Atty. Riley Robert Russell

Atty. Riley Robert Russell

Riley Robert Russell is a lawyer practicing real estate law, civil litigation law, antitrust & unfair competition and 6 other areas of law. Riley received a A.B. degree from University of California at Berkeley in 1979, and has been licensed for 37 years.

Foster City Foster City 37 yrs experience 37 year
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Profile Summary

About Riley Robert Russell at a glance

Riley Robert Russell is a Member based in Foster City, California, practicing at Riley R Russell. They have 37+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1989. Their practice focuses on trusts, estate planning, business, real estate, and ip. Admitted to practice in California (1989). Educated at University of Santa Clara (J.D., 1988) and University of California at Berkeley (A.B. University, 1979). Active member of State Bar of California. Serands clients in Foster City, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Riley Robert Russell is a lawyer practicing real estate law, civil litigation law, antitrust & unfair competition and 6 other areas of law
  • Riley received a A.B. degree from University of California at Berkeley in 1979, and has been licensed for 37 years
  • Riley practices at Riley R. Russell in Foster City, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Riley Robert Russell's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Riley Robert Russell handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Trusts

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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.

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Business & Corporate Law

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

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Real Estate Law

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

Riley Robert Russell is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in California →

Intellectual Property

IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.

Riley Robert Russell is one of 106,079 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip 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 Foster City 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 Riley Robert Russell

Where is Riley Robert Russell's law office located?
Riley Robert Russell's law practice is located in Foster City, California. The firm is Riley R Russell. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Riley Robert Russell handle?
Riley Robert Russell focuses on trusts, estate planning, business, real estate, ip. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Riley Robert Russell practiced law?
Riley Robert Russell has 37+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1989.
Where did Riley Robert Russell go to law school?
Riley Robert Russell earned their education at (J.D., 1988); (A.B. University, 1979).
How can I contact Riley Robert Russell for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Santa Clara
- 1988
A.B. University
University of California at Berkeley
- 1979

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1989

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