Atty. David Anthony Ryan
David Anthony Ryan is a lawyer practicing labor and employment, immigration, education law. David received a B.A. degree from Yale University in 1986, and has been licensed for 37 years.
Education Law & More Attorney · Serving New Haven, CT · 37+ Years Experience
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About David Anthony Ryan at a Glance
David Anthony Ryan is a Member based in New Haven, Connecticut, practicing at Ryan & Ryan, LLC. They have 37+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1989. Their practice focuses on employment, immigration, and education. Admitted to practice in Connecticut (1989), New York (1990), U.S. District Court, District of Connecticut (1990), and U.S. Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit (1998). Educated at Hofstra University School of Law (J.D., 1989) and Yale University (B.A., 1986). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Connecticut and American Bar Associations. Serves clients in New Haven, CT and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About David Anthony Ryan
- David Anthony Ryan is a lawyer practicing labor and employment, immigration, education law
- David received a B.A. degree from Yale University in 1986, and has been licensed for 37 years
- David practices at Ryan & Ryan, LLC in New Haven, CT
Practice Areas Explained
David Anthony Ryan's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David Anthony Ryan handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in New Haven.
Employment Law in New Haven
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
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Immigration Law in New Haven
Immigration attorneys help with green cards, visas, citizenship, asylum, and deportation defense. Find a verified immigration lawyer for your case.
David Anthony Ryan is one of 40,259 immigration attorneys indexed nationally. Browse immigration attorneys in Connecticut →
Education Law in New Haven
Education attorneys for special education (IEP), school discipline, Title IX, and student rights.
David Anthony Ryan is one of 23,864 education attorneys indexed nationally. Browse education attorneys in Connecticut →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in New Haven
Practicing law in Connecticut. Legal matters in Connecticut are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in New Haven are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Connecticut state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Connecticut 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 Connecticut courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
New Haven Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a New Haven-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 New Haven Choose David Anthony 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 David Anthony Ryan's practice in the field of employment, immigration, and education.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
David Anthony Ryan brings 37+ 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 Connecticut, New York, and U.S. District Court, District of Connecticut, David Anthony Ryan can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering employment, immigration, and education, David Anthony Ryan can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in New Haven
A New Haven-based practice means David Anthony 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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Common Legal Issues David Anthony Ryan Handles in New Haven
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters David Anthony Ryan has experience with under Connecticut law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact David Anthony Ryan directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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