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Our Contra Costa office is open to serve you. We have four locations in Contra Costa, Rancho Bernardo, Mission Valley and Carlsbad, CA.
Family Law attorney Paul Ryan and his team of divorce and family law attorneys have decades of experience in divorce, child custody, alimony, property division, military family law & more.
Mr. Ryan uses his extensive knowledge of family law to help clients resolve every issue related to their divorce or other family law dispute. In addition to his general family practice, he also assists clients with their high-asset divorce and property division cases.
At Ryan Family Law, we dedicate ourselves to client care and unparalleled satisfaction. Our firm represents people who are facing family law disputes across Contra Costa County and San Diego County. We have four offices to serve you.
Paul Ryan, our founding attorney, has over two decades of California family law experience and many legal organizations have recognized him for his contributions to family law. As your legal representative, he will put your needs first and create a personalized case strategy that allows you to get the best possible outcome for your family law case.
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2121 N California Blvd, Suite 290, Walnut Creek, CA, 94596
www.ryanfamilylaw.com
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Posted by ALEXANDRA | July 18, 2023 | Consulted Attorney
Paul Ryan is profession and kind. He is direct and clear when guiding me through the issues I had to address
Posted by Donnie | September 9, 2021 | Hired Attorney
I hired Mr. Paul Ryan to represent me during my divorce proceedings, when I found out that he was a Marine Veteran I knew he will take care of me. Mr Ryan and his staff are always available to assist and have answer to my questions with a minimal wait, they are very responsive and detailed. Mr Ryan i...
Posted by Gary | August 10, 2021 | Consulted Attorney
I called Paul for advice regarding visitation with my grandson. After I explained the circumstances of my case, Paul shared With me the options available and offered professional advice on how to proceed. I was encouraged by what he said and how he said it. He gave me confidence in a very emotional s...
Posted by SL | December 7, 2018 | Hired Attorney
I don't write reviews often, and I never write a review before it ends, but Mr. Ryan, Paula and the staff of the Law office of Paul J Ryan have been so amazing that I can't wait to share my experience in the middle of my case. Mr. Ryan and Paula think ahead of me, they prepare ahead of me, and they t...
Posted by Joe | December 4, 2018 | Consulted Attorney
As a retired Marine, I reached out to Paul, on behalf of a young active duty Marine stationed in AZ. After providing specifics on what was needed in a guardianship case, Paul quickly and efficiently provided the information that was required in this situation. To say he went above and beyond the ...
"I have known Paul for several years and have referred several of my clients to him for family law matters. Paul is both knowledgeable and experienced and I endorse him without hesitation."
"This attorney works very hard for the clients and keeps up with the law by attending legal seminars to assist them in this regard. I endorse this attorney."
"Your resume speaks for itself and I consider you a valuable member of the attorney community. I would recommend you to anyone and everyone who needs your services. I whole heartedly endorse this lawyer!"
"I have known Paul Ryan for several years now -- since his time as Director of Legal Assistance for MCAS Miramar. I have worked closely with Paul over the last two years as co-chair of the San Diego County Bar Association's military law section. Paul is a true professional and pleasure to work with. He is an expert, recognized by his peers and within the legal community, in all family law matters. Paul is exceedingly generous with his time, and has devoted countless hours to various organizations to provide family law assistance, training, and guidance. Paul is a leader in the legal community, an experienced and effective family law advocate, and all around great human being. Enthusiastically recommended and endorsed!"
"I met Attorney Ryan while we were both attending a day-long family law continuing education course, which in-and-of-itself speaks to his dedication to mastering his craft, and providing the best possible representation for his clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have had the opportunity to refer several clients to Paul over the years. Without exception, Paul had done an outstanding job for them and the clients have thanked for the referral to such a knowledgeable and effective attorney."
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Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2021
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2010
Meritorious Service Medal, United States Marine Corps
2005
Recognized for Contributions to Military Family Law, American Bar Association, Family Law Section
2010 - Present
Sole Proprietor, The Law Office of Paul J. Ryan
2001 - 2009
Director, Legal Assistance Office, MCAS Miramar
1996 - 2000
Civil Litigator, California Civil Litigation Firms
1992 - 1995
Judge Advocate, United States Marine Corps
2009 - Present
Aztec Club, San Diego State UniversityBoard Member
2010 - 2012
Military Law Section, San Diego County Bar AssociationCo-Chair
2009 - 2012
Family Law Section, San Diego County Bar AssociationMember
2003 - 2011
Rotary Club of Del MarMember
1990 - 1991
New York Law School Moot Court AssociationMoot Court Member
1990 - 1991
New York Law School Judicial BoardChief Justice Judicial Board
2010
Mediation Skills Training (32 Hours)
1991
JD - Juris Doctor
1988
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2018
DFAS Seminar with DFAS Director re Division of Military Pension & Child Support
2017
DFAS Seminar with DFAS Director re Division of Military Pension & Child Support
2013
Child Support Calculations in California
2012
Online Support Calculator Training
2011
Issues in Famiy Law for Military Practitioners
2011
Coordinated & Moderated DFAS & SCRA Training
2011
Online Support Calculator Training
2011
Dissomaster Support CalculatorTraining
2010
Family Law Issues
2010
USERRA BRIEF TO RESERVISTS
2010
Dissomaster Support Calculator Training
2008
Issues Servicemembers Face In San Diego Family Court
2007
Military Family Law Issues
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