"I was seeking a reputable family law firm for my prenuptial agreement and received high praise for the Schoenberg Law Group. My attorney listened to my questions and responded to them very patiently. She also paid close attention all my concerns and made sure I was aware of the legal value of the agreement I was about to sign. It was…”
D.R.“It has been a real blessing to find this family law group in my life. I was in the middle of a custody battle with my ex wife and had a lawyer who had sided with my ex wife’s lawyer. I was faced with the option of paying to a regular lawyer to do half jobs with no results or to invest a bit more for a top family counselor who understood my situation and at the same time not giving me false hopes."
A.L."I hesitated filing papers for a long time because I was not sure if I could survive a long legal battle. When we were married, my husband worked while I raised the children, two under four years old, and I was afraid I would lose the stability they needed. I had a wonderful group of friends that helped me search for a reputable law firm that could represent me when my focus was on my children. They found the"
L.A.Melinda has 25 years of hands-on experience as a family law paralegal, supporting attorneys and clients through every phase of a family law matter from filings, disclosures, discovery to trial preparation, judgment, and post-judgment modifications. She earned her Certified Paralegal credential through the National Association of Legal Assistants (NALA) in 2016 and went on to earn Advanced Certified credentials through NALA, including family law. Melinda is known for pairing procedural knowledge with compassion, helping clients feel supported through one of life’s most difficult transitions. After more than two decades in family law, Melinda remains committed to helping families through difficult transitions, bringing the preparation and support needed to reach the best possible outcome for each client. Outside the legal field, Melinda enjoys time with her two adult daughters, family, and friends, as well as reading and writing. She also pursues her love of fine jewelry as a GIA Applied Jewelry Professional.
Debra Schoenberg was named a Fellow of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers (AAML)
Designated as a Certified Family Law Specialist by the State of California Board of Legal Specialization
Board-Certified Family Law Trial Specialist by The National Board of Trial Advocacy (NBTA)
One of California’s Top Family Lawyers for five consecutive years: 2022–2026
SFLG Voted #1 Family Law Firm in California for six consecutive years: 2021 - 2026
One of the Best Places to Work in the Bay Area by San Francisco Business Times
