Ronald Bertrand Coulombe, ADR Attorney in San Diego, California
Over 47 years of legal practice · focused on ADR, Appellate, and Business · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
MemberatThe Coulombe Law Firm A Professional Corporation
San Diego, CA
Practicing adr in San Diego since 1979.
- 47+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 5
- Bar admissions
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Ronald Bertrand Coulombe is a member based in San Diego, CA. The practice focuses on ADR, Appellate, and Business. Ronald has over 47 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at The Coulombe Law Firm A Professional Corporation. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- San Diego, CA
- Experience
- over 47 years
- Known for
- ADR · Appellate · Business
- Handles ADR, Appellate, and Business matters from San Diego, CA.
- Over 47 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Ronald Bertrand Coulombe: Ronald Bertrand Coulombe is a member based in San Diego, CA. The practice focuses on ADR, Appellate, and Business. Ronald has over 47 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at The Coulombe Law Firm A Professional Corporation. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Ronald takes on
Ronald concentrates on adr, appellate, business, contracts, and creditor rights. Each area below outlines the kind of case Ronald handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
ADR
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Appellate
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Business
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Contracts
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Creditor Rights
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ADR cases in San Diego, California
Ronald takes adr matters in San Diego, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Ronald agrees to represent you.
Appellate cases in San Diego, California
Ronald takes appellate matters in San Diego, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Ronald agrees to represent you.
Business cases in San Diego, California
Ronald takes business matters in San Diego, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Ronald agrees to represent you.
Contracts cases in San Diego, California
Ronald takes contracts matters in San Diego, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Ronald agrees to represent you.
Creditor Rights cases in San Diego, California
Ronald takes creditor rights matters in San Diego, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Ronald agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Ronald Bertrand Coulombe — adr lawyer in San Diego
Ronald Bertrand Coulombe is a member based in San Diego, CA. The practice focuses on ADR, Appellate, and Business. Ronald has over 47 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at The Coulombe Law Firm A Professional Corporation. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Ronald Bertrand Coulombe is a lawyer practicing alternative dispute resolution, appellate practice, business law and 8 other areas of law. Ronald received a B.A. degree from California State University, Long Beach in 1972, and has been licensed for 47 years. Ronald practices at The Coulombe Law Firm A Professional Corporation in San Diego, CA.
Working with Ronald on a adr matter
Ronald Bertrand Coulombe is a lawyer practicing alternative dispute resolution, appellate practice, business law and 8 other areas of law. Ronald received a B.A. degree from California State University, Long Beach in 1972, and has been licensed for 47 years. Ronald practices at The Coulombe Law Firm A Professional Corporation in San Diego, CA.
Who Ronald represents
Ronald reviews new inquiries case-by-case for adr, appellate, and business matters in San Diego and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Loyola University School of Law
J.D. · 1979
California State University, Long Beach
B.A. California · 1972
Jurisdictions
Ronald's state bar admissions
U.S. Supreme Court
1993 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
1987 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
1985 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
1981 · ACTIVE
California
1979 · ACTIVE
Ronald studied at J.D. in Loyola University School of Law and B.A. California in California State University, Long Beach.
Law school and academic background
Ronald completed J.D. in Loyola University School of Law and B.A. California in California State University, Long Beach. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Ronald runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Ronald has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Affiliations
Ronald's professional memberships and bar associations
Los Angeles County, Orange County and American Bar Associations State Bar of California
membership
Locations
Ronald Bertrand Coulombe's office in San Diego
Ronald's primary office is at 12636 High Bluff Drive, Suite 400, San Diego, CA, 92130. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
The Coulombe Law Firm A Professional Corporation
12636 High Bluff Drive, Suite 400
San Diego, CA 92130
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Client reviews of Ronald Bertrand Coulombe — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
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How to hire Ronald Bertrand Coulombe — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new adr attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Ronald usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Ronald charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Ronald's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Ronald will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a adr attorney in San Diego, California
A short list to run through before you commit: How many adr matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Ronald
Ronald discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in adr practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every adr matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Ronald confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Ronald's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many adr practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Ronald Bertrand Coulombe
How much does it cost to hire Ronald for a adr case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Ronald walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Ronald offer a free consultation?
Ronald charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Ronald's office. Some adr attorneys offer free consults — check Ronald's current terms during booking.
How long do adr cases in California typically take?
Simple adr matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Ronald gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Ronald take my case if I'm outside San Diego?
Ronald is licensed in California. Matters governed by California law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Ronald will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Ronald?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Ronald will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Ronald accepting new adr clients right now?
Ronald's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
ADR attorneys serving San Diego, Los Angeles and San Francisco in California
Ronald handles adr matters throughout California. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified adr attorneys in that community.
- San Diego16,903 attorneys
- Los Angeles39,975 attorneys
- San Francisco26,380 attorneys
- Sacramento10,561 attorneys
- Irvine6,831 attorneys
- Oakland5,709 attorneys
- San Jose5,009 attorneys
- Palo Alto4,084 attorneys
- Beverly Hills3,348 attorneys
- Newport Beach3,106 attorneys
- Pasadena2,894 attorneys
- Santa Monica2,756 attorneys
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