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Ryan Schultz

Wilmington, NC

Licensed for 13 years

Law Degree

Awards

Primary Practice Area

Business

Language

English

About

Ryan Schultz practices primarily in the area of family law and business litigation. He has experience in the world of family law, having litigated all aspects of this area of the law, including but not limited to, child custody and child support, post separation support and alimony, equitable distribution and termination of parental rights. Mr. Schultz has also successfully represented businesses and various other entitles in legal formation and contract disputes.Previous to Mr. Schultz’s work as an attorney, he worked as a corporate investigator with Kroll & Associates in Los Angeles. Mr. Schultz conducted Investigations into missing money accounts, disclosure of trade secrets and prevention of hostile takeovers for Fortune 500 clients. His experience as a white collar investigator gives him a unique perspective when handling equitable distribution cases and business disputes.Ryan Schultz has successfully litigated cases ranging from complex equitable distribution cases to breaches of contract to alimony/support issues. Mr. Schultz custom crafts solution to your problems, and disdains one-size-fits-all litigation that has become prevalent in today’s courtrooms. His eye as an investigator and his skills in the courtroom create an environment that allows him to solve your most difficult legal issue.Ryan Schultz is a member of the prestigious Family Law Council for the State Bar Association and is also a member of the Alimony Committee for the North Carolina Bar Association. Inclusion on the Family Law Council is by invitation only.Ryan is a member of the New Hanover County Bar Association, North Carolina State Bar Association and the Trial Lawyers of America. He is also an active member of the Cape Fear Chapter of the Surfrider Foundation and is a volunteer at the Cape Fear Literacy Council and for the 4ALL Statewide Ask a Lawyer Program.

Practices Areas

Business

Family

Language

English

Contact

1131 Military Cutoff Rd Ste BWilmington, NC, 28405-47111131 Military Cutoff Rd Ste BWilmington, NC, 28405-4711

Office: N/A

Website: N/A

Reviews

Ally
August 16, 2018

It has taken me a while to get my thoughts on how best to write a review for a situation that was less than pleasant. I consulted with a couple of attorneys in the summer of 2016, when divorce reared its ugly head into my life. I instantly felt comfortable with Ryan. He was down to earth, and seemed to “understand” where I was coming from. I know that attorneys do try to “sell” their services by agreeing with you and telling you that they will be the best and get you everything you want in a divorce situation, but this simply isn’t true. Ryan didn’t over promise. The very first consultation, he told me what he thought about my situation, and didn’t promise me the world. He was up front and honest. I know most people do not think of the words honesty and attorneys/lawyers in the same sentence, but he didn’t try to sell himself to me. I appreciated this. I was in a weird state at the time, and definitely didn’t need to hear things that weren’t true (honestly, I had enough of that in my marriage). Anyway, he explained everything every step of the way. He never told me that I was calling or emailing too much, and trust me when I say, I emailed a lot. I emailed him a whole 10 page document of the situation and the past, and why I think things happened in my divorce the way they did. This information was probably not relevant to the “case”, but it was most definitely relevant to my life, and I felt like my attorney needed to know the whole story. He never once told me that I was giving him too much information, or to send it to his staff. I never felt like I was bothering him too much, and when I called “freaking” out about something that I received in the mail, he never once told me that I was over reacting or it was something I shouldn’t worry about. When it comes to my kids, there is always worry, and he understood that. His staff is amazing and very easy to contact either through email or phone. In the court room Ryan fought for me. We got the best possible outcome for my situation. I am thankful to him as I am not sure had I chosen a different attorney that they would have understood me as well, or understood what I was looking for in the outcome. I am not sure the outcome would have been in my favor, had I chosen someone else. He knew my situation and my story in and out. My divorce is final and custody is final and equitable distribution is final, but in most custody cases, it is never FINAL. I am sure that my ex will file for more custody/visitation, and I will have to go back to court, and even though this chapter of my life is over, I know that Ryan will be there if I need him in the future.

anonymous
May 4, 2017

Ryan Schultz is an amazing attorney that fought for justice for my daughter and me. He is incredibly knowledgeable, caring, and believes in his clients. Ryan was able to prove the unjust acts that were committed against me. Ryan was victorious in getting previous legal documents set aside.

anonymous
September 16, 2015

Within the first 10 minutes of my initial consultation with Mr. Schultz I knew he was the best of the top family law attorneys. I am Confident that he has my best interest at heart!

anonymous
March 16, 2015

Attorney Ryan Schultz represented me in a legal matter that came about from a legal separation dispute. My first contact with Mr. Schultz revealed a compassionate man. When you are going through something that has been ongoing for over 2 years and the stress level is already at a peak, compassion goes a long way. More importantly, Mr. Schultz learned the legal aspects of my case inside and out. A part of me was able to relax knowing that someone was looking out for my legal rights. Mr. Schultz was able to stand strong and see my case through to a very favorable outcome. When you hire an attorney, you want someone with not only compassion but tenacity and excellent legal skills. With Mr. Schultz, you get them all. I am very thankful to him.

