Richard D. Ackerman, Attorney at Law

(951) 999-3130: 4129 Main Street, Riverside CA 92501

Attorney at Law

Trials, Writs & Appeals, Civil Rights



 

Practice Areas:

  • Complex Business Disputes and Trials
  • Bankruptcy (Consumer & Small Business Only)
  • Partnership Formation, Litigation and Dissolution
  • Corporate Formation, Compliance, Litigation & Dissolution
  • Civil Rights - Defense of the Disadvantaged
  • Writs & Appeals (Civil & Constitutional Rights)
  • Civil Trials With Advance Notice
  • Legislation, Policy Analysis, Strategy
  • Education Law (Families & Staff Only)
  • Legislative & Public Policy Strategies
  • Grassroots Organization and Litigation

 

Mr. Ackerman defends basic civil rights, enjoys business trials, and loves civil writs & appeals.  More particularly, he is known locally as the "Due Process Guy."

 

It has been said, "He may not always win, but the other side will be bloodied in the process."  He is known for his willingness to battle with instutional defendants, defense of the oppressed and poor, personal intensity, cross-examination skills, and ability to recall minute case details.

 

We care deeply about the protection of basic human rights, justice as an equally accessible institution, and in the preservation of First Amendment and Due Process protections.

 

We do not discriminate in the handling of particular cases, but feel that our passion for a case should be used as a barometer for whether or not we should represent you or your cause before the Court.



 

Memberships & Awards:

  • California State Bar
  • U.S. Tax Court
  • U.S. Supreme Court
  • U.S. Court of Appeals (9th Circuit)
  • U.S. District Court (Central, Southern, Eastern)
  • Riverside County Bar Association (Board Member & MCLE Chair)

        

 

Award Name Granting Organization Date
Wiley W. Manuel Award for Pro Bono Service State Bar of California 2011
Certificate of Appreciation (Judge Pro Tem)

Riverside County Superior Court

2010
Champion of Virtue Award Corona Life Services 2009
Wiley W. Manuel Award State Bar of California 2009
"Attorney of the Year" Professional Excellence Award 2009 Southwest Riverside County Bar Association 2009
Wiley W. Manuel Award State Bar of California & Public Service Law Corp 2008
Certificate of Appreciation (Judge Pro Tem Service) Riverside County Superior Court 2008
Certificate of Appreciation (Judge Pro Tem Service) Riverside County Superior Court 2007
John R. Parker Award (Civil Rights) Pacific Justice Institute 2007
Certificate of Gratitude (Legal Oversight) Corona Life Services 2007
National Leadership Award National Republican Congressional Committee 2006
Commendation for Mock Trial Participation Constitutional Rights Foundation 2005
Congressional Order of Merit National Republican Congressional Committee 2005
Certificate of Appreciation for Work on Bond Committee Murrieta Valley Unified School District 2005
Beverly Clark Civil Rights Award California Republican Assembly (North County SD) 2002
Malachi Award (Defense of Life Award) Operation Rescue West 2002
Letter of Appreciation for Expert Panel Participation (AB1338) California Assembly (Koretz-D) 2001
Who's Who Among American Teachers (by Valedictorian Nomination)   2000
Adjunct Faculty Award Santiago Canyon College 2000
American Jurisprudence Award (Family Law)   1993
Moot Court (3rd Place Team) Ferguson Moot Court Competition (WSU) 1993
American Jurisprudence Award (Legal Writing 2)   1992
Dean's Honor List Rancho Santiago College 1991
American Jurisprudence Award (Torts)   1991
American Jurisprudence Award (Legal Writing)   1991
Excellence in Journalism Santa Ana College Journalism Department 1989
El Don Outstanding Artist Santa Ana College Journalism Department 1989
"All American" Award for Journalism American Collegiate Press 1988