Atty. Frederick Schenk
Fred Schenk is a distinguished partner at The Schenk Law Firm, boasting more than 46 years of experience as a plaintiff trial lawyer. Renowned for securing multi-million dollar verdicts and settlements in asbestos litigation, wrongful death, products liability and automobile collision cases, Fred’s legal prowess has been consistently recognized by Best Lawyers, Lawdragon’s 500 Leading Plaintiff Consumer Lawyers and Super Lawyers.
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Frederick Schenk is a Managing Partner based in San Diego, California, practicing at Schenk Law Firm. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Their practice focuses on car accidents, wrongful death, personal injury, employment, and tbi/sci. Admitted to practice in California (1979). Educated at University of San Diego (J.D., 1978) and University of California at Los Angeles (B.A. Communication, 1975). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of San Diego County Bar Association. Serands clients in San Diego, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Fred Schenk is a distinguished partner at The Schenk Law Firm, boasting more than 46 years of experience as a plaintiff trial lawyer
- Renowned for securing multi-million dollar verdicts and settlements in asbestos litigation, wrongful death, products liability and automobile collision cases, Fred’s legal prowess has been consistently recognized by Best Lawyers, Lawdragon’s 500 Leading Plaintiff Consumer Lawyers and Super Lawyers
- His specialization spans asbestos, mesothelioma, catastrophic injuries, and new frontiers like social media addiction and underage gambling addiction litigation
- Notably, Fred authored the LexisNexis California Automotive Litigation Handbook and achieved the largest asbestos punitive damages verdict in San Diego history
- In 2023, Fred was appointed to the plaintiffs’ steering committee in a high-stakes lawsuit against prominent social media companies
- Beyond the courtroom, he twice served as president of the 22nd District Agricultural Association’s Board of Directors
- With a commitment to community, Fred has a rich history of leadership and pro bono work, notably aiding a 9/11 victim’s family without compensation
- Fred holds honors like the Hall of Fame induction by Lawdragon and has been a mainstay on the Best Lawyers in America list
- Deeply involved in the legal community, he enjoys downtime with family, Padres Baseball, and pickleball
- In 2024, he was recognized by the University of San Diego School of Law as their Distiinguished Alumnus of the Year
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Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.
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Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.
Frederick Schenk is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in California →
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
Frederick Schenk is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in California →
Frederick Schenk is one of 10,267 tbi/sci attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tbi/sci attorneys in California →
Jurisdictional Context
Why local counsel matters in California
Practicing law in California. Legal matters in California are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in San Diego are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate California state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in California brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in California courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
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