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Atty. Ryan Neely

Atty. Ryan Neely

The same qualities that allowed Ryan to excel in his previous career as a fly fishing guide have come in handy as an immigration lawyer: focus, persistence, knowledge and a natural ability to guide his clients with clarity. Ryan joined the partnership at McCrea in 2020 after more than 15 years leading the immigration practice group of a leading regional firm.

22 yrs experience 22 year
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About Ryan Neely at a glance

Ryan Neely is an attorney, practforg at McCrea Immigration Law. They haand 22+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2004. Admitted to practice in British Columbia (2004). Educated at University of British Columbia (LL.B, 2003) and The University of Montana (—, 1998). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Immigration Law (2026) and Lawyer of the Year — Immigration Law, Vancouver (Canada) (2022).

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • The same qualities that allowed Ryan to excel in his previous career as a fly fishing guide have come in handy as an immigration lawyer: focus, persistence, knowledge and a natural ability to guide his clients with clarity
  • Ryan joined the partnership at McCrea in 2020 after more than 15 years leading the immigration practice group of a leading regional firm
  • In addition to his practice in Vancouver, he maintains strong connections to the Kelowna area and advises a number of Okanagan-based companies and individuals, while also regularly taking advantage of the famous Okanagan powder on the region’s ski hills (another one of his former vocations was as a ski instructor)
  • Ryan has a reputation as one of Canada’s top immigration lawyers, being recognized by “Best Lawyers Canada” every year since 2019
  • We think you’ll appreciate his expertise and his sense of humour as much as we do
  • Contact Ryan for advice on corporate immigration and compliance, work permits, skilled permanent residence, spousal sponsorships and citizenship applications in the Lower Mainland, the Okanagan and beyond

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Ryan Neely has 22+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2004.
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Ryan Neely earned their education at (LL.B, 2003); (—, 1998).
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Ryan Neely's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Immigration Law; Lawyer of the Year — Immigration Law, Vancouver (Canada).

Practice Areas

Education

LL.B
University of British Columbia
- 2003
The University of Montana
- 1998

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Immigration Law
- 2026
Lawyer of the Year — Immigration Law, Vancouver (Canada)
- 2022

Bar Admissions

British Columbia
Admitted: 2004

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