Ryan Schultz practices primarily in the area of family law and business litigation. He has experience in the world of family law, having litigated all aspects of this area of the law, including but not limited to, child custody and child support, post separation support and alimony, equitable distribution and termination of parental rights. Mr. Schultz has also successfully represented businesses and various other entitles in legal formation and contract disputes.
Previous to Mr. Schultz’s work as an attorney, he worked as a corporate investigator with Kroll & Associates in Los Angeles. Mr. Schultz conducted Investigations into missing money accounts, disclosure of trade secrets and prevention of hostile takeovers for Fortune 500 clients. His experience as a white collar investigator gives him a unique perspective when handling equitable distribution cases and business disputes.
Ryan Schultz has successfully litigated cases ranging from complex equitable distribution cases to breaches of contract to alimony/support issues. Mr. Schultz custom crafts solution to your problems, and disdains one-size-fits-all litigation that has become prevalent in today’s courtrooms. His eye as an investigator and his skills in the courtroom create an environment that allows him to solve your most difficult legal issue.
Ryan Schultz is a member of the prestigious Family Law Council for the State Bar Association and is also a member of the Alimony Committee for the North Carolina Bar Association. Inclusion on the Family Law Council is by invitation only.
Ryan is a member of the New Hanover County Bar Association, North Carolina State Bar Association and the Trial Lawyers of America. He is also an active member of the Cape Fear Chapter of the Surfrider Foundation and is a volunteer at the Cape Fear Literacy Council and for the 4ALL Statewide Ask a Lawyer Program.
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State: North Carolina
Acquired: 2008
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1131 Military Cutoff Rd Ste B, Wilmington, NC, 28405-4711
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Posted by anonymous | May 04, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Wonderful Attorney
Ryan Schultz is an amazing attorney that fought for justice for my daughter and me. He is incredibly knowledgeable, caring, and believes in his clients. Ryan was able to prove the unjust acts that were committed against me. Ryan was victorious in getting previous legal documents set aside.
"I endorse Ryan. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
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Criminal defense lawyer
2025
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2014 - Present
Partner, The Lea/Schultz Law Firm
2011 - 2014
Associate, The Lea Law Firm
2010 - 2011
Lawyer/Owner, The Law Office of Ryan Schultz
2015 - Present
Family Law Council
2011 - Present
5th Judicial District Bar Association
2011 - Present
North Carolina Bar Association, Family Law Section
2006
JD - Juris Doctor
2001
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2016
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