Atty. James W. Ryan
James W. Ryan is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, cyber law, health care and 3 other areas of law.
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James W. Ryan is a Partner based in Newport, Rhode Island. They have 53+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1973. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, real estate, white collar, litigation, and health care. Admitted to practice in New York (1973), Rhode Island (1987), and Massachusetts United States District Court for the District of Massachusetts United States District (2000). Educated at Fordham University (J.D., 1972) and College of the Holy Cross (B.A., 1969). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Rhode Island Bar Association American Bar Association, Criminal Justice Section. Serands clients in Newport, RI and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- James W. Ryan is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, cyber law, health care and 3 other areas of law
- James received a B.A. degree from College of the Holy Cross in 1969, and has been licensed for 53 years
- James practices in Newport, RI
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A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
James W. Ryan is one of 214,270 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Rhode Island →
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
James W. Ryan is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Rhode Island →
James W. Ryan is one of 20,025 white collar attorneys indexed nationally. Browse white collar attorneys in Rhode Island →
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
James W. Ryan is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Rhode Island →
Health care attorneys for HIPAA, Medicare, Medicaid, regulatory compliance, and medical licensing matters.
James W. Ryan is one of 66,735 health care attorneys indexed nationally. Browse health care attorneys in Rhode Island →
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Why local counsel matters in Rhode Island
Practicing law in Rhode Island. Legal matters in Rhode Island are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Newport are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Rhode Island state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Rhode Island 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 Rhode Island courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
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