Atty. Jon C. Riese

Atty. Jon C. Riese

Jon C. Riese is a lawyer practicing corporate and business, real estate, estate planning.

Sacramento Sacramento 41 yrs experience 41 year
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Corporate And Business & More Attorney · Serving Sacramento, CA · 41+ Years Experience

Profile Summary

About Jon C. Riese at a Glance

Jon C. Riese is an Of Counsel based in Sacramento, California, practicing at Murphy Austin Adams Schoenfeld LLP. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Their practice focuses on estate planning, business, and real estate. Admitted to practice in State Bar of California (1985). Educated at UC Hastings College of the Law, San Francisco (J.D., 1985) and University of California, Davis (A.B., 1982). Active member of Sacramento County Bar Association, Member, Real Property Law and Probate & Estate Planning Law sections California State Bar, Real Estate Section California State Bar, Estate Planning Section. Serves clients in Sacramento, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated October 2026

About Jon C. Riese

  • Jon C. Riese is a lawyer practicing corporate and business, real estate, estate planning
  • Jon received a A.B., Economics degree from University of California, Davis in 1982, and has been licensed for 41 years
  • Jon practices at Murphy Austin Adams Schoenfeld LLP in Sacramento, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Jon C. Riese's Areas of Legal Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Jon C. Riese handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Sacramento.

Estate Planning & Probate in Sacramento

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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Business & Corporate Law in Sacramento

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Real Estate Law in Sacramento

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why Local Counsel Matters in Sacramento

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 Sacramento 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.

Sacramento Courts and Legal Process

Choosing a Sacramento-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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Frequently Asked

Common Questions About Jon C. Riese

Where is Jon C. Riese's law office located?
Jon C. Riese's law practice is located in Sacramento, California. The firm is Murphy Austin Adams Schoenfeld LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Jon C. Riese handle?
Jon C. Riese focuses on estate planning, business, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Jon C. Riese practiced law?
Jon C. Riese has 41+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1985.
Where did Jon C. Riese go to law school?
Jon C. Riese earned their education at (J.D., 1985); (A.B., 1982).
How can I contact Jon C. Riese for a consultation?
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Professional Profile

Why Clients in Sacramento Choose Jon C. Riese

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 Jon C. Riese's practice in the field of estate planning, business, and real estate.

Decade-Tested Legal Experience

Jon C. Riese brings 41+ 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 estate planning, business, and real estate, Jon C. Riese can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.

Local Presence in Sacramento

A Sacramento-based practice means Jon C. Riese 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 Jon C. Riese Handles in Sacramento

Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Jon C. Riese 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.

Last wills and testaments
Estate Planning
Revocable living trusts
Estate Planning
Powers of attorney
Estate Planning
Probate proceedings
Estate Planning
Business formation and structure
Business
Contract drafting and review
Business
Partnership disputes
Business
Merger and acquisition support
Business
Residential property transactions
Real Estate
Commercial lease disputes
Real Estate
Title and deed issues
Real Estate
Landlord-tenant conflicts
Real Estate

This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Jon C. Riese directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.

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Jon C. Riese's Practice Areas & Specializations

Education & Law School Background

J.D.
UC Hastings College of the Law, San Francisco
- 1985
A.B.
University of California, Davis
- 1982

Bar Admissions & Licensed Jurisdictions

State Bar of California
Admitted: 1985

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