Barry Schneider

Top rated Family Law attorney in San Francisco, California

Barry Schneider, Esq. Attorney at Law
Barry Schneider
Barry Schneider, Esq. Attorney at Law

Practice areas: Family Law, Estate Planning & Probate, Alternative Dispute Resolution; view more

Licensed in California since: 1974

Education: Golden Gate University School of Law

Selected to Super Lawyers: 2004 - 2005, 2009 - 2010, 2020 - 2024

Barry Schneider, Esq. Attorney at Law

580 California Street
12th Floor
San Francisco, CA 94104 Visit website
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Barry Schneider has been a dedicated practitioner of law in the vibrant San Francisco and broader Bay Area for over three decades. At Schneider Law, his legal practice primarily revolves around family law and divorce, with a keen focus on handling complex matters related to real estate, business and community property divisions. Additionally, he brings a wealth of experience in managing cases involving:

  • Divorce and complex property division  
  • Prenuptial and postnuptial agreements  
  • Wills and probate  
  • Domestic violence

From the onset of his career, Mr. Schneider has committed to guiding his clients through the intricacies of the legal system, ensuring they make informed decisions that circumvent the emotional and financial strains of court battles. However, when litigation becomes inevitable, he stands ready to advocate zealously and effectively for his clients’ interests.

Having earned his Juris Doctor degree from the Golden Gate University School of Law and a Bachelor of Arts in political science from the University of California, Berkeley, Mr. Schneider's academic background laid a solid foundation for his legal career. Admitted to The State Bar of California and the U.S. Supreme Court in 1974, he has since distinguished himself in the legal community.

Notably, Mr. Schneider was among the inaugural group of attorneys certified as family law specialists in California, a testament to his profound understanding and skill in this field. His commitment to professional growth and contribution is evident through active memberships in several bar associations, including The Bar Association of San Francisco and the Marin County Bar Association.

Practice areas

Family Law, Estate Planning & Probate, Alternative Dispute Resolution

Focus areas

Adoption, Alimony & Spousal Support, Arbitration, Child Support, Custody & Visitation, Dissolution, Divorce, Domestic Violence, Estate Planning, Father's Rights, Guardianships & Conservatorships, Juvenile Law, Living Wills, Marital Property, Mediation, Mediation & Collaborative Law, Name Change, Paternity, Power of Attorney, Prenuptial Agreements, Probate & Estate Administration, Same Sex Family Law, Trusts, Wills

  • 70% Family Law
  • 20% Estate Planning & Probate
  • 10% Alternative Dispute Resolution

First Admitted: 1974, California

Professional Webpage: https://www.schneiderlawsf.com/attorney/barry-schneider/

Bar / Professional Activity

  • California, 1974
  • U.S. Supreme Court, 1974
  • San Francisco Bar Association
  • Marin County Bar Association
  • State of California Bar Association
  • State of California Family Law Specialists

Pro bono / Community Service

  • Settlement Master, San Francisco Superior Court, 1980 to Present
  • Settlement Judge, San Francisco Superior Court, 1980 to 2008

Educational Background

  • Golden Gate University School of Law, San Francisco, California - J.D.
  • University of California Berkeley, Berkeley, California - B.A., Major: Political Science

Other Outstanding Achievements

  • Sigma Alpha Epsilon

Honors

  • Selected to Super Lawyers: 2004 - 2005, 2009 - 2010, 2020 - 2024

Office location for Barry Schneider

580 California Street
12th Floor
San Francisco, CA 94104

Phone: 415-523-7776

Selections

9 Years Super Lawyers
  • Super Lawyers: 2004 - 2005, 2009 - 2010, 2020 - 2024

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