Ryan Lawrence McCarthy

Ryan Lawrence McCarthy

also known as Westfall Law PLLC

4.7
Rating: 7.8

Licensed for 13 years

Litigation Lawyer at Syracuse, NY
Practice Areas: Litigation, Real Estate, Debt Collection ... +3 more

247 W. Fayette Street, Suite 203, Syracuse, NY

About Ryan

Biography

Practice Areas

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes

Hourly Rates

$ 175-325 per hour

Contingency

25%-33%


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in New York for 13 years

State: New York

Acquired: 2012

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Location

Westfall Law PLLC

247 W. Fayette Street, Suite 203, Syracuse, NY, 13202

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Ryan Lawrence McCarthy's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.7 /5.0

19 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 8 reviews | Residential

Posted by Sheila | September 21, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Residential

Courtney Knittel, Paralegal

I've never actually met Ryan, but have worked with Courtney twice now, both on the purchase of my Syracuse home 3 years ago, and now the sale of it. She has been quick to respond, super helpful, and very professional. A real pleasure to work with. I'll be recommending her to friends as they get ready... to buy or sell their homes, for sure.

Posted by Brianna | February 11, 2022 | Residential

Excellent

Ryan did a great job explaining things to me as I am a first time home buyer. Ryan was helpful and questioned things when it didn’t make sense. Was a pleasure to work with.

Posted by anonymous | January 13, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Residential

Return Client

This is my 2nd time using the services of this office. The first time was to sell my home and this time to buy a new home. I really appreciate the staff in the office. They are very responsive and helpful. The follow up and follow through on the day of closing was super helpful and courteous.

Posted by anonymous | November 01, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Residential

Responsive, Easy & Helpful

I worked with Ryan and his legal assistant to close my home. His assistant, Courtney, was extremely helpful in answering all my questions as a first time home-buyer. I’d definitely recommend this law firm to friends and family.

Posted by Wendy | October 07, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Residential

Most organized and smooth house closing ever!

For our 6th house closing, we used the Westfall Law Firm and were very impressed on how organized and quick the process was. Ryan's paralegal (Courtney Beckhusen) is the best. She was in constant communication and extremely competent. There were no surprises or delays and I credit this to Courtney. I... did not feel like we were constantly gathering information and documents, Courtney and Ryan took care of whatever they could for us. I thank them for making this the least time consuming closing process. A++++

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Ryan Lawrence McCarthy's Lawyer Endorsements

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Devon Conroy

Real estate lawyer | Sep 29

Relationship: Co-worker

"Ryan has an extensive working knowledge of real estate law and transactions. He is excellent at guiding clients through what is normally a very tedious and complicated process, while also making sure clients are fully aware of what is happening."

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Adam Durham

Business lawyer | Nov 25

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer. I've worked on a number of matters with Ryan, and his knowledge of the business law practice area is unparalleled. He is always willing to fight for the best possible outcome for his clients and is a great resource for any person who wants an attorney who will go above and beyond to assist in their legal matter."

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Melody Westfall

Business lawyer

Experience

Rating:  7.8 (Very Good)

Honors

2017

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2016

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2015

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

Work Experience

2017 - Present

Associate, Westfall Law PLLC

2013 - 2017

Associate, Coughlin & Gerhart, LLP

Associations

2017 - Present

Onondaga County Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Shaff v. Finnerty - Tompkins County Supreme Court Index No. 2014-0637

Plaintiff's cause of action was dismissed.

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Education

2011

Syracuse University College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

Languages

English

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