Taryn M. Scharf, Esq.
Owner & Managing Attorney, Scharf Law, P.C.
Admitted to the California State Bar in 2006.
A career built
on purpose
Taryn M. Scharf did not choose juvenile dependency law by accident. Her earliest days in a courtroom were spent in the back row, watching her grandfather practice — the same area of law that now drives everything she does. She went on to work as his paralegal before law school, learning the system from the inside long before she ever argued a case herself.
After earning her Juris Doctor from the University at Buffalo School of Law and passing the California Bar on her first attempt, Taryn was admitted to the California State Bar in 2006 and immersed herself in juvenile dependency cases. That foundation — built years before she became an attorney — shaped everything about how she practices: with urgency, precision, and an unwavering commitment to her clients.
She is available to provide representation to parents, grandparents, foster families, and relatives in dependency proceedings across Sacramento, Placer, El Dorado, and Amador Counties.
Aggressive advocacy,
genuine compassion
At Scharf Law, we treat every client like family. Behind every case number is a parent who is terrified, a child who needs stability, and a family that deserves to stay together.
We fight relentlessly in the courtroom while providing steady, honest guidance every step of the way.
What sets Taryn apart
Juvenile Dependency From Day One
Juvenile dependency is not a sideline for Taryn; her career was built on it. She began her legal career in juvenile dependency after her admission to the California State Bar in 2006.
Strategic and Relentless
Every case has critical windows where the right legal action changes everything. Taryn identifies those moments and acts decisively.
Accessible and Honest
You will never feel like just another case file. Taryn keeps you informed, answers your questions, and ensures you always know where you stand.
Education &
qualifications
Education
Juris Doctor — University at Buffalo School of Law
California State Bar #244097 — Admitted 2006
Practice Focus
CPS Investigation Defense
Juvenile Dependency Proceedings
Family Reunification
Parental Rights Defense
De Facto Parent Status
Ready to have Taryn
in your corner?
When your family is at stake, experience matters.
Schedule a Consultation (916) 782-3900