Atty. Ryan Lee Young

Atty. Ryan Lee Young

Ryan Lee Young is a lawyer practicing sexual harassment, federal, state, and administrative litigation, employment discrimination and harassment claims and 2 other areas of law. Ryan received a B.B.A. degree from University of Iowa College of Business, and has been licensed for 18 years.

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Employment discrimination and harassment claims & More Attorney · Serving Chicago, IL · 18+ Years Experience

Profile Summary

About Ryan Lee Young at a Glance

Ryan Lee Young is an Associate based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Wessels Sherman P.C.. They have 18+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2008. Their practice focuses on discrimination, sexual harassment, wage & hour, employment contracts, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Illinois (2008). Educated at University of Iowa College of Law J.D. (—) and University of Iowa College of Business B.B.A. University of Iowa Tippie School of Business M.B.A (—). Serves clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated October 2026

About Ryan Lee Young

  • Ryan Lee Young is a lawyer practicing sexual harassment, federal, state, and administrative litigation, employment discrimination and harassment claims and 2 other areas of law
  • Ryan received a B.B.A. degree from University of Iowa College of Business, and has been licensed for 18 years
  • Ryan practices at Wessels Sherman P.C. in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Ryan Lee Young's Areas of Legal Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Ryan Lee Young handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Chicago.

Workplace Discrimination in Chicago

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Sexual Harassment in Chicago

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Wage & Hour Disputes in Chicago

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Employment Contracts in Chicago

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Civil Litigation 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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Frequently Asked

Common Questions About Ryan Lee Young

Where is Ryan Lee Young's law office located?
Ryan Lee Young's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Wessels Sherman P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Ryan Lee Young handle?
Ryan Lee Young focuses on discrimination, sexual harassment, wage & hour, employment contracts, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Ryan Lee Young practiced law?
Ryan Lee Young has 18+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2008.
Where did Ryan Lee Young go to law school?
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How can I contact Ryan Lee Young for a consultation?
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Professional Profile

Why Clients in Chicago Choose Ryan Lee Young

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 Lee Young's practice in the field of discrimination, sexual harassment, wage & hour, employment contracts, and litigation.

Decade-Tested Legal Experience

Ryan Lee Young brings 18+ 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 discrimination, sexual harassment, and wage & hour, Ryan Lee Young 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 Ryan Lee Young 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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Education & Law School Background

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University of Iowa College of Law J.D.
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University of Iowa College of Business B.B.A. University of Iowa Tippie School of Business M.B.A
- In Progress

Bar Admissions & Licensed Jurisdictions

Illinois
Admitted: 2008

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