Ryan Michael Albaugh | Saint Augustine Criminal Lawyer

Ryan M. Albaugh has been named one of the Top 100 Trial Lawyers. His practice includes litigation related to Criminal Defense, Foreclosure Defense, Bankruptcy, Family Law, and Injury Cases. With over 15 years of experience, Ryan has handled thousands of cases, including over 50 jury trials. Ryan's experience as a litigator provides him with the knowledge necessary to protect his clients and fight for what is right.

Ryan has practiced law since 1999. He received his undergraduate education from the University of Iowa, Iowa City, Iowa (B.B.A., Finance, with Honors, 1996) and his law degree from Golden Gate University School of Law, San Francisco, California (J.D., with Distinction, 1999). He was admitted into the California Bar in 1999 (#202971) and the Florida Bar in 2005 (#11729). Following tenures as a criminal prosecutor and private trial attorney, he established The Albaugh Law Firm in St. Augustine, Florida.

Ryan's experience prosecuting criminal matters ranging from simple misdemeanors to serious felonies has provided him with extensive knowledge of criminal law and insight into how the State Attorney pursues cases. Having practiced law on both sides of the table contributes greatly to his success in defending his clients in criminal proceedings. As a family law attorney Ryan understands the sensitive nature of these cases. His creativity and skill as a negotiator often leads to quick resolutions allowing his clients to move on with their lives. However, if settlement cannot be reached his experience as a trial attorney provides him with the background necessary to fight for his clients in court. When representing clients in Foreclosure and Bankruptcy matters Ryan draws on his Finance degree. His ability to understand complex financial contracts and circumstances gives him the unique ability to find solutions to financial issues facing his clients.

Ryan is committed to providing his clients with personal attention, honest communication, and zealous representation in and out of the courtroom. He is available on weekends and evenings so you do not have to miss work for appointments or sit in jail over a weekend to wait for the office to open on Monday. Call today for your free consultation to see how Ryan can protect what matters most to you.

Position	Organization	Location	Duration
Associate Attorney	Whitfield and Eddy, P.L.C.		2005 - 2006
Deputy District Attorney	Marin County District Attorney's Office		2000 - 2005
Research Attorney	San Francisco Trial Courts		1999 - 2000
Legal Intern	United States Attorney's Office		1998 - 1999
Legal Intern	Attorney General Of California		1998
Legal Intern	San Francisco Public Defender		1997 - 1998

School	Degree	Major	Graduation
Golden Gate University School of Law	J.D.	Law School	1999
University of Iowa - Henry B. Tippie College of Business	BBA	Finance	1996

State / Court	Date
Iowa	2005
Florida	2005
California	1999

• St Johns County Legal Aid | Volunteer Attorney | 2010 - Present
  Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers | Member | 2006 - Present
  St. Johns County Bar Association | Member | 2006 - Present
  Florida Bar Association        | Member | 2005 - Present
  Iowa Bar Association | Member | 2005 - Present
  California Bar Foundation | Member |1999 - Present
  St Augustine Salvation Army | Board Member | 2010 - 2013
  Kiwanis Club of Polk County | Treasurer        | 2006 - 2006
  Jasper County Bar Association | Secretary | 2005 - 2006
  Jeanette Prandi Children's Center | Board Member | 2004 - 2005
  Marin County Justice Coalition | Member        | 2002 - 2004
  Moot Court Honor Society | Member | 1998 - 1999
  American Trial Lawyers Association | Member | 1997 - 1999
  Golden Gate University School of Law - Law Review | Associate Editor | 1997 - 1999

• Legal Service Award - Prosecution of Domestic Violence        - County of Marin        2005
  Child Advocate Award - Jeanette Prandi Children's Center - 2004
  Criminal Law Award for Academic Excellence - Golden Gate University School of Law - 1999
  American Jurisprudence Award - Family Law - Golden Gate University School of Law - 1998

• Case: State v. Acosta Summary: Client pulled a gun on an off duty deputy, the deputy's wife, the deputy's brother, and the deputy's sister-in-law during a confrontation. Client was charged with 1 count of Aggravated Assault with a Firearm on a Law Enforcement Officer, 3 counts of Aggravated Assault with a Firearm, and 1 count of carrying a concealed firearm. Result: Uncertainty about how judge would rule on Motion to Dismiss led prosecutor to dismiss 3 counts and give client only county jail time and probation. Case: State v. Taylor Summary: Client arrested for possession of cocaine after traffic stop. My investigation revealed officer lacked probable cause to stop my client. Result: PROSECUTOR DID NOT FILE CHARGES AGAINST MY CLIENT. Case: Washtock v. Van Nocker Summary: Client wished to relocate out of state with her 2 children after separation from the childrens' father. Result: Relocation allowed by Judge after trial. Case: State v. Stiles Summary: Client was arrested for Felony Domestic Battery by Strangulation after altercation with his girlfriend. Interviews with witnesses and the girlfriend provided the rest of the story untold in the police report. Result: PROSECUTOR DID NOT FILE CHARGES AGAINST MY CLIENT. Case: State v. Sage Summary: Client was charged with battery after being involved in a fight with his neighbor. My investigation and interviews with other neighbors revealed other party has a temper and is generally aggressive in nature. Result: PROSECUTOR DISMISSED CASE AGAINST CLIENT. Case: J.F. - Chapter 13 Bankruptcy Summary: Client had just under $100,000 in non-secured credit card and consumer debt. He was also behind 6 months on his mortgage, but wanted to try and keep his home. Result: Plan approved by the Court wiping out all debt and giving Client 5 years to catch up on mortgage.

• Ankeny Press Citizen | Navigating Your Divorce | 2005
  Constitutional Law Journal | The Brady Bill and the Second Amendment | 1998
  
  Speaking engagements:
  Community Outreach Program | Juvenile Law | 2013
  Kiwanis Club | Keeping Kids Safe on the Internet | 2005
  DV Conference | Cyber Stalking | 2004
  Annual Training        DUI Investigation | Legal Update | 2004

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