyond for you. Years later, my own ex-husband said that he actually liked Debra better than his own lawyer. Go to this practice if you need experts in Family Law.