Ryan W. Cunningham

Ryan W. Cunningham

also known as David Marshall Datz PC, real estate attorney

5.0
Rating: 6.6

Licensed for 13 years

Residential real estate Lawyer at Boston, MA
Practice Areas: Residential, Estate Planning

530 Tremont Street, Boston, MA

About Ryan

Biography

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Residential Real Estate 90%

Ryan specializes in the effective representation of both buyers and sellers of residential and commercial real estate (including new construction and development projects) and he conducts closings for lenders in residential refinance transactions.

15 years

90%
Estate Planning 10%

From creating an LLC or Trust to preparing end of life planning instruments, Ryan and his team will make sure your assets are protected!

8 years

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Massachusetts for 13 years

State: Massachusetts

Acquired: 2012

Active

No misconduct found

Location

David Marshall Datz, PC

530 Tremont Street, Boston, MA, 02116

David Marshall Datz, PC

167 Commercial Street, Provincetown, MA, 02657

David Marshall Datz, PC

179 Cranberry Highway (MA-6A), Orleans, MA, 02653

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Ryan W. Cunningham's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

44 Client Reviews

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Showing 6 - 10 of 29 reviews | Residential

Posted by Ariella & Ben | April 21, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Residential

We cannot recommend Ryan highly enough!

Ryan and his team went above and beyond for us throughout our home purchase. While bending over backwards to ensure every detail was correct and working with difficult outside parties, he remained professional, positive, and delightful. We will be coming to Ryan with future needs and highly recommend... him to anyone who needs a real estate attorney.

Ryan Cunningham

Replied last April 23, 2025

Thank you so much for your incredibly kind words! It was truly a pleasure working with you throughout your home purchase. I'm grateful for the trust you placed in me and my team, especially during a process that can sometimes be stressful. We always strive to provide clear, thorough, and responsive support, and it means a lot to hear that you felt well taken care of. I look forward to assisting you again in the future and sincerely appreciate your recommendation! Warm regards, Ryan

Posted by Chisom | March 31, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Residential

Ryan Cunningham

It was a pleasure working with Ryan for the purchase of my first home. He was referred to me from a friend and certainly lived up to expectations. He explained the whole process to me, was patient and allowed me to ask questions as needed. He made the home buying process so much easier. I am very gla...d I chose him and will definitely use him again for the purchase of my next house!

Ryan Cunningham

Replied last April 08, 2025

Thank you so much for your kind review, Chisom! It was a pleasure working with you throughout the home buying process. I’m glad I could help explain every step and make the journey smoother, especially as you purchased your first home. Your trust means a great deal, and I’m thrilled to hear that you’re considering me for your next purchase. Congratulations on your new home, and I look forward to the opportunity to work with you again in the future!

Posted by Kayla | March 10, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Residential

First Time Home Buyers!

We recently worked with Ryan on buying our first home in Somerville! As first time home buyers, we did not know what to expect from this process. Ryan helped us through each step, and was available whenever we needed questions answered or problems solved. It was great peace of mind to know that we ha...d an advocate on our side. I plan to pass his information along to any friends or family looking to buy a home.

Ryan Cunningham

Replied last March 22, 2025

Thank you, Kayla! I'm so happy to hear you were completely satisfied with our representation of you in your new home purchase. Wishing you all the best in your brand new home!

Posted by Mary Ann Conte | August 23, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Residential

Review for Attorney Ryan Cunningham

Ryan Cunningham became my Real Estate attorney for the sale of my house only four months ago. My son introduced me to Ryan as a friend who could give me advice. As a recent widow, I made the decision to sell the house my husband and I built together 30 years ago. Selling my house was a daunting proce...ss for me alone. Ryan helped me with his outstanding knowledge and expertise. Because Ryan provided such prompt feedback, without hesitation, I asked him to represent me in the sale of my house. I, also asked Ryan to represent me in the purchase of a condominium where I could move upon the sale of my house. The entire selling and buying processes were confusing. Ryan was always available to explain documents that needed to be signed. Ryan communicated with me via text, phone, and email on a frequent basis for my house sale and my condominium purchase. Even when my questions were repetitive, Ryan readily gave me clear explanations. I highly recommend Ryan Cunningham for any Real Estate transactions.

Ryan Cunningham

Replied last September 27, 2024

Thank you, Mary Ann. It was truly a pleasure working with you on both transactions and I'm glad you found my service to be helpful and attentive. I can't wait to see your new home!!

Posted by Michelle | May 15, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Residential

Highly Recommend

As first time homebuyers, my husband and I cannot say enough good things about Ryan. Not only was he very professional and responsive but he helped to lead us every step of the way and thoroughly explained all our documents page by page. He was very helpful and a great resource for us whenever we had... questions. We would definitely work with him again and highly recommend him!

Ryan Cunningham

Replied last May 22, 2024

Thank you, Michelle! It was so nice working with you and your husband - I'm glad we were able to close earlier than expected as well! Wishing you all the best in your new home!

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Experience

Rating:  6.6 (Good)

Honors

2020

Clients' Choice Award, Avvo

Work Experience

2019 - Present

Attorney, David Marshall Datz, PC

2012 - Present

Attorney, Ligris & Associates, PC

Associations

2011 - Present

Massachusetts Bar Association

Member

2011 - Present

Boston Bar Association

Member

2011 - Present

Massachusetts Lesbian and Gay Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

RYO CIGAR ASSOCIATION. INC., et al v. BOSTON PUBLIC HEALTH COMMISSION

Successful Defense against Big Tobacco

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Education

2011

Suffolk University Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

2006

Babson College

Business Management

Speaking Engagements

2019

Listing at the Highest Level First Time Home Sellers Real Estate Seminar

Publications

2011

Languages

English

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