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.
Accidents & More Attorney · Serving San Diego, CA · 47+ Years Experience
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About Frederick Schenk at a Glance
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. Serves clients in San Diego, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About 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
- 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
Practice Areas Explained
Frederick Schenk's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Frederick Schenk handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in San Diego.
Car Accidents in San Diego
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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Wrongful Death in San Diego
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Personal Injury in San Diego
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 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in California →
Employment Law in San Diego
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
Frederick Schenk is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in California →
Brain & Spinal Cord Injury in San Diego
Frederick Schenk is one of 10,159 tbi/sci attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tbi/sci attorneys in California →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in San Diego
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 venue, 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.
San Diego Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a San Diego-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in San Diego Choose Frederick Schenk
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Frederick Schenk's practice in the field of car accidents, wrongful death, personal injury, employment, and tbi/sci.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Frederick Schenk brings 47+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering car accidents, wrongful death, and personal injury, Frederick Schenk can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in San Diego
A San Diego-based practice means Frederick Schenk attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Frederick Schenk Handles in San Diego
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Frederick Schenk has experience with under California law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Frederick Schenk directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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