Atty. Ryan Eady
Ryan Eady is a board-certified criminal law specialist and senior trial attorney with more than 14 years of courtroom experience handling serious criminal cases across Texas. A former First Assistant District Attorney and Chief Felony Prosecutor, Ryan brings an insider’s understanding of how prosecutors evaluate, charge, and try cases—experience that directly benefits Michael & Associates clients.
Criminal Defense & More Attorney · Serving Dallas, TX · 15+ Years Experience
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About Ryan Eady at a Glance
Ryan Eady is an Attorney based in Dallas, Texas, practicing at Michael & Associates. They have 15+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2011. Their practice focuses on dui/dwi, criminal defense, and sex crimes. Admitted to practice in Texas (2011). Educated at Texas A&M School of Law (J.D., 2011) and Texas Tech University (—). Serves clients in Dallas, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Ryan Eady
- Ryan Eady is a board-certified criminal law specialist and senior trial attorney with more than 14 years of courtroom experience handling serious criminal cases across Texas
- A former First Assistant District Attorney and Chief Felony Prosecutor, Ryan brings an insider’s understanding of how prosecutors evaluate, charge, and try cases—experience that directly benefits Michael & Associates clients
- Ryan began his career in 2012 as an Assistant District Attorney in Midland County, prosecuting felony cases and later serving as Lead Domestic Violence Prosecutor
- In 2017, he joined the Johnson and Somervell County District Attorney’s Office, where he was appointed Chief Felony Prosecutor for the 413th District Court
- There, he led trial teams and handled complex felony prosecutions, asset forfeiture matters, and civil commitment hearings, while also representing the State in seven appeals before Texas Courts of Appeals
- In 2022, Ryan was promoted to First Assistant District Attorney, becoming the senior managing attorney overseeing prosecutorial operations and trial teams across three district courts
- This role refined his strategic judgment and gave him a comprehensive view of how criminal cases are assessed, negotiated, and litigated from intake through trial and appeal
- After more than a decade as a prosecutor, Ryan transitioned to private practice in 2024, joining Curnutt & Hafer, L.L.P. as Senior Counsel before joining Michael & Associates as a Senior Trial Attorney in November 2025
- He now applies his prosecutorial insight to building disciplined, trial-ready defenses and identifying weaknesses in the State’s case early
- Ryan has served as lead counsel in more than 75 felony jury trials and brings over 12 years of prosecutorial experience into every defense
- He is known for meticulous preparation, clear communication, and steady courtroom execution
- Ryan earned his B.A. in Psychology from Texas Tech University and his J.D. from Texas A&M University School of Law
- He has also completed specialized training in Digital and Computer Forensics through the U.S
- Secret Service, equipping him to analyze and challenge complex digital evidence
- A native Texan, Ryan Eady exemplifies the Michael & Associates standard: senior-level representation, disciplined trial strategy, and an unwavering commitment to protecting his clients’ freedom and future
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Ryan Eady's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Ryan Eady handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Dallas.
DUI / DWI Defense in Dallas
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Criminal Defense in Dallas
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Dallas
Practicing law in Texas. Legal matters in Texas are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Dallas are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Texas state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Texas 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 Texas courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Dallas Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Dallas-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 Dallas Choose Ryan Eady
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 Eady's practice in the field of dui/dwi, criminal defense, and sex crimes.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Ryan Eady brings 15+ 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 dui/dwi, criminal defense, and sex crimes, Ryan Eady can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Dallas
A Dallas-based practice means Ryan Eady 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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