Atty. Ryan Anthony Cates
Ryan Anthony Cates is a lawyer practicing civil rights, insurance law, labor & employment and 3 other areas of law. Ryan received a B.A. degree from Kenyon College in 2006, and has been licensed for 17 years.
Civil Rights & More Attorney · Serving Columbus, OH · 17+ Years Experience
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About Ryan Anthony Cates at a Glance
Ryan Anthony Cates is a Staff Attorney based in Columbus, Ohio, practicing at Baker & Hostetler LLP. They have 17+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2009. Their practice focuses on personal injury, employment, workers comp, litigation, and civil rights. Admitted to practice in Ohio (2009), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Ohio (2009), and U.S. District Court, Southern District of Ohio (2011). Educated at Case Western Reserve University School of Law (J.D., 2009) and Kenyon College (B.A., 2006). Serves clients in Columbus, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Ryan Anthony Cates
- Ryan Anthony Cates is a lawyer practicing civil rights, insurance law, labor & employment and 3 other areas of law
- Ryan received a B.A. degree from Kenyon College in 2006, and has been licensed for 17 years
- Ryan practices at Baker & Hostetler LLP in Columbus, OH
Practice Areas Explained
Ryan Anthony Cates's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Ryan Anthony Cates handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Columbus.
Personal Injury in Columbus
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.
Ryan Anthony Cates is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Ohio →
Employment Law in Columbus
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
Ryan Anthony Cates is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Ohio →
Workers Compensation in Columbus
Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.
Ryan Anthony Cates is one of 54,932 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Ohio →
Civil Litigation in Columbus
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Ryan Anthony Cates is one of 450,751 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Ohio →
Civil Rights in Columbus
Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.
Ryan Anthony Cates is one of 69,634 civil rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse civil rights attorneys in Ohio →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Columbus
Practicing law in Ohio. Legal matters in Ohio are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Columbus are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Ohio state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Ohio 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 Ohio courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Columbus Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Columbus-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 Columbus Choose Ryan Anthony Cates
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 Ryan Anthony Cates's practice in the field of personal injury, employment, workers comp, litigation, and civil rights.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Ryan Anthony Cates brings 17+ 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 Ohio, U.S. District Court, Northern District of Ohio, and U.S. District Court, Southern District of Ohio, Ryan Anthony Cates can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering personal injury, employment, and workers comp, Ryan Anthony Cates can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Columbus
A Columbus-based practice means Ryan Anthony Cates 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 Ryan Anthony Cates Handles in Columbus
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Ryan Anthony Cates has experience with under Ohio 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 Ryan Anthony Cates directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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