About Marty B.
Marty B. Schenker has a background that crosses continents and disciplines. He earned a Bachelor of Arts from the University of California, Davis in 1978. He then studied economics at the London School of Economics, receiving an M.S. in 1979. Schenker completed his legal training at Harvard Law School, where he received his J.D. in 1983.
After law school he established himself in California. He is admitted to practice in California and before several federal courts, including the U.S. District Courts for the Eastern, Northern and Central Districts of California. Those admissions reflect a practice steeped in matters that can span state and federal fora.
He is a partner at Cooley Godward Kronish LLP. The firm role anchors his work and places him in the company of other litigators and transactional lawyers who handle complex matters. His title identifies him as part of the firm’s senior team. It also signals ongoing responsibility for client matters and firm governance.
Schenker’s academic background in economics and law shapes his approach. The combination of an economics degree from LSE and a Harvard law education suggests an ability to engage both technical and legal issues. He brings that blend to matters that require careful analysis of facts, regulatory frameworks and courtroom procedure. He regularly appears in federal court and handles the procedural nuances that come with those petitions and filings.
Colleagues describe him as steady in court and methodical in preparation. He favors clear legal reasoning and concise written work. He is known to combine pragmatic problem solving with attention to precedent when arguing motions or drafting briefs.
Outside specific case work, he has been involved in the professional life of his firm. That involvement includes mentoring younger lawyers and participating in internal practice group activities. He balances client demands with the administrative duties commonly expected of a partner.
Today, Schenker practices as a partner at Cooley Godward Kronish LLP. He is licensed in California and regularly represents clients in the U.S. District Courts for the Eastern, Northern and Central Districts of California, where he handles matters that require both state and federal representation.
