Atty. Ryan P. Deane
Ryan Patrick Deane is a partner in WSHB's El Segundo office, part of the firm's Los Angeles presence serving clients throughout Southern California, specializing in professional liability defense. Ryan has been litigating for over a decade and has distinguished himself in his field of practice.
Medical Malpractice And Healthcare Law & More Attorney · Serving Los Angeles, CA
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About Ryan P. Deane at a Glance
Ryan P. Deane is a Partner based in Los Angeles, California, practicing at Wood Smith Henning Berman Llp. Their practice focuses on medical malpractice, employment, product liability, and health care. Educated at Loyola Law School, Los Angeles (J.D., 2005) and University of California, Los Angeles (B.A., 2001). Serves clients in Los Angeles, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Ryan P. Deane
- Ryan Patrick Deane is a partner in WSHB's El Segundo office, part of the firm's Los Angeles presence serving clients throughout Southern California, specializing in professional liability defense
- Ryan has been litigating for over a decade and has distinguished himself in his field of practice
- He is particularly adept at defending intricate and complex cases in medical malpractice, elder abuse, products liability, employment issues/wrongful termination, legal malpractice, brokers, officers and directors, and other areas of professional liability
- Ryan has tried numerous cases in all areas of professional liability defense and enjoys a stellar track record
- He is a former Division I Cross Country and Track athlete for UCLA
- Newsroom News •Strategies for Overcoming Challenges Presented by the Impact of Social Media on Juries Article, 2.6.25 •Employee's Effort to Intervene in fellow Employee's PAGA Claim Fails Case Updates, 9.10.22 •Powerhouse Professional Liability Litigator Joins WSHB Firm News, 9.9.22 Events, Seminars & Speaking Engagements •Featured panelist, "Millennials: Can't We All Get Along?," PIAA Risk Management/Patient Safety Workshop in Santa Monica, CA (September 9, 2016) •Panelist and featured speaker, "Millennials and Medicine: What Does the Future Hold?," Crittenden Conference (April 2016) •Grand rounds lecturer, University of California Irvine Medical School, Department of Emergency Medicine (2014, 2015) •Featured panelist, "Emerging Issues Facing Tort Litigators," Crittenden Medical Insurance Conference in Miami, FL (2015) Publications •Litigation Funding Reform Stalls Again: What It Means for California Businesses Article, 9.2.25 In the News •WSHB Trial Power: Deane Secures Fourth Defense Verdict in Just 20 Months •Ryan Deane Secures Third Defense Verdict in 18 Months Following High-Profile IVF Malpractice Trial •Litigation Funding Reform Stalls Again: What It Means for California Businesses •Major Appellate Win for Physician in Medical Malpractice Litigation Honors & Recognitions •ABOTA Side Car (American Board of Trial Advocates program to recognize up-and-coming trial lawyers (2014-2015))
Practice Areas Explained
Ryan P. Deane's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Ryan P. Deane handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Los Angeles.
Medical Malpractice in Los Angeles
Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.
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Employment Law in Los Angeles
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
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Product Liability in Los Angeles
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Health Care Law in Los Angeles
Health care attorneys for HIPAA, Medicare, Medicaid, regulatory compliance, and medical licensing matters.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Los Angeles
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 Los Angeles 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.
Los Angeles Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Los Angeles-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 Los Angeles Choose Ryan P. Deane
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 P. Deane's practice in the field of medical malpractice, employment, product liability, and health care.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering medical malpractice, employment, and product liability, Ryan P. Deane can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Los Angeles
A Los Angeles-based practice means Ryan P. Deane 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 P. Deane Handles in Los Angeles
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Ryan P. Deane 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.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Ryan P. Deane directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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