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

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5.0 /5.0

44 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 18 reviews | Responsiveness

Posted by Luke | November 25, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Real Estate

Ryan Cunningham, Five-Star Real Estate Attorney.

I highly recommend Ryan Cunningham. At 55, I never expected to need to buy a condo on short notice, but life had other plans for me. Ryan made the whole process smooth and far less stressful. He moved quickly, explained everything clearly, and was always responsive. His attention to detail and steady... guidance gave me real confidence, and we closed on time without a hitch. If you want a real estate attorney who’s efficient, thorough, and truly on your side, Ryan is the one to call.

Ryan Cunningham

Replied last December 09, 2025

: Thank you so much for this incredibly thoughtful review. Buying on short notice can be overwhelming, and I’m truly glad I could help make things feel smoother and less stressful for you. It was a pleasure working with you, and I really appreciate your trust throughout the process. If you ever need anything down the road -or if friends or family find themselves in a similar situation - I’m always here to help. Wishing you many happy years in your new home!

Posted by Norma | April 17, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Real Estate

Best Real Estate Attorney

Exceptional service, very responsive, always on top of everything, We had a very smooth closing, no delays. Thank you so much! Look forward to working with you in the near future.

Ryan Cunningham

Replied last April 17, 2025

Norma, thank you very much for your thoughtful feedback. It was a pleasure working with you as well, and I’m pleased to hear that my involvement in the transaction helped the closing process flow more seamlessly. I look forward to the opportunity to work together again in the near 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 Antonia | February 27, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Real Estate

Exceptional

Ryan is an exceptional attorney. He was able to accomplish in less than a week what another Orleans law firm could not do in 2 1/2 months. Timing of property deed transfers was critical and after speaking with him I was confident he would do whatever it took to get it done. I am located in NY but the... property is on Cape Cod so everything had to be done remotely which made me extremely anxious. Ryan was very professional, knowledgeable, accessible, responsive, and was genuinely invested in helping me. The transaction was seamless and completed 2 days before the deadline. I will only hire him for all future transactions as he is truly the best in the business. I highly recommend him and his staff.

Ryan Cunningham

Replied last February 28, 2025

Thanks Antonia! It is great to read that you were so happy with our service, and I am glad we could expedite things for you. Looking forward to working together again in the future!

Posted by Nelson | September 28, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Business

Amazing Professional Service

Ryan's services were crucial and well recieved as he helped me and two others close an important deal that presented several obstacles through no fault of Ryan. Ryan was great and incredibly supportive. Provided timely responses, strong support, and was attentive to detail. He did a fantastic job and... I look forward to working with Ryan again in the future.

Ryan Cunningham

Replied last September 28, 2024

Thanks, Nelson! I look forward to working with you again as well! I'm glad you found my services to be helpful. Best of luck with everything and if I can be helpful with anything else I'm always just a phone call away!

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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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