About Michael William

Michael William Schoenleber is a California-licensed attorney with over 45 years of experience in immigration law. He was admitted to the State Bar of California in 1980, holding. His license is currently inactive. Mr. Schoenleber is a founding partner at Schoenleber & Waltermire, P.C., a law firm located at 911 22nd Street, Sacramento, CA 95816. The firm specializes in immigration and nationality law, serving clients throughout California.

Mr. Schoenleber earned his Juris Doctor degree from UCLA School of Law in 1979, where he focused on general legal education. Prior to law school, he completed his Bachelor of Arts in Cultural Anthropology at Stanford University in 1972, with significant field study in Mexico related to the post-Revolution agrarian reform program. This academic background has provided him with a unique perspective on immigration issues, particularly those involving cultural and social dynamics.

Throughout his career, Mr. Schoenleber has concentrated on immigration law, representing clients in various matters such as visa applications, deportation defense, asylum claims, and naturalization processes. His practice encompasses all stages of legal proceedings, including initial consultations, document preparation, negotiations, and representation before immigration courts and agencies. He has extensive experience in both administrative and judicial aspects of immigration law.

Mr. Schoenleber has been admitted to practice before the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of California, allowing him to represent clients in federal immigration cases. He has also appeared before the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals, handling appeals related to immigration decisions. His extensive experience in these courts has equipped him with a deep understanding of federal immigration law and procedures.

He is a member of the California State Bar and has been active in the legal community throughout his career. Mr. Schoenleber is fluent in English and Spanish, enabling him to effectively communicate with a diverse clientele. His bilingual skills have been particularly beneficial in serving the Hispanic community in California, addressing their unique immigration needs.

Education

UCLA School of Law

J.D. (1979) | I was focused on general legal education.

Stanford University

Bachelor of Arts (1972) | I focused on cultural anthropology with significant field study in Mexico relating to the post-Revolution agrarian reform program.

Accepted Jurisdictions

California

Court Admissions

U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of California U.S. District Court
Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals U.S. Circuit Court

Types of Cases Handled

visa applications deportation defense asylum claims naturalization processes

Legal Services Scope

Hearings Appeals Litigation Negotiations Trials

Certifications & Awards

Immigration & Nationality in Sacramento

California State Bar