Atty. Ryan D. Derry
Ryan Derry’s practice includes various aspects of employment litigation and counseling, including employment discrimination, retaliation, harassment, and wage and hour issues. He has represented employers in multiple jurisdictions in state and federal courts as well as in administrative proceedings against individual and class claims across industries, including retail, transportation, finance, healthcare, and technology fields.
Employment Law Management Attorney · Serving San Francisco, CA
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About Ryan D. Derry at a Glance
Ryan D. Derry is a employment attorney based in San Francisco, California, practicing at Paul Hastings LLP. Admitted to practice in California, The State Bar of California, California, The State Bar of California, California, The State Bar of California, and California, The State Bar of California. Educated at The George Washington University (J.D., 2006). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Management (2026). Serves clients in San Francisco, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Ryan D. Derry
- Ryan Derry’s practice includes various aspects of employment litigation and counseling, including employment discrimination, retaliation, harassment, and wage and hour issues
- He has represented employers in multiple jurisdictions in state and federal courts as well as in administrative proceedings against individual and class claims across industries, including retail, transportation, finance, healthcare, and technology fields
- A talented litigator, Mr. Derry is adept at handling complex single-plaintiff, multi-plaintiff, collective, class, and representative matters from inception through trial
- He has successfully defended clients in over ten trials and arbitrations, including individual and multi-plaintiff claims for retaliation, gender discrimination, disability discrimination, harassment, breach of contract, defamation, and class claims for violations of the California Labor Code
- He has litigated matters before the National Labor Relations Board and has also managed large multi-unit investigations and settlements with the U.S
- Department of Labor
- He also maintains an active counseling practice and enjoys developing unique solutions and arguments for novel legal issues
- Mr. Derry is a frequent presenter and panelist on a variety of subject matters
- Recent presentations have included trial and discovery strategy, the California Family Rights Act, the Family Medical Leave Act, and the California Consumer Privacy Act
- Mr. Derry has been named as a California Super Lawyer Rising Star for multiple years
Practice Areas Explained
Ryan D. Derry's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Ryan D. Derry handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in San Francisco.
Employment Law in San Francisco
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
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Why Local Counsel Matters in San Francisco
Practicing law in California. Legal matters in California are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in San Francisco are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate California state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in California 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 California courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
San Francisco Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a San Francisco-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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Why Clients in San Francisco Choose Ryan D. Derry
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 D. Derry's practice in the field of employment.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in California, The State Bar of California, California, The State Bar of California, and California, The State Bar of California, Ryan D. Derry can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Focused Employment Practice
Concentrating on employment means Ryan D. Derry's knowledge of relevant statutes, case law, and procedural nuances stays current — unlike generalist practices that spread attention across unrelated fields.
Local Presence in San Francisco
A San Francisco-based practice means Ryan D. Derry 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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Common Legal Issues Ryan D. Derry Handles in San Francisco
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Ryan D. Derry has experience with under California law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
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