Ryan Hays Apperson
Law Office of Ryan H. Apperson • Walnut Creek, CA
ProbateEmployment LawEstate PlanningLabor & EmploymentPersonal Injury
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Contact
Email
Phone
(925) 320-0320
Address
1299 Newell Hill Place, Walnut Creek, CA, 94596, US
Professional
About
Ryan Hays Apperson is an accomplished attorney based in Walnut Creek, CA, specializing in Employment Law, Estate Planning, Labor & Employment, and Probate. He earned his Juris Doctor from Golden Gate University School of Law, where he distinguished himself by receiving certificates in Labor & Employment Law and Public Interest Law. During his time in law school, Ryan actively championed the rights of low-wage workers through his work at an employment rights clinic. His commitment to labor issues deepened during a pivotal summer internship at the National Labor Relations Board, where he investigated claims of unfair labor practices. Ryan also gained invaluable legal experience working with a federal magistrate judge, serving as both a legal intern and a teaching assistant for the judge’s evidence course. His litigation skills were further honed at the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, where he was involved in trial preparations. Notably, he has represented thousands of school employees across the Bay Area, skillfully navigating the complexities of collective bargaining. Before embarking on his legal career, Ryan graduated with distinction from San Diego State University, earning a Bachelor of Arts in International Security and Conflict Resolution with a focus on Global Systems. His dedication to service is reflected in his year with AmeriCorps VISTA, where he supported refugee teenagers through an after-school program run by the International Rescue Committee in San Diego’s City Heights neighborhood. Ryan is an active member of the State Bar of California (No. 303197, admitted 2015) and the Contra Costa Bar Association, where he participates in the Estate Planning & Probate, Employment, and Barristers Sections. His diverse background and unwavering commitment to client advocacy make him a trusted ally for individuals navigating complex legal challenges in employment and estate matters.
About Probate Law
Probate attorneys guide families through the estate administration process after a loved one passes. They handle court filings, asset distribution, and dispute resolution. Common matters include estate administration, will contests, heir disputes, trust administration.
Credentials
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
Languages
English
Recognition & Involvement
Awards
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
Publications
2017 East Bay Times Sanctuary city policies protect the most vulnerable
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
Speaking
2017 Cornerstone Referrals - chapter meeting Estate Planning and Probate in California 2017 Cornerstone Referrals - chapter meeting Estate Planning 101
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Updated: Aug 09, 2026