Atty. Ryan Phillips
Ryan Phillips is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Administrative and Public Law, Alternative Dispute Resolution and Corporate and Commercial Litigation. Ryan, who practices law in Calgary, Alberta, has been recognized since 2022.
Administrative and Public Law & More Attorney · Serving Calgary, AB
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About Ryan Phillips at a Glance
Ryan Phillips is a business, litigation, government, and adr attorney based in Calgary, Alberta, practicing at JSS Barristers LLP. Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Administrative and Public Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Alternative Dispute Resolution (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Corporate and Commercial Litigation (2026). Serves clients in Calgary, AB and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Ryan Phillips
- Ryan Phillips is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Administrative and Public Law, Alternative Dispute Resolution and Corporate and Commercial Litigation
- Ryan, who practices law in Calgary, Alberta, has been recognized since 2022
- This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Ryan is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area
Practice Areas Explained
Ryan Phillips's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Ryan Phillips handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Calgary.
Business & Corporate Law in Calgary
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Ryan Phillips is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Alberta →
Civil Litigation in Calgary
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Ryan Phillips is one of 450,751 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Alberta →
Government & Administrative Law in Calgary
Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.
Ryan Phillips is one of 131,162 government attorneys indexed nationally. Browse government attorneys in Alberta →
Mediation & Arbitration in Calgary
Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.
Ryan Phillips is one of 73,315 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr attorneys in Alberta →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Calgary
Practicing law in Alberta. Legal matters in Alberta are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Calgary are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Alberta state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Alberta 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 Alberta courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Calgary Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Calgary-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 Calgary Choose Ryan Phillips
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 Phillips's practice in the field of business, litigation, government, and adr.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business, litigation, and government, Ryan Phillips can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Calgary
A Calgary-based practice means Ryan Phillips 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 Phillips Handles in Calgary
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Ryan Phillips has experience with under Alberta 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 Phillips directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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