Atty. Ronald P. Slates

Atty. Ronald P. Slates

Mr. Slates has held the AV Peer Review Rating for more than 25 years.

Los Angeles Los Angeles 57 yrs experience 57 year
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Profile Summary

About Ronald P. Slates at a glance

Ronald P. Slates is a Member based in Los Angeles, California, practicing at Ronald P Slates P C. They have 57+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1969. Their practice focuses on business, real estate, bankruptcy, creditor rights, and litigation. Admitted to practice in California (1969), U.S. District Court, Central District of California (1975), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit and U.S. Supreme Court (1990). Educated at University of California at Los Angeles (J.D. King, 1968) and University of California at Los Angeles (B.A., 1965). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Los Angeles County Bar Association (Member, Sections on: Business and Corporations Pre-Judgment Writs Real Estate) State Bar of California. Serands clients in Los Angeles, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. Slates has held the AV Peer Review Rating for more than 25 years
  • He has been named a Southern California Super Lawyer from 2007 through 2018
  • Mr. Slates received his BA in 1965 from the University of California at Los Angeles
  • Mr. Slates received his JD from the University of California at Los Angeles in 1968
  • He attended King’s College, University of London, England, where he received his LL.M. in 1974

Practice Areas Explained

Ronald P. Slates's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Ronald P. Slates 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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Real Estate Law

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

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Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

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Creditor Rights & Collections

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Civil Litigation

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

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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 Los Angeles 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 Ronald P. Slates

Where is Ronald P. Slates's law office located?
Ronald P. Slates's law practice is located in Los Angeles, California. The firm is Ronald P Slates P C. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Ronald P. Slates handle?
Ronald P. Slates focuses on business, real estate, bankruptcy, creditor rights, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Ronald P. Slates practiced law?
Ronald P. Slates has 57+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1969.
Where did Ronald P. Slates go to law school?
Ronald P. Slates earned their education at (J.D. King, 1968); (B.A., 1965).
How can I contact Ronald P. Slates for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Ronald P. Slates received?
Ronald P. Slates's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D. King
University of California at Los Angeles
- 1968
B.A.
University of California at Los Angeles
- 1965

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1969
U.S. District Court, Central District of California
Admitted: 1975
U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit and U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1990

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