Ryan focuses his practice on defending clients against general liability and toxic tort claims. He represents clients in a wide range of legal matters, including cases involving premises liability, property damage and motor vehicle accidents. Prior to joining Litchfield Cavo LLP, Ryan practiced law at a defense firm in Buffalo, New York, where he represented insurance industry clients while handling a variety of personal injury claims from inception through resolution. During this time, Ryan developed strong litigation skills and a deeper understanding of the litigation process which he applies to his current defense practice.
While attending University of Dayton School of Law, Ryan served as a law clerk at a plaintiff’s personal injury firm. This experience provided him with valuable insight into the strategies and legal approaches used by opposing counsel—perspective he now draws on to advocate effectively and strategically for his clients across a wide variety of legal matters.
Practices
- Obtained summary judgment for our homeowner’s association (HOA) client in a case wherein an HOA member slipped and fell on ice in their driveway and sustained an injury; the Court agreed that the patch of ice was a natural accumulation and ruled in favor of our client.
- Granted summary judgment for municipality client following a contractor’s fatal electrocution accident; the Circuit Court ruled in favor of our client, dismissing all claims against the municipality with prejudice.
Education
- University of Dayton School of Law, JD, 2023
- Niagara University, BS, Business Management, 2020
Admissions
- Illinois
- New York
Professional Memberships
Languages
- English