About Ronald Richard

Ronald Richard Haven is an attorney specializing in personal injury and products liability law. He is a key member of Shepard & Haven LLP, a law firm located in Sacramento, California. Established in 1982 by Ronald R. Haven and Kenneth B — Shepard, the firm is known for handling many civil litigation cases. These include automobile collisions, trucking incidents, spinal injuries, amputations, traumatic brain injuries, and wrongful death claims. The firm’s commitment to its clients has made it a cornerstone of the Sacramento legal community. Mr. Haven earned his Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of California, Davis, in 1971.

This foundational education laid the groundwork for his legal career. He then pursued his Juris Doctor at the University of the Pacific, McGeorge School of Law, graduating in 1974. Shortly after, he was admitted to the State Bar of California in the same year. His legal journey continued as he gained admission to the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of California in 1975, followed by the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California in 1984. In 1985, he achieved the significant milestone of being admitted to the U.S. Supreme Court.

Throughout his career, Mr. Haven has actively participated in various professional organizations. He is a member of the Northern California Association of Defense Counsel and the Defense Research Institute. These affiliations reflect his commitment to staying informed about developments in the legal field. Additionally, he has served as an arbitrator and judge pro tem for the Sacramento County Superior Court. His experience extends to serving as a judge pro tem for both the Placer County and El Dorado County Superior Courts. These roles have enriched his understanding of the judicial process and allowed him to contribute meaningfully to the legal community. In his practice, Mr.

Haven focuses on complex cases involving toxic exposure, products liability, professional liability, construction accident litigation, and wrongful termination and sexual harassment. His experience equips him to handle the details of these challenging legal matters effectively. Clients benefit from his thorough approach and strategic thinking, which are essential in achieving favorable outcomes. Mr. Haven's dedication to his clients and the legal profession is evident in his active participation in various legal associations and his courtroom experience. His contributions to personal injury and products liability law have established him as a respected figure in the Sacramento legal community. For more information about Mr. Haven and his practice, you can visit the Shepard & Haven LLP website.

Education

University of California - Davis

Undergraduate Degree

University of the Pacific, McGeorge School of Law

J.D. (1974)

Accepted Jurisdictions

California

Court Admissions

U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of California U.S. District Court · Admitted 1975
U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California U.S. District Court · Admitted 1984
U.S. Supreme Court U.S. Supreme Court · Admitted 1985

Types of Cases Handled

toxic exposure products liability professional liability construction accident litigation wrongful termination and sexual harassment

Legal Services Scope

Arbitrator Judge pro tem

Professional Associations

Northern California Association of Defense Counsel

has membership Current

Defense Research Institute

has membership Current

SACRAMENTO COUNTY SUPERIOR COURT

Arbitrator and Judge Pro Team Current

AMERICAN BOARD OF TRIAL ADVOCATES PLACER COUNTY SUPERIOR COURT

Judge Pro-Team Current

EL DORADO COUNTY SUPERIOR COURT

Judge Pro-Team Current

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