Atty. Ryan Yerger Cunningham
Ryan Y. Cunningham is a founding partner of Cunningham & Mears.
Motor Vehicle Accidents & More Attorney · Serving Oklahoma City, OK · 30+ Years Experience
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About Ryan Yerger Cunningham at a Glance
Ryan Yerger Cunningham is a Founding Partner based in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, practicing at Cunningham & Mears. They have 30+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1996. Their practice focuses on car accidents, workers comp, class action, slip & fall, and product liability. Admitted to practice in Oklahoma (1996) and U.S. District Court, Western District of Oklahoma (1996). Educated at University of Oklahoma College of Law (J.D., 1996) and University of Texas at Austin (B.A., 1992). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Serves clients in Oklahoma City, OK and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Ryan Yerger Cunningham
- Ryan Y. Cunningham is a founding partner of Cunningham & Mears
- Mr. Cunningham devotes his practice to protecting the rights of injured Oklahoma residents
- In addition to assisting injured clients, Mr. Cunningham endeavors to improve personal injury representation by speaking on issues related to personal injury law to attorneys in continuing legal education courses and to law students
- His work has been recognized in national publications and he has been selected to The National Trial Lawyers based on their criteria for superior qualifications, leadership, reputation, influence, stature and profile in the trial lawyer community
- Membership into The National Trial Lawyers is limited to the top 100 trial lawyers from each state
- Prior to founding his own law firm, Mr. Cunningham clerked for U.S
- District Court Judge Tim Leonard and for the U.S
- Attorney for the Western District of Oklahoma
- Ryan Cunningham was born and raised in Oklahoma
- To learn more about Mr. Cunningham and the legal services he provides, please see our personal injury page
- Professional organizations -American Bar Association -The American Trial Lawyers Association -Oklahoma Bar Association -Oklahoma Association for Justice -Oklahoma County Bar Association -William J. Holloway, Jr. Inn of Court Recognitions -Top 100 Trial Lawyers, The American Trial Lawyers Association
Practice Areas Explained
Ryan Yerger Cunningham's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Ryan Yerger Cunningham handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Oklahoma City.
Car Accidents in Oklahoma City
Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.
Ryan Yerger Cunningham is one of 36,434 car accidents attorneys indexed nationally. Browse car accidents attorneys in Oklahoma →
Workers Compensation in Oklahoma City
Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.
Ryan Yerger Cunningham is one of 54,932 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Oklahoma →
Class Action in Oklahoma City
Ryan Yerger Cunningham is one of 26,226 class action attorneys indexed nationally. Browse class action attorneys in Oklahoma →
Slip & Fall / Premises Liability in Oklahoma City
Ryan Yerger Cunningham is one of 29,187 slip & fall attorneys indexed nationally. Browse slip & fall attorneys in Oklahoma →
Product Liability in Oklahoma City
Ryan Yerger Cunningham is one of 65,610 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in Oklahoma →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Oklahoma City
Practicing law in Oklahoma. Legal matters in Oklahoma are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Oklahoma City are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Oklahoma state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Oklahoma 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 Oklahoma courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Oklahoma City Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Oklahoma City-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 Oklahoma City Choose Ryan Yerger Cunningham
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 Yerger Cunningham's practice in the field of car accidents, workers comp, class action, slip & fall, and product liability.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Ryan Yerger Cunningham brings 30+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Oklahoma and U.S. District Court, Western District of Oklahoma, Ryan Yerger Cunningham can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering car accidents, workers comp, and class action, Ryan Yerger Cunningham can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Oklahoma City
A Oklahoma City-based practice means Ryan Yerger Cunningham 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 Yerger Cunningham Handles in Oklahoma City
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Ryan Yerger Cunningham has experience with under Oklahoma 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 Yerger Cunningham directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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