Atty. Ryan Douglas McCortney

Atty. Ryan Douglas McCortney

Ryan Douglas McCortney is a lawyer practicing labor and employment, labor and employment counseling, health and safety regulations/osha and 15 other areas of law. Ryan received a A.B. degree from Occidental College, and has been licensed for 39 years.

Costa Mesa Costa Mesa 39 Years Experience 39 year
Call (760) 748-1375

Profile Summary

About Ryan Douglas McCortney at a glance

Ryan Douglas McCortney is an Of Counsel based in Costa Mesa, California, practicing at Sheppard Mullin. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on employment, immigration, business, class action, and wage & hour. Educated at University of Southern California (J.D., 1987) and Occidental College A.B. magna cum laude Occidental College A.B. 1984 Phi Beta Kappa (—). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of Memberships •Member, Labor and Employment Law Section, California State Bar Association •Member, Labor and Employment Law Section, American Bar Association. Serves clients in Costa Mesa, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Ryan Douglas McCortney is a lawyer practicing labor and employment, labor and employment counseling, health and safety regulations/osha and 15 other areas of law
  • Ryan received a A.B. degree from Occidental College, and has been licensed for 39 years
  • Ryan practices at Sheppard Mullin in Costa Mesa, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Ryan Douglas McCortney's Areas of Practice

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

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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Immigration Law

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Business & Corporate Law

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Class Action

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Wage & Hour Disputes

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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 Costa Mesa 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Ryan Douglas McCortney

Where is Ryan Douglas McCortney's law office located?
Ryan Douglas McCortney's law practice is located in Costa Mesa, California. The firm is Sheppard Mullin. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Ryan Douglas McCortney handle?
Ryan Douglas McCortney focuses on employment, immigration, business, class action, wage & hour. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Ryan Douglas McCortney practiced law?
Ryan Douglas McCortney has 39+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1987.
Where did Ryan Douglas McCortney go to law school?
Ryan Douglas McCortney earned their education at (J.D., 1987); (—).
How can I contact Ryan Douglas McCortney for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Ryan Douglas McCortney received?
Ryan Douglas McCortney's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
University of Southern California
- 1987
Occidental College A.B. magna cum laude Occidental College A.B. 1984 Phi Beta Kappa
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Awards

Peer Reviewed

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