Atty. Richard Leonard Ackerman

Atty. Richard Leonard Ackerman

Richard Leonard Ackerman is a lawyer practicing business litigation, product liability, insurance and 2 other areas of law. Richard received a B.S. degree from University of California at Los Angeles in 1968, and has been licensed for 54 years.

Encino Encino 54 yrs experience 54 year
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Profile Summary

About Richard Leonard Ackerman at a glance

Richard Leonard Ackerman is a business, product liability, litigation, and insurance attorney based in Encino, California. They have 54+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1972. Admitted to practice in California (1972), U.S. District Court, Central District of California (1972), U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit (1972), and U.S. Supreme Court (1976). Educated at University of California at Los Angeles (J.D., 1971) and University of California at Los Angeles (B.S., 1968). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Encino, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Richard Leonard Ackerman is a lawyer practicing business litigation, product liability, insurance and 2 other areas of law
  • Richard received a B.S. degree from University of California at Los Angeles in 1968, and has been licensed for 54 years
  • Richard practices in Encino, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Richard Leonard Ackerman's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Richard Leonard Ackerman handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

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

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Product Liability

Richard Leonard Ackerman is one of 66,193 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in California →

Civil Litigation

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

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Insurance Law

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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 Encino 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 Richard Leonard Ackerman

Where is Richard Leonard Ackerman's law office located?
Richard Leonard Ackerman's law practice is located in Encino, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Richard Leonard Ackerman handle?
Richard Leonard Ackerman focuses on business, product liability, litigation, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Richard Leonard Ackerman practiced law?
Richard Leonard Ackerman has 54+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1972.
Where did Richard Leonard Ackerman go to law school?
Richard Leonard Ackerman earned their education at (J.D., 1971); (B.S., 1968).
How can I contact Richard Leonard Ackerman for a consultation?
You can contact Richard Leonard Ackerman 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 Richard Leonard Ackerman received?
Richard Leonard Ackerman's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of California at Los Angeles
- 1971
B.S.
University of California at Los Angeles
- 1968

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1972
U.S. District Court, Central District of California
Admitted: 1972
U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
Admitted: 1972
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1976
U.S. District Court, Southern District of California
Admitted: 1977
U.S. District Court, Northern District of California
Admitted: 1982

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