Atty. Charles Ryan Germany

Atty. Charles Ryan Germany

Ryan Germany is a partner in the firm’s Atlanta office, where he leads the Political and Election Law Group. Prior to joining Gilbert Harrell, Ryan served as general counsel to the Georgia Secretary of State, where he guided the office through some of the most fiercely contested and heavily litigated elections in the state’s history.

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Profile Summary

About Charles Ryan Germany at a glance

Charles Ryan Germany is a Partner based in Brunswick, Georgia, practicing at Gilbert, Harrell, Sumerford & Martin, P.C.. They have 17+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2009. Their practice focuses on business, product liability, litigation, government, and health care. Admitted to practice in Alabama (2009) and Georgia (2015). Educated at Washington & Lee University (J.D., 2009) and University of Georgia (A.B., 2006). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Serands clients in Brunswick, GA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Ryan Germany is a partner in the firm’s Atlanta office, where he leads the Political and Election Law Group
  • Prior to joining Gilbert Harrell, Ryan served as general counsel to the Georgia Secretary of State, where he guided the office through some of the most fiercely contested and heavily litigated elections in the state’s history
  • Ryan’s practice includes all aspects of government and regulatory law, particularly election law, government investigations, and state regulatory enforcement actions
  • He is also experienced in complex commercial disputes
  • He advises businesses, elected officials, candidates, state and local governments, independent and candidate committees, and non-profit organizations on all aspects of election and campaign finance law
  • He also advises businesses and non-profit organizations in regulatory and compliance matters
  • Ryan previously served as the Assistant Commissioner of Securities for the State of Georgia
  • In that role, he oversaw the state’s regulation of the securities and charities industries, including investigations and enforcement actions under the Georgia Uniform Securities Act and Georgia Charitable Solicitations Act
  • He has advised clients involved in Congressional oversight investigations and Department of Justice inquiries, as well as other government enforcement actions
  • Ryan was a finalist for the Fulton County Daily Report Attorney of the Year in 2021 and has been named one of Georgia’s Most Influential Attorneys by James Magazine
  • He has also been named a Super Lawyers Rising Star in commercial litigation
  • He is a member of The Federalist Society, where he serves on the Executive Board of the Atlanta Lawyer’s Chapter, and a member of the American Enterprise Institute’s Leadership Network
  • Ryan graduated cum laude from Washington & Lee University School of Law, where he served on the Executive Committee of the Student Body and currently serves on the Law Council
  • He received his undergraduate degrees, magna cum laude, from the University of Georgia

Practice Areas Explained

Charles Ryan Germany's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Charles Ryan Germany handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

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Product Liability

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Civil Litigation

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Government & Administrative Law

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Health Care Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Georgia

Practicing law in Georgia. Legal matters in Georgia are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Brunswick are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Georgia state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Georgia brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Georgia courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Charles Ryan Germany

Where is Charles Ryan Germany's law office located?
Charles Ryan Germany's law practice is located in Brunswick, Georgia. The firm is Gilbert, Harrell, Sumerford & Martin, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Charles Ryan Germany handle?
Charles Ryan Germany focuses on business, product liability, litigation, government, health care. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Georgia.
How long has Charles Ryan Germany practiced law?
Charles Ryan Germany has 17+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2009.
Where did Charles Ryan Germany go to law school?
Charles Ryan Germany earned their education at (J.D., 2009); (A.B., 2006).
How can I contact Charles Ryan Germany for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Charles Ryan Germany received?
Charles Ryan Germany's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
Washington & Lee University
- 2009
A.B.
University of Georgia
- 2006

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Alabama
Admitted: 2009
Georgia
Admitted: 2015

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