Ryan M. Albaugh

Ryan M. Albaugh, Esq., is a Florida attorney at Albaugh Law Firm who handles criminal defense law, family law, bankruptcy, foreclosure defense, and personal injury matters. He has practiced law since 1999 and has handled thousands of cases, including more than 50 jury trials. His background includes work as a criminal prosecutor and private trial attorney. He uses that experience to evaluate disputes, prepare cases, negotiate resolutions, and advocate for clients during court proceedings and trials.

Ryan earned his B.B.A. in Finance, with Honors, from the University of Iowa in 1996. He received his J.D., with Distinction, from Golden Gate University School of Law in 1999. He was admitted to the California Bar in 1999 and the Florida Bar in 2005. His finance education supports his work in bankruptcy and foreclosure matters, while his legal training provides a foundation for litigation and client advocacy in court.

Ryan previously prosecuted criminal matters ranging from misdemeanors to serious felonies, giving him insight into how the State Attorney develops and pursues cases. He applies that perspective when defending clients against criminal charges. In family law matters, he uses negotiation skills to seek practical resolutions while remaining prepared for trial when settlement is not possible. His broader litigation experience also informs his work involving financial and injury-related disputes in litigation.

Ryan M. Albaugh has been named among the Top 100 Trial Lawyers and received a Criminal Law Award for Academic Excellence. He has also served on a law review, moot court board, and mock trial team. He belongs to the Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers and the Saint Johns County Bar Association. His experience across prosecution, defense, finance, and trial work supports focused representation for clients facing significant legal problems.

Law Office Affiliations

• Attorney, Albaugh Law Firm
• Member, Florida State Bar
• Member, California State Bar
• Member, Iowa State Bar
• Member, Saint Johns County Bar Association
• Member, Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Licensed State

• Florida
• California
• Iowa

Education

• Golden Gate University School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• University of Iowa
  Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA)