Atty. Michael J Ryan

Atty. Michael J Ryan

Michael J Ryan is a lawyer practicing trials, estate planning and administration, real estate and 2 other areas of law. Michael received a A.B. degree from Canisius College in 1964, and has been licensed for 56 years.

Santa Monica Santa Monica 56 yrs experience 56 year
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Profile Summary

About Michael J Ryan at a glance

Michael J Ryan is a estate planning, business, real estate, and litigation attorney based in Santa Monica, California. They have 56+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1970. Admitted to practice in New York (1970), U.S. District Court, Western District of New York, U.S. Tax Court (1971), California (1988), and Arizona (1996). Educated at Harvard University (LL.B., 1967) and Canisius College (A.B., 1964). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Santa Monica, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Michael J Ryan is a lawyer practicing trials, estate planning and administration, real estate and 2 other areas of law
  • Michael received a A.B. degree from Canisius College in 1964, and has been licensed for 56 years
  • Michael practices in Santa Monica, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Michael J Ryan's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael J Ryan handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

Michael J Ryan is one of 226,537 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in California →

Business & Corporate Law

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

Michael J Ryan is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in California →

Real Estate Law

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

Michael J Ryan is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in California →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Michael J Ryan is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in California →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in California

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 Santa Monica 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 andnue, 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Michael J Ryan

Where is Michael J Ryan's law office located?
Michael J Ryan's law practice is located in Santa Monica, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael J Ryan handle?
Michael J Ryan focuses on estate planning, business, real estate, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Michael J Ryan practiced law?
Michael J Ryan has 56+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1970.
Where did Michael J Ryan go to law school?
Michael J Ryan earned their education at (LL.B., 1967); (A.B., 1964).
How can I contact Michael J Ryan for a consultation?
You can contact Michael J Ryan directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Michael J Ryan received?
Michael J Ryan's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

LL.B.
Harvard University
- 1967
A.B.
Canisius College
- 1964

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1970
U.S. District Court, Western District of New York, U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 1971
California
Admitted: 1988
Arizona
Admitted: 1996
Nevada
Admitted: 2000

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