Atty. Paul E. Schonauer
Paul E. Schonauer is a lawyer practicing family law, landlord & tenant, expungement and 5 other areas of law.
Expungement & More Attorney · Serving Santa Barbara, CA · 14+ Years Experience
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About Paul E. Schonauer at a Glance
Paul E. Schonauer is a divorce, child custody, family law, estate planning, and child support attorney based in Santa Barbara, California. They have 14+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2012. Admitted to practice in California (2012). Educated at Santa Barbara College of the Law, Santa Barbara CA (—). Serves clients in Santa Barbara, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Paul E. Schonauer
- Paul E. Schonauer is a lawyer practicing family law, landlord & tenant, expungement and 5 other areas of law
- Paul received a degree from Santa Barbara College of the Law, Santa Barbara CA, and has been licensed for 14 years
- Paul practices in Santa Barbara, CA
Practice Areas Explained
Paul E. Schonauer's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Paul E. Schonauer handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Santa Barbara.
Divorce in Santa Barbara
A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.
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Child Custody & Visitation in Santa Barbara
Paul E. Schonauer is one of 30,982 child custody attorneys indexed nationally. Browse child custody attorneys in California →
Family Law in Santa Barbara
Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
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Estate Planning & Probate in Santa Barbara
An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
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Child Support in Santa Barbara
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Santa Barbara
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 Santa Barbara 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.
Santa Barbara Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Santa Barbara-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 Santa Barbara Choose Paul E. Schonauer
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 Paul E. Schonauer's practice in the field of divorce, child custody, family law, estate planning, and child support.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Paul E. Schonauer brings 14+ 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 divorce, child custody, and family law, Paul E. Schonauer can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Santa Barbara
A Santa Barbara-based practice means Paul E. Schonauer attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Paul E. Schonauer Handles in Santa Barbara
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Paul E. Schonauer 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 Paul E. Schonauer directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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