Ryan Hays Apperson

Ryan Hays Apperson

also known as Ryan H. Apperson, Ryan Apperson

5.0
Rating: 8.5

Licensed for 10 years

Estate planning Lawyer at Walnut Creek, CA
Practice Areas: Estate Planning, Probate, Trusts

1299 Newell Hill Place, Ste. 300, Walnut Creek, CA

About Ryan

Biography

Practice Areas

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Practice Areas

Estate Planning 70%

A good estate plan ensures the proper transfer of your assets and that your beneficiaries will be taken care of in accordance with your wishes. Proper planning gives you the control over the disposition of your assets, your medical care, and the guardianship of your children. A typical estate plan includes a pour-over will to handle your personal property, a trust to hold assets such as real property, a durable power of attorney for financial transactions, and an advance healthcare directive.

70%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 10 years

State: California

Acquired: 2015

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Law Office of Ryan H. Apperson

1299 Newell Hill Place, Ste. 300, Walnut Creek, CA, 94596

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Ryan Hays Apperson's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

10 Client Reviews

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Posted by Nanette | August 29, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning

Highly Recommend!

My husband and I met with Ryan to evaluate and update the Living Trust we executed years ago with an on-line service. We are very glad we did! Ryan was able to quickly summarize the changes we needed to make and suggested additional steps we should take to finalize our estate plan. From beginning ...to end, Ryan is highly professional and trustworthy. No gimmicks, pressure or uncomfortableness. Highly recommend!

Posted by Sabina | February 19, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning

Definitely a must do to have a living trust and Mr. Apperson is great help!

I was going on a long international trip late last year, and thought to get my financial affairs in order just in case. I interviewed several attorneys and Mr. Apperson stood out from the crowd with his knowledge and a caring attitude. He understands my particular concerns, and he recommends that ...my situation would be better off with a living trust, as I have real property that my elder parents need to live in and that as a trustee I can still make all the decision for the assets like I have always done. Avoiding the probate for my elder parents who do not speak English and/or legalese is of utmost importance to me, and I trust Mr. Apperson will take care that process for them if something happens and that the right person will get what I want them to have. I have since recommended Mr. Apperson to a few people who asked if I know good estate attorney. Do your loved ones a favor by getting a living trust drawn up, and that will give yourself peace of mind too!

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Matthew Colliss

Estate planning lawyer | Jun 15

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I know Ryan as a fellow alumni, and now professionally as a fellow attorney. When I had a client who needed to have their estate plan put together quickly, I knew I could trust Ryan with the task. He is professional, courteous, and thoughtful to individual needs. My client felt great relief to finally have his affairs in order and his concerns quickly replaced with the confidence that only comes with being prepared. As an attorney I am typically hesitant to recommend other professionals without knowing they will take care of my clients to the same degree that I would. I am glad to say that I feel comfortable when I refer a client, family member or friend to Ryan, that they will be taken care of and thank me for the referral."

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Experience

Rating:  8.5 (Excellent)

Honors

2017

Notary Public Commission (No. 2196807), State of California Secretary of State

2013

Certificate with Distinction, Labor and Employment Law, Golden Gate University School of Law

2013

Certificate with Distinction, Public Interest Law, Golden Gate University School of Law

Work Experience

2016 - Present

Owner/Attorney, Law Office of Ryan H. Apperson

2014 - 2016

Labor Relations Representative, California School Employees Association

Associations

2020 - Present

Contra Costa Bar Association, Barristers/Young Lawyers Section

Ex Officio, Immediate Past President

2018 - Present

Business Networking International, Cornerstone Referrals Chapter

Membership Committee

2017 - Present

Contra Costa Young Democrats

Secretary

2016 - Present

Contra Costa County Bar Association, Estate Planning & Probate Section

Member

2016 - Present

Contra Costa Young Democrats

Vice President of External Affairs

2016 - Present

Contra Costa County Bar Association, Barristers/Young Lawyers Section

Board Member

2015 - Present

Contra Costa County Bar Association

Member

2015 - Present

Contra Costa County Bar Association, Employment Section

Member

2015 - Present

State Bar of California

Member

2018 - 2019

Contra Costa County Bar Association, Barristers

President

2017 - 2018

Business Networking International, Cornerstone Referrals Chapter

Growth Coordinator

2017 - 2018

Contra Costa County Bar Association, Barristers/Young Lawyers Section

Vice President

Education

2013

Golden Gate University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2007

San Diego State University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

2004

Fresno City College

Associate of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2017

Cornerstone Referrals - chapter meeting

Estate Planning and Probate in California

2017

Cornerstone Referrals - chapter meeting

Estate Planning 101

Publications

Languages

English

Activity

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