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Ronald Russell Talmo
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Biography
I have done virtually everything a lawyer can do from contract drafting, to murder trials, to military trials, to civil and criminal appeals, to private judging, to testifying as an expert on lawyer competence, to teaching law school, etc. I have met some amazing people along the way who I proudly say are my friends. There are over 2,000 lawyers here in California who know me as "Dean" or "Professor" Talmo. I have instructed judges at conferences for administrative law judges (Children as Witnesses), superior court judges and appellate court justices (Legal logic). I have been a featured speaker for the Orange County Bar Association, Orange County Women Lawyer's Association, The Orange County Federal Bar Association, the Los Angeles County Criminal Courts Bar Association, the State Bar of California and numerous other lawyer groups.
My practice is relatively limited now. I represent all applicants and state licensed professionals who are facing license denial or discipline from their respective agencies or Departments (Nursing, Real Estate, Contractors, Day Care, etc.). I also represent businesses that are facing loss of USDA/SNAP vendor privileges or Conditional Use Permit (CUP) denials.
Several years ago I restarted my life after the sudden death of my wife. I spent a lot of time traveling and met a wonderful lady in Viet Nam while I was visiting my best client and closest friend. After many air miles, Ava and I married there. She is now a US citizen. We share a beautiful home here in Santa Ana where she is the official client greeter. When you visit me, come hungry. Ava is a very good cook.
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Administrative Law
70%
49 years | 300 cases
Appeals
20%
49 years | 100 cases
Education
5%
47 years | 100 cases
Ethics and Professional Responsibility
5%
41 years | 30 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in California for 48 years
State: California
Acquired: 1977
No misconduct found
Location
Law Offices of Ronald Russell Talmo
1202 S Ross Street, Santa Ana, CA, 92707
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Posted by anonymous | August 14, 2017 | Administrative Law
all bluster, no substance
Seeing his high rating shows me how inaccurate these sites are. He will come up with a flawed strategy then not even follow it. He gives you cliche answers like " I won't ask questions I don't have the answers to" but he doesn't even know the questions much less the answers! More importantly, he doe...
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Replied last August 14, 2017Don't lie in court. It is that simple. If the hearing officer finds that you are lying, you will and should lose.
Ronald Russell Talmo's Lawyer Endorsements
"When I was a law student well over 20 years ago, I took a summer Advanced Constitutional Law class taught by Professor Talmo. It was my favorite class. His enthusiasm for constitutional law was contagious; I recall he brought pictures he had taken of the places around the country that were the subject of landmark decisions. I imagine he brings this same enthusiasm, and depth of knowledge, to his current cases."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Ron is one of the most respected and well regarded attorneys in his field. I have used him on several occasions to assist my clients with their professional license issues. They have all universally praised him for his knowledge, professionalism, and for his skillful advocacy. He has always been responsive with my concerns and questions, and have helped my clients navigate their way thru byzantine and cumbersome bureaucratic licensing processes. I absolutely endorse this lawyer!"
"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."
"I endorse this lawyer. Ron Talmo is a brilliant attorney with a vast amount of experience writing appeals. He is well-known and well-respected by lawyers and judges alike and I would trust him completely with any case that he handles."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have been practicing law in Southern California for nearly twenty years. I that time I have never met a more knowledgeable and conscientious lawyer than Mr. Talmo. As the former dean of the local law school, Mr. Talmo is extremely well received in the legal community. I have often heard judges deferentially refer to him as "Dean" Talmo. His courtroom presentations are as fine as any lawyer I have ever seen practice. While it is always clear that Dean Talmo is the authority on whatever subject he is addressing, he has a knack for presenting his position in a manner that is neither predantic nor condecending. Further, his straght forward, honest approach in dealing with his cients is something that all lawyers should emulate. Anyone with a legal issue would be lucky to have dean Talmo has his lawyer."
"I have associated with Ron on several cases over the years. He is an outstanding individual and attorney, with great legal skills and the highest moral character. I recommend him without reservation."
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Experience
Honors
2013
AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2013
Super Lawyer, FINDLAW
2012
AV Rated Since 1985, Martindale-Hubbell
2012
Southern California Super Lawyers, FINDLAW
2011
AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2010
AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2009
AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2008
AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2007
AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
1984
Civil Rights Award, ACLU Foundation of Southern California
1976
Law Review Editor, Pepperdine University School of Law
Work Experience
1990 - 1993
Acting Dean, Western State University College of Law
1979 - 2009
Professor, Western State University College of Law
1979 - 1986
Legal Director, Orange County Chapter, ACLU Foundation of Southern California
Associations
1977 - Present
State Bar of CaliforniaMember
Orange County Chapter of the American Civil Liberties Union
Legal Director
1999 - 2001
American Inns of CourtMember
1990 - 1994
American Inns of CourtMember
Sample of Legal Cases
EZ v. Employer
My client prevailed
Police Union v. Chief of Police
Injunction obtained
Clinic v. Protestors
My clients prevailed
Exler v. Disneyland
Jury verdict in my client's favor.
United States v. Air Traffic Controllers
Successful job reinstatements
Landlord v. Video Store Owner
Landlord's case was dismissed
Education
1977
Pepperdine University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1973
University of Delaware
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2008
Criminal Courts Bar Association Dinner
Privacy Rights
1986
Admistrative Law Judges Annual Conference
Child Witnesses
1985
College of Trial Advocacy
Jury selection
Languages
English
Vietnamese
Activity
Legal Answers