Ronald K. Mullin - Concord, CA
Attorney at Mullin Law Firm
Elder Law & Estate Planning Lawyers in Concord, CA
1355 Willow Way Suite 110 Concord, CA 94520
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48
Years
Experience
Concord Elder Law & Estate Planning Lawyer
Updated: 02/28/2026
Areas of Practice
- Elder Law & Estate Planning
- Estate Planning
- Conservatorships/Guardianships
- Probate & Trust Estate Administration
- Trusts
- Wills
- Power of Attorney
- Elder Law
- Mediation
Attorney Information
Overview
RONALD MULLIN (SBN 84231)
Attorney and Mediator
Contra Costa County, California
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Ronald Mullin is a distinguished attorney and mediator with 47 years of legal practice in Contra Costa County, specializing in Estate Planning, Estate Administration, and Trust Administration. With nearly two decades of mediation experience, he has established himself as one of the region's most respected neutrals, receiving the prestigious Anne Meline Mediator of the Year Award (2023) from the Third District Court of Appeal Appellate Mediation Program.
EDUCATION
McGeorge School of Law, Sacramento, California
Juris Doctor, 1978
St. Mary's College, Moraga, California
Bachelor of Arts in Political Science, 1971
MEDIATION PRACTICE
Principal Mediator | Concord, California | 2004 - Present
Mr. Mullin has maintained an active mediation practice for over twenty years, handling complex disputes across multiple practice areas including:
- Estate and Trust disputes, including Will and Trust contests
- Probate and Conservatorship matters
- Business transactions and commercial disputes
- Contract disputes
Professional Mediation Training
- 55 hours of professional mediator training with Steven Rosenberg
- 40 hours of specialized business mediation training with Ron Kelly
- 60 hours of advanced training with Dana Curtis, recognized by the Los Angeles Daily Journal as one of California's "Top 50" neutrals
- Foundational training through Contra Costa County Conflict Resolution Panels
- Member of Alternate Mediation Dispute Resolution – Contra Costa County
- Member of Alternate Mediation Dispute Resolution – Alameda County
AWARDS AND RECOGNITION
Anne Meline Mediator of the Year Award (2023)
Third District Court of Appeal Appellate Mediation Program
LEGAL PRACTICE
Solo Practitioner | Contra Costa County | 1978 - Present
Comprehensive legal practice focusing on:
- Estate Planning
- Estate Administration
- Trust Administration
- Court-appointed representation of conservatees
- Guardian ad litem services for incapacitated persons
PROFESSIONAL LEADERSHIP AND SERVICE
Bar Association Leadership
- Former President, Contra Costa County Bar Association
- Founder and Former Chair, Alternative Dispute Resolution Section, Contra Costa County Bar Association
- Former Member, Alternative Dispute Resolution Committee (liaison with Contra Costa County Superior Court for ADR program implementation and oversight)
Court Appointments
- Appointed Mediator, Third District Court of Appeal - Sacramento
- Appointed Mediator, First District Court of Appeal – San Francisco
- Frequent Court Appointee for conservatee representation and guardian ad litem services
Community Leadership
- President and General Counsel, Hospice of the East Bay
- Board of Directors, John Muir Health
PROFESSIONAL PRESENTATIONS AND PUBLICATIONS
Speaking Engagements
- Frequent Presenter, Contra Costa Bar Association "MCLE Spectacular" (Mediation)
- Regular Speaker on mediation and alternative dispute resolution topics
Publications
- Contributing Author, Contra Costa Lawyer (Elder Law and Mediation articles)
- Published Articles on mediation best practices and elder law issues
PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
- Contra Costa County Bar Association
- American Bar Association
- State Bar of California
- Third District Court of Appeal Appellate Mediation Program
Licensed to practice law in California since 1978
Awards and Honors
Other Sources of Feedback About Ronald K. Mullin
Included on the 2026 Northern California Super Lawyers list
Past Lists
- 2025 Northern California Super Lawyers list
- 2024 Northern California Super Lawyers list
- 2023 Northern California Super Lawyers list
- 2022 Northern California Super Lawyers list
- 2021 Northern California Super Lawyers list
- 2020 Northern California Super Lawyers list
- 2019 Northern California Super Lawyers list
- 2018 Northern California Super Lawyers list
- 2017 Northern California Super Lawyers list
- 2016 Northern California Super Lawyers list
- 2015 Northern California Super Lawyers list
- 2014 Northern California Super Lawyers list
- 2013 Northern California Super Lawyers list
- 2012 Northern California Super Lawyers list
- 2011 Northern California Super Lawyers list
- 2010 Northern California Super Lawyers list
- 2009 Northern California Super Lawyers list
Education
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Legal Education
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McGeorge School of Law, University of the Pacific,
Sacramento,
California, 1978
J.D.
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McGeorge School of Law, University of the Pacific,
Sacramento,
California, 1978
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Non Legal Education
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St. Mary's College,
Moraga,
California, 1971
B.A.
Major: Political Science
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St. Mary's College,
Moraga,
California, 1971
Classes and Seminars
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Alternative Dispute Resolution, Chapman University, 2005
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Mediation - Ethical Issues, Contra Costa County Bar Association, 2005
- Mediation - Self- Represented Litigants, Contra Costa County Bar Association, 2022 - Present
Published Works
Articles
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Concord Transcript (2005 -2010), Contra Costa Times Weeklies, Paid Columnist
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Elder Law, Contra Costa Lawyer, June, 2004
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Resolution of High Conflict Disputes, Contra Costa Lawyer, September, 2015
Bar Admissions
- California, 1978
- U.S. District Court Northern District of California, 1979
Other Affiliations
- Contra Costa County Bar Association, 1979 - 1989 (Board of Directors)
- American Bar Association
- National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys
- Concord Rotary, 1981 - January 1, 2021 (President)
- John Muir Health, 2004 - 2013 (Board of Directors)
- Concord City Council, 1982 - 1991 (Member)
- Contra Costa Mayor's Conference, 1987 (Chair)
Reviews
Customer Reviews for Ronald K. Mullin
Highlights
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5.0 Quality of Service
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5.0 Professional Competence
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Verified ClientHired Attorney 2024-2025From my first interaction with Ron Mullin, it was clear that I was working with an attorney of exceptional competence, professionalism, and integrity. Navigating a probate case can be emotionally and legally complex, but Mr. Mullin made the process remarkably smooth and manageable from beginning to end. What I anticipated would be a prolonged and difficult ordeal was instead handled with remarkable efficiency and clarity, thanks entirely to Mr. Mullin’s expertise. His calm and confident presence immediately instilled trust, and his depth of knowledge in probate law was evident at every stage of the process. Mr. Mullin consistently took the time to explain legal matters in a way that was easy to understand, ensuring I was informed and comfortable with each decision being made. He never rushed through discussions, and I always felt that my questions were welcomed and answered with both patience and precision. Beyond his legal skills, what stood out most was his genuine sense of fairness and commitment to doing what was right—not just what was expedient. I felt supported and respected throughout a difficult chapter, and I’m deeply grateful for the care he brought to this experience. For anyone facing the uncertainties of probate and unsure whom to trust with such important matters, I can offer my wholehearted recommendation: Ron Mullin is the attorney you want on your side.
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Hired Attorney 2020-2022Mullin Law firm provides exceptional service, they are professional, knowledgeable and friendly, I highly recommend Mullin Law firm.
Contact
1355 Willow Way
Suite 110
Concord, CA 94520
Phone: 925-852-6014
Fax: 925-848-2350 (FAX)
Email: Send a message
Hours: 8:00 - 12:00, 1:00 - 5:00 p.m.
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