Ally
August 16, 2018

It has taken me a while to get my thoughts on how best to write a review for a situation that was less than pleasant. I consulted with a couple of attorneys in the summer of 2016, when divorce reared its ugly head into my life. I instantly felt comfortable with Ryan. He was down to earth, and seemed to “understand” where I was coming from. I know that attorneys do try to “sell” their services by agreeing with you and telling you that they will be the best and get you everything you want in a divorce situation, but this simply isn’t true. Ryan didn’t over promise. The very first consultation, he told me what he thought about my situation, and didn’t promise me the world. He was up front and honest. I know most people do not think of the words honesty and attorneys/lawyers in the same sentence, but he didn’t try to sell himself to me. I appreciated this. I was in a weird state at the time, and definitely didn’t need to hear things that weren’t true (honestly, I had enough of that in my marriage). Anyway, he explained everything every step of the way. He never told me that I was calling or emailing too much, and trust me when I say, I emailed a lot. I emailed him a whole 10 page document of the situation and the past, and why I think things happened in my divorce the way they did. This information was probably not relevant to the “case”, but it was most definitely relevant to my life, and I felt like my attorney needed to know the whole story. He never once told me that I was giving him too much information, or to send it to his staff. I never felt like I was bothering him too much, and when I called “freaking” out about something that I received in the mail, he never once told me that I was over reacting or it was something I shouldn’t worry about. When it comes to my kids, there is always worry, and he understood that. His staff is amazing and very easy to contact either through email or phone. In the court room Ryan fought for me. We got the best possible outcome for my situation. I am thankful to him as I am not sure had I chosen a different attorney that they would have understood me as well, or understood what I was looking for in the outcome. I am not sure the outcome would have been in my favor, had I chosen someone else. He knew my situation and my story in and out. My divorce is final and custody is final and equitable distribution is final, but in most custody cases, it is never FINAL. I am sure that my ex will file for more custody/visitation, and I will have to go back to court, and even though this chapter of my life is over, I know that Ryan will be there if I need him in the future.

anonymous
May 4, 2017

Ryan Schultz is an amazing attorney that fought for justice for my daughter and me. He is incredibly knowledgeable, caring, and believes in his clients. Ryan was able to prove the unjust acts that were committed against me. Ryan was victorious in getting previous legal documents set aside.

anonymous
September 16, 2015

Within the first 10 minutes of my initial consultation with Mr. Schultz I knew he was the best of the top family law attorneys. I am Confident that he has my best interest at heart!

anonymous
March 16, 2015

Attorney Ryan Schultz represented me in a legal matter that came about from a legal separation dispute. My first contact with Mr. Schultz revealed a compassionate man. When you are going through something that has been ongoing for over 2 years and the stress level is already at a peak, compassion goes a long way. More importantly, Mr. Schultz learned the legal aspects of my case inside and out. A part of me was able to relax knowing that someone was looking out for my legal rights. Mr. Schultz was able to stand strong and see my case through to a very favorable outcome. When you hire an attorney, you want someone with not only compassion but tenacity and excellent legal skills. With Mr. Schultz, you get them all. I am very thankful to him.

Ally
August 16, 2018

It has taken me a while to get my thoughts on how best to write a review for a situation that was less than pleasant. I consulted with a couple of attorneys in the summer of 2016, when divorce reared its ugly head into my life. I instantly felt comfortable with Ryan. He was down to earth, and seemed to “understand” where I was coming from. I know that attorneys do try to “sell” their services by agreeing with you and telling you that they will be the best and get you everything you want in a divorce situation, but this simply isn’t true. Ryan didn’t over promise. The very first consultation, he told me what he thought about my situation, and didn’t promise me the world. He was up front and honest. I know most people do not think of the words honesty and attorneys/lawyers in the same sentence, but he didn’t try to sell himself to me. I appreciated this. I was in a weird state at the time, and definitely didn’t need to hear things that weren’t true (honestly, I had enough of that in my marriage). Anyway, he explained everything every step of the way. He never told me that I was calling or emailing too much, and trust me when I say, I emailed a lot. I emailed him a whole 10 page document of the situation and the past, and why I think things happened in my divorce the way they did. This information was probably not relevant to the “case”, but it was most definitely relevant to my life, and I felt like my attorney needed to know the whole story. He never once told me that I was giving him too much information, or to send it to his staff. I never felt like I was bothering him too much, and when I called “freaking” out about something that I received in the mail, he never once told me that I was over reacting or it was something I shouldn’t worry about. When it comes to my kids, there is always worry, and he understood that. His staff is amazing and very easy to contact either through email or phone. In the court room Ryan fought for me. We got the best possible outcome for my situation. I am thankful to him as I am not sure had I chosen a different attorney that they would have understood me as well, or understood what I was looking for in the outcome. I am not sure the outcome would have been in my favor, had I chosen someone else. He knew my situation and my story in and out. My divorce is final and custody is final and equitable distribution is final, but in most custody cases, it is never FINAL. I am sure that my ex will file for more custody/visitation, and I will have to go back to court, and even though this chapter of my life is over, I know that Ryan will be there if I need him in the future.

anonymous
May 4, 2017

Ryan Schultz is an amazing attorney that fought for justice for my daughter and me. He is incredibly knowledgeable, caring, and believes in his clients. Ryan was able to prove the unjust acts that were committed against me. Ryan was victorious in getting previous legal documents set aside.

anonymous
September 16, 2015

Within the first 10 minutes of my initial consultation with Mr. Schultz I knew he was the best of the top family law attorneys. I am Confident that he has my best interest at heart!

anonymous
March 16, 2015

Attorney Ryan Schultz represented me in a legal matter that came about from a legal separation dispute. My first contact with Mr. Schultz revealed a compassionate man. When you are going through something that has been ongoing for over 2 years and the stress level is already at a peak, compassion goes a long way. More importantly, Mr. Schultz learned the legal aspects of my case inside and out. A part of me was able to relax knowing that someone was looking out for my legal rights. Mr. Schultz was able to stand strong and see my case through to a very favorable outcome. When you hire an attorney, you want someone with not only compassion but tenacity and excellent legal skills. With Mr. Schultz, you get them all. I am very thankful to him.