Atty. Matthew S. Ryan
Matthew S. Ryan is a lawyer practicing securities & investment fraud, antitrust & trade law, criminal defense and 1 other area of law.
Antitrust & Trade Law & More Attorney · Serving Chicago, IL · 24+ Years Experience
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About Matthew S. Ryan at a Glance
Matthew S. Ryan is an Of Counsel based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Cotsirilos, Tighe, Streicker, Poulos & Campbell, Ltd.. They have 24+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2002. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, securities, litigation, and consumer. Admitted to practice in Illinois United States Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit United States District Court for the (2002). Educated at Harvard Law School J.D. (—) and Indiana University B.A. (—). Serves clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Matthew S. Ryan
- Matthew S. Ryan is a lawyer practicing securities & investment fraud, antitrust & trade law, criminal defense and 1 other area of law
- Matthew received a B.A. degree from Indiana University, and has been licensed for 24 years
- Matthew practices at Cotsirilos, Tighe, Streicker, Poulos & Campbell, Ltd. in Chicago, IL
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Matthew S. Ryan's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Matthew S. Ryan handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Chicago.
Criminal Defense in Chicago
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Securities Law in Chicago
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Civil Litigation in Chicago
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Consumer Protection in Chicago
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Chicago
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 Chicago 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.
Chicago Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Chicago-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 Chicago Choose Matthew S. 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 Matthew S. Ryan's practice in the field of criminal defense, securities, litigation, and consumer.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Matthew S. Ryan brings 24+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering criminal defense, securities, and litigation, Matthew S. Ryan can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Chicago
A Chicago-based practice means Matthew S. 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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