Atty. Anthony G. Ryan
Anthony G. Ryan is one of a select group of criminal defense attorneys in Florida who are Board Certified in Criminal Trial Law by The Florida Bar.
Assault & More Attorney · Serving Sarasota, FL · 28+ Years Experience
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About Anthony G. Ryan at a Glance
Anthony G. Ryan is a Member based in Sarasota, Florida, practicing at Anthony G. Ryan, P.A.. They have 28+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1998. Their practice focuses on dui/dwi, criminal defense, dv defense, juvenile, and sex crimes. Admitted to practice in Florida (1998), U.S. District Court, Southern District of Florida (2001), and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Florida U.S. District Court, Southern District of Florida (2001). Educated at University of Miami (J.D., 1997) and University of Florida (B.S., 1992). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of Palm Beach County Bar Association The Florida Bar Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. Serves clients in Sarasota, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Anthony G. Ryan
- Anthony G. Ryan is one of a select group of criminal defense attorneys in Florida who are Board Certified in Criminal Trial Law by The Florida Bar
- This certification recognizes his proven expertise in the courtroom and his thorough grasp of Florida’s criminal justice system.Mr
- Ryan has a proven track record of success defending clients in high-stakes cases ranging from DUI and drug charges to serious felonies and complex allegations
- He handles each case personally—never passing it off to an associate—so you always know who’s standing beside you in court.Clients value his direct approach, thorough preparation, and commitment to achieving the best possible outcome
- Whether your case calls for skilled negotiation or aggressive courtroom representation, Attorney Ryan will build a strategy that best fits your circumstances and goals
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Anthony G. Ryan's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Anthony G. Ryan handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Sarasota.
DUI / DWI Defense in Sarasota
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Criminal Defense in Sarasota
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Domestic Violence Defense in Sarasota
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Juvenile Law in Sarasota
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Sex Crimes in Sarasota
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Sarasota
Practicing law in Florida. Legal matters in Florida are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Sarasota are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Florida state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Florida brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Florida courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Sarasota Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Sarasota-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Sarasota Choose Anthony G. Ryan
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Anthony G. Ryan's practice in the field of dui/dwi, criminal defense, dv defense, juvenile, and sex crimes.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Anthony G. Ryan brings 28+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Florida, U.S. District Court, Southern District of Florida, and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Florida U.S. District Court, Southern District of Florida, Anthony G. Ryan can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering dui/dwi, criminal defense, and dv defense, Anthony G. Ryan can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Sarasota
A Sarasota-based practice means Anthony G. Ryan attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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