Atty. James Patrick Ryan

Atty. James Patrick Ryan

James Patrick Ryan is a lawyer practicing litigation, bankruptcy, environmental law. James Patrick received a B.A. degree from University of Central Florida in 1992, and has been licensed for 29 years.

Arlington Arlington 29 yrs experience 29 year
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Profile Summary

About James Patrick Ryan at a glance

James Patrick Ryan is a bankruptcy, litigation, and environmental attorney based in Arlington, Virginia. They have 29+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1997. Admitted to practice in Florida (1997), Massachusetts (1998), Virginia (1999), and District of Columbia (2005). Educated at University of Miami School of Law (J.D., 1997) and University of Central Florida (B.A., 1992). Active member of The Florida Bar Virginia State Bar American Bar Association. Serands clients in Arlington, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • James Patrick Ryan is a lawyer practicing litigation, bankruptcy, environmental law
  • James Patrick received a B.A. degree from University of Central Florida in 1992, and has been licensed for 29 years
  • James Patrick practices in Arlington, VA

Practice Areas Explained

James Patrick Ryan's Areas of Practice

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

Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

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Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

James Patrick Ryan is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Virginia →

Environmental Law

Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource law.

James Patrick Ryan is one of 56,434 environmental attorneys indexed nationally. Browse environmental attorneys in Virginia →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Virginia

Practicing law in Virginia. Legal matters in Virginia are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Arlington are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Virginia state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Virginia 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 Virginia courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Common questions about James Patrick Ryan

Where is James Patrick Ryan's law office located?
James Patrick Ryan's law practice is located in Arlington, Virginia. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Patrick Ryan handle?
James Patrick Ryan focuses on bankruptcy, litigation, environmental. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Virginia.
How long has James Patrick Ryan practiced law?
James Patrick Ryan has 29+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1997.
Where did James Patrick Ryan go to law school?
James Patrick Ryan earned their education at (J.D., 1997); (B.A., 1992).
How can I contact James Patrick Ryan for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Miami School of Law
- 1997
B.A.
University of Central Florida
- 1992

Bar Admissions

Florida
Admitted: 1997
Massachusetts
Admitted: 1998
Virginia
Admitted: 1999
District of Columbia
Admitted: 2005

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