Ross Lynn Burningham, Business Attorney in San Diego, California
Over 31 years of legal practice · focused on Business, General, and Health Care
PartneratDLA Piper LLP (US)
San Diego, CA
Practicing business in San Diego since 1995.
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Ross Lynn Burningham is a partner based in San Diego, CA. The practice focuses on Business, General, and Health Care. Ross has over 31 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at DLA Piper LLP (US).
- Based in
- San Diego, CA
- Experience
- over 31 years
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- Business · General · Health Care
- Handles Business, General, and Health Care matters from San Diego, CA.
- Over 31 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Ross Lynn Burningham: Ross Lynn Burningham is a partner based in San Diego, CA. The practice focuses on Business, General, and Health Care. Ross has over 31 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at DLA Piper LLP (US).
Areas of practice
Legal matters Ross takes on
Ross concentrates on business, general, health care, and m&a. Each area below outlines the kind of case Ross handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
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Health Care
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M&A
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Business cases in San Diego, California
Ross 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 Ross agrees to represent you.
General cases in San Diego, California
Ross takes general 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 Ross agrees to represent you.
Health Care cases in San Diego, California
Ross takes health care 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 Ross agrees to represent you.
M&A cases in San Diego, California
Ross takes m&a 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 Ross agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Ross Lynn Burningham — business lawyer in San Diego
Ross Lynn Burningham is a partner based in San Diego, CA. The practice focuses on Business, General, and Health Care. Ross has over 31 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at DLA Piper LLP (US).
Ross Lynn Burningham is a lawyer practicing mergers & acquisitions, capital markets, corporate and 4 other areas of law. Ross received a B.S. degree from Brigham Young University in 1992, and has been licensed for 31 years. Ross practices at DLA Piper LLP (US) in San Diego, CA.
Working with Ross on a business matter
Ross Lynn Burningham is a lawyer practicing mergers & acquisitions, capital markets, corporate and 4 other areas of law. Ross received a B.S. degree from Brigham Young University in 1992, and has been licensed for 31 years. Ross practices at DLA Piper LLP (US) in San Diego, CA.
Who Ross represents
Ross reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, general, and health care matters in San Diego and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Brigham Young University Law School
J.D. · 1995
Brigham Young University
B.S. Accounting · 1992
Jurisdictions
Ross's state bar admissions
California
1995 · ACTIVE
Ross studied at J.D. in Brigham Young University Law School and B.S. Accounting in Brigham Young University.
Law school and academic background
Ross completed J.D. in Brigham Young University Law School and B.S. Accounting in Brigham Young University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Ross runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Ross Lynn Burningham's office in San Diego
Ross's primary office is at 4365 Executive Dr., Ste. 1100, San Diego, CA, 92121-2133. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
DLA Piper LLP (US)
4365 Executive Dr., Ste. 1100
San Diego, CA 92121-2133
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How to hire Ross Lynn Burningham — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Ross usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Ross charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Ross'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; Ross will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a business attorney in San Diego, California
A short list to run through before you commit: How many business 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 Ross
Ross discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in business practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every business 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. Ross confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Ross's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many business practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Ross Lynn Burningham
How much does it cost to hire Ross for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Ross walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Ross offer a free consultation?
Ross charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Ross's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Ross's current terms during booking.
How long do business cases in California typically take?
Simple business 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. Ross gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Ross take my case if I'm outside San Diego?
Ross 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 — Ross 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 Ross?
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. Ross will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Ross accepting new business clients right now?
Ross's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Business attorneys serving San Diego, Los Angeles and San Francisco in California
Ross handles business matters throughout California. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified business 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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