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Law Office of Michael C. Schonberger

Updated 2026-08-23 · 4,662 reviewed · 188 listed · Scored from 81 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.8(81) 86 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
Loan Modification & Loss MitigationForeclosure Defense & LitigationReal Estate & Title Attorneys
Law Office of Michael C. Schonberger
Services
Loan Modification & Loss Mitigation, Foreclosure Defense & Litigation, Real Estate & Title Attorneys
Reviews
81

What recent reviews say

Clients consistently describe a knowledgeable, responsive firm that handles complex real estate and litigation matters with care. Staff go beyond typical service-negotiating hard on contracts, explaining options clearly, and keeping clients informed at every step.

Michael Schonberger and his team (including Matthew, Anuradha, Asya, and Frank) excel at both residential and commercial closings as well as landlord-tenant and contract disputes. Fair fees and a willingness to listen and refer work when they're not the right fit set them apart.

Praised for
  • knowledgeable and sharp with contracts
  • proactive, organized, meets deadlines
  • compassionate, genuine care for clients
  • responsive communication
  • aggressive negotiator who holds ground
Watch-outs
  • does not take responsibility for mistakes
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Best for: out-of-state investors selling multifamily property, homebuyers needing protection, landlords in tenant disputes
Think twice if: one complaint about the firm not taking responsibility for mistakes; verify exactly what went wrong before signing

Strengths

  • local Jersey City real estate expertise
  • proven litigation and settlement results
  • staff go above and beyond on paperwork and coordination
  • honest assessment and referrals when not a good fit

Worth knowing

  • Named paralegals: Anuradha, Asya, and associate Matthew; staff handle complex lender coordination and paperwork with zero errors noted in reviews
  • Firm will spend time on initial consultation before mentioning retainer
  • Matthew has won landlord-tenant cases in court
  • Michael personally saved at least one closing on the final possible day

What reviews say by service

Loan Modification & Loss Mitigation
No review text specifically evidences this service.
Foreclosure Defense & Litigation
Clients describe strong litigation results, hard negotiation, and favorable settlements in real estate and contract disputes.
Real Estate & Title Attorneys
Consistently praised for sharp contract work, coordination with lenders, meeting deadlines, and handling closings stress-free on both residential and commercial transactions.

How it compares

  • Rated 4.8 against a 4.66 average across the 85 real estate & title attorneys businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 74% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

How We Score
Star rating 84
Review volume 83
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 75
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

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Common questions

Does Michael Schonberger's office serve out-of-state investors?
Yes. A multifamily property investor based out-of-state worked with the firm through multiple sale attempts, including negotiation and closing.
Will they spend time on an initial consultation before asking for a retainer?
Yes. Reviewers describe Michael spending significant time learning about the situation before mentioning a retainer, and offering honest feedback and referrals if they're not the right fit.
Do they handle landlord-tenant disputes?
Yes. The firm has represented landlords in tenant disputes and won cases in court.
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Last updated 2026-08-23