Atty. James Ryan
James "Jim" Ryan received his undergraduate degree at the University of Minnesota, where he walked on for the national championship hockey team, seeing ice time with legendary coach Herb Brooks and six members of the historic 1980 Olympic team. Ryan also has the distinction of being from a family that boasts five Super Bowl rings: His father is legendary coach Buddy Ryan, who won Super Bowl III with Joe Namath and the New York Jets, and was the mastermind behind the historic 1985 Chicago Bears.
Personal Injury & More Attorney · Serving Edwardsville, IL · 28+ Years Experience
Profile Summary
About James Ryan at a Glance
James Ryan is an Attorney based in Edwardsville, Illinois, practicing at Gori Law Firm. They have 28+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1998. Their practice focuses on personal injury and product liability. Admitted to practice in Missouri (1998) and Illinois (1999). Educated at St. Louis University School of Law (J.D., 1998) and University of Minnesota (B.A. University, 1981). Active member of Illinois Trial Lawyers Association Missouri Association of Trial Lawyers. Serves clients in Edwardsville, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
Get Legal Help from James Ryan in Edwardsville
Sign up free and choose one of the two methods below.
Have a legal question? Sign up free, submit it through the Ask the Attorney module and receive a focused answer from a specialist.
- Free to ask a question
- Answers from specialist attorneys
- Optional private / anonymous question
Request an online video meeting or an in-person consultation at the attorney's office. Pick a time that works for you and share the details securely.
- Online video meeting
- In-person at the attorney's office
- Secure messaging and payment
About James Ryan
- James "Jim" Ryan received his undergraduate degree at the University of Minnesota, where he walked on for the national championship hockey team, seeing ice time with legendary coach Herb Brooks and six members of the historic 1980 Olympic team
- Ryan also has the distinction of being from a family that boasts five Super Bowl rings: His father is legendary coach Buddy Ryan, who won Super Bowl III with Joe Namath and the New York Jets, and was the mastermind behind the historic 1985 Chicago Bears
- His brothers, Rex and Rob, also possess three Super Bowl titles
- Ryan obtained a master's degree at the University of Notre Dame and graduated from the St. Louis University School of Law in 1998
- Since then, he has been fighting for the rights of injured people for almost 20 years
- He is licensed to practice in Illinois, Missouri and the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Missouri
- Ryan is also a member of the Illinois Trial Lawyers Association (ITLA), the Missouri Association of Trial Lawyers (MATA) and several other legal groups
- Over the years, Ryan has been involved in well over 1,000 personal injury cases and obtained millions of dollars in settlements and verdicts for his injured clients in both Missouri and Illinois
- The focus of his practice at The Gori Law Firm, remains personal injury, especially auto accidents and premises liability matters
- Professional Associations And Memberships Illinois Trial Lawyers Association Missouri Association of Trial Lawyers
Practice Areas Explained
James Ryan's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James Ryan handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Edwardsville.
Personal Injury in Edwardsville
Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.
James Ryan is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Illinois →
Product Liability in Edwardsville
James Ryan is one of 65,610 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in Illinois →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Edwardsville
Practicing law in Illinois. Legal matters in Illinois are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Edwardsville are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Illinois state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Illinois 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 Illinois courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Edwardsville Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Edwardsville-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.
Looking for additional Illinois attorneys? Browse all attorneys in Edwardsville or all attorneys in Illinois.
Frequently Asked
Common Questions About James Ryan
Where is James Ryan's law office located?
What practice areas does James Ryan handle?
How long has James Ryan practiced law?
Where did James Ryan go to law school?
How can I contact James Ryan for a consultation?
Professional Profile
Why Clients in Edwardsville Choose James 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 James Ryan's practice in the field of personal injury and product liability.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
James 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 Missouri and Illinois, James Ryan can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering personal injury and product liability, James Ryan can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Edwardsville
A Edwardsville-based practice means James Ryan attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues James Ryan Handles in Edwardsville
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters James Ryan has experience with under Illinois 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 James Ryan directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
Search Reference
How People Find James Ryan Online
Prospective clients searching for legal help in Edwardsville commonly use a combination of the attorney's name and their specific legal need. The following search terms frequently lead people to this profile and to attorneys like James Ryan.
If any of the above matches what you searched for, you've found the right profile. Use the contact options at the top of this page to get in touch with James Ryan directly.
James Ryan's Practice Areas & Specializations
Education & Law School Background
Bar Admissions & Licensed Jurisdictions
Client Reviews & Ratings — James Ryan
No reviews yet.