Ryan D. Clausen is the newest Associate in the firm. He joins the firm after excelling in law school at Pepperdine University Caruso School of Law. During law school, Ryan gained valuable litigation experience by participating on trial team and working as a certified law student at the Santa Barbara County District Attorney’s Office. Ryan was trained in Alternative Dispute Resolution and gained a certificate from the prestigious Strauss Institute for Dispute Resolution. Prior to beginning his legal career, Ryan spent seven years as an officer in the United States Air Force and was honorably discharged at the rank of Captain. During his time in the military, Ryan deployed three times and flew over 60 combat missions in support of the Global War on Terrorism.

Education

College of the Ozarks
Bachelor of Science, Business Administration
2006-2009

Pepperdine University Caruso School of Law
Juris Doctor, Cum Laude
2019-2021

Bar Admissions

California State Bar
Admitted July 2022

Experience

Certified Law Student Intern, Santa Barbara County District Attorney’s Office
2020-2021

Professional Memberships

San Luis Obispo County Bar Association
2022-Present

 California State Bar Family Law Section
2022-Present

 The International Legal Honor Society of Phi Delta Phi
2020-Present