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also known as Ryan H. Apperson, Ryan Apperson
Ryan is a graduate of Golden Gate University School of Law. During his studies he was awarded certificates with distinction in Labor & Employment Law as well as Public Interest Law.
During law school Ryan represented low-wage workers at an employment rights clinic. He spent his second summer of law school investigating charges of unfair labor practices at the National Labor Relations Board. Ryan gained further experience working for a federal magistrate judge as a legal intern and teaching assistant for the judge’s evidence course at Golden Gate University. Additionally, he learned valuable litigation experience preparing for trial at the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission. Ryan has also represented thousands of Bay Area school employees through collective bargaining.
Prior to law school, Ryan graduated with distinction from San Diego State University with a BA in International Security and Conflict Resolution, specializing in Global Systems. Ryan performed a year of service in the Americorps *VISTA program where he was assigned to the International Rescue Committee. There he helped run an after school program for refugee teenagers in San Diego's City Heights neighborhood.
Bar Membership
State Bar of California, No. 303197, admitted 2015
Professional Affiliations
Member of the Contra Costa Bar Association
• Estate Planning & Probate Section
• Employment Section
• Barristers Section
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1299 Newell Hill Place, Ste. 300, Walnut Creek, CA, 94596
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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 ...
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 ...
"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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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
2016 - Present
Owner/Attorney, Law Office of Ryan H. Apperson
2014 - 2016
Labor Relations Representative, California School Employees Association
2020 - Present
Contra Costa Bar Association, Barristers/Young Lawyers SectionEx Officio, Immediate Past President
2018 - Present
Business Networking International, Cornerstone Referrals ChapterMembership Committee
2017 - Present
Contra Costa Young DemocratsSecretary
2016 - Present
Contra Costa County Bar Association, Estate Planning & Probate SectionMember
2016 - Present
Contra Costa Young DemocratsVice President of External Affairs
2016 - Present
Contra Costa County Bar Association, Barristers/Young Lawyers SectionBoard Member
2015 - Present
Contra Costa County Bar AssociationMember
2015 - Present
Contra Costa County Bar Association, Employment SectionMember
2015 - Present
State Bar of CaliforniaMember
2018 - 2019
Contra Costa County Bar Association, BarristersPresident
2017 - 2018
Business Networking International, Cornerstone Referrals ChapterGrowth Coordinator
2017 - 2018
Contra Costa County Bar Association, Barristers/Young Lawyers SectionVice President
2013
JD - Juris Doctor
2007
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2004
Associate of Arts
2017
Estate Planning and Probate in California
2017
Estate Planning 101
2017
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