Ryan built his practice through resolving complex commercial disputes in various fields, including entertainment, fashion, transportation, and real estate. While still handling trials since the outset of his career, he has created a forte to avoid trial when possible by finding strategic business solutions for corporation, partnership and joint venture dissolutions.
Although referred to as a “pitbull” when defending and protecting government employees from adverse work environments or when handling criminal defense matters, Ryan has a soft approach when catering to his clients as an advocate diligently focused on their goals.
With several dozen successful mediations, over 10 trials and arbitrations, countless percipient witnesses’ depositions, and an array of successful pre-litigation settlements, Ryan is prepared to resolve your matter.
Ryan resides in Hollywood, CA, one block from the Walk of Fame, and enjoys classical music, attending concerts, tropical cruises, and grilling for his family and friends by the pool.
Representative and Reported Matters
Court of Appeal, Second District: Successfully briefed and argued wrongful termination and discrimination case to reverse California Superior Court decision. Renswick v. Los Angeles Unified School District (2013) WL 6143242 (Cal.App. 2 Dist.)
Barber v. County of Riverside: “Not guilty” jury verdict for attempted murder and assault with a deadly weapon on a peace officer.
Successfully obtained dismissal on Federal Rule 16(b) motion for Federal Deposit Insurance Corp. (FDIC) in U.S. Dist. Ct., Northern District of California, 9th Circuit in $3 million commercial real estate dispute following Silicon Valley’s bank failures.
Secured Judgment for Fashion Nova, LLC against Tekashi 69 (a.k.a. 6ix9ine) in Instagram dispute following Kanye West and Nicki Manaj’s “Monster” video shoot for breach of song lyrics contract.
Handled intellectual property disputes for Tupac Shakur, Childish Gambino, and Notorious BIG (a.k.a. Biggie Smalls).
Honors and Affiliations
Member of Central, Eastern, Southern and Northern District Courts of California.
For seven consecutive years, Ryan was recognized as a “Rising Star” of Southern California “Super Lawyer.”
Commissioner of Los Angeles: Vice Chair and former President of Los Angeles City Commission for Café Entertainment and Show licenses.
Business Advisory Council for Los Angeles Unified School District’s Superintendent.
Other Areas of Practice
- Civil Rights
- Labor & Employment
- Outside Corporate Counsel