Ryan S. Burresch
Associate Attorney | Criminal, Family & Real Property Law
Ryan S. Burresch is an associate attorney at Rich, Fuidge, Bordsen & Galyean practicing in criminal law, family law, and real property law. Before joining the firm in 2024, Mr. Burresch served as a Deputy District Attorney prosecuting criminal cases for the people of California, and later as a criminal defense attorney representing individuals facing the same charges from the other side. Before law, he worked in cattle ranching and the retail industry — the kind of real-world background that helps a trial attorney connect with juries and clients in the rural Yuba-Sutter region.
Practice Focus
Mr. Burresch’s experience on both sides of criminal practice — prosecution and defense — is unusual and meaningful. As a former Deputy District Attorney, he learned how prosecutors build their cases, evaluate evidence, and negotiate plea offers. As a former criminal defense attorney, he learned how to dismantle weak prosecution cases, protect client rights, and obtain favorable resolutions. Today he brings that dual perspective to RFBG’s criminal defense practice.
Beyond criminal law, Mr. Burresch handles family law matters — divorce, custody, support, restraining orders — and real property law issues throughout Yuba and Sutter Counties. The intersection of these practice areas serves clients well: criminal charges often arise in the context of family disputes, and family law matters frequently involve real property division.
Representative Matters
- Criminal defense for misdemeanor and felony charges in Yuba and Sutter County Superior Courts
- DUI and driving-related criminal defense
- Domestic violence and restraining order proceedings
- Drug offenses and possession charges
- Property crimes including theft and burglary
- Family law matters including divorce, custody, support, and restraining orders
- Real property disputes including boundary, easement, and title matters
Background
Prior to law, Mr. Burresch worked in cattle ranching and the retail industry. He completed his Master’s in Legal Studies and his Juris Doctor at Cal Northern School of Law and his bachelor’s degree at California State University, Chico.
Education
- Cal Northern School of Law — Juris Doctor, 2021
- Cal Northern School of Law — Master’s in Legal Studies
- California State University, Chico — Bachelor’s Degree
Activities & Affiliations
- California Bar, Member
- Yuba-Sutter Bar, Member
- Former Deputy District Attorney
- Former Criminal Defense Attorney
Bar Admissions
- California (2021)
Schedule a Consultation with Mr. Burresch
To discuss a criminal defense, family law, or real property law matter with Mr. Burresch, call (530) 742-7371 or request a consultation online. If you have been arrested or charged with a crime, time is critical — contact us as early as possible to give your defense the best chance of success.