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Ryan L Hyde

DUI and DWI Attorney at Exton, PA

4.4   15 reviews

Licensed for 14 years

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About Ryan

Learn Ryan’s areas of practice.

CONFIDENT, EXPERIENCED AND FIGHTING FOR YOU
Ryan brings years of trial experience, both as a criminal defense attorney and as a former deputy district attorney.  

 

Ryan has handled hundreds of DUI cases from challenging evidence and jury trials to appeals to the superior court.  In addition Ryan served as the Coordinator of a County District Attorney's DUI ARD program, responsible for supervising the team of attorneys and staff in the ard department, overseeing the admission of thousands of individuals who applied for the ard program. Ryan was involved with creating and implementing the policy and responsible for litigating challenges and ARD denials. 

 

Additionally, Ryan has litigated all manner of criminal cases from traffic violations to homicide trials. Ryan has argued numerous cases before the superior court on appeal and has the experience to hold the Commonwealth accountable and advocate for your rights.
Licensed for 14 years
State PA
Status Active
Acquired 2008
Updated 02/26/2023

We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.

Contact Ryan

The Law Offices of Ryan L. Hyde
600 Eagleview Boulevard, Suite 300
Exton, PA, 19341

Reviews

4.4 / 5.0
  15 customer reviews
Posted by anonymous | November 7, 2018
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
| Consulted Attorney
Q and A
Very professional,and knowledgeable with my consultation. Would recommend him he is a straight shooter.Ryan tells you what is the likely,and unlikely outcome. And what is fare.Very smart man when it comes to the law.
Posted by anonymous | May 29, 2018
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
| Consulted Attorney
Ryan Hyde is a masterful attorney
Ryan advised a close personal friend of mine on a challenging personal legal situation. His demeanor and professionalism throughout this process was absolutely outstanding. He handled my friend's fears and concerns with true compassion, while maintaining the seriousness and gravitas needed to ensure that she held it together during the trial. I would strongly recommend Ryan to anyone in need of legal assistance!
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Posted by Steve | March 30, 2018
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
Mr.
I found the Law firm for Mr. Hyde on the internet. I met with him the next day and slept that night. He calmed me down and showed me light at the end of the tunnel. Ryan is a strong and very respected attorney in Chester County. I was able to get through a bad and stupid mistake with minor damage to myself.
Posted by Clark | March 29, 2018
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
Mr
When we went in to Ryan's office we thought we didnt have a chance at a good outcome. Ryan took the time to listen to what we had to say and then came up with real solutions. He greatly reduced our stress. In court he made sure that we understood what was happening and the outcome ended up being even better than we expected. We would recommend him to anyone facing a criminal charge.
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Posted by Ron | October 21, 2017
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
Great Lawyer
Ryan was right there on a Sunday morning when my family needed him. He was great and was the voice of reason
Posted by Daniel | September 24, 2017
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
Reccomebded!
Highly recommended! I hired Mr Hyde after being charged with several serious crimes stemming from a road rage incident. He was always quick to answer my questions, kept in constant communication, and fought hard with prosecutors on my behalf. Subsequently ALL charges were dropped and I was offered an acceptable plea deal. A valuable lesson learned: If the police knock on your door, don't speak with them! Politely decline and tell them you can't without legal representation first. Then pick up the phone and find an attorney! Without a doubt, Mr. Hyde's knowledge, expertise, and experience kept me out of jail. He knows the criminal justice system and has established working relationships throughout the system. He's an excellent attorney.
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Posted by Heather | November 5, 2016
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
The strength and clarity that I needed
Ryan responded to a weekend call and offered consultation and emergency support during a potential custody crisis. He gave me appropriate guidance and the strength to hold my ground legally with my son's father. He was sensitive to my needs but also candid in his advice. I would whole heartedly recommend him for legal counsel.
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Posted by Lissette | October 23, 2015
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
An exceptional lawyer!! Truly devoted to his profession & those he serves!!
Mr. Hyde is definitely skilled in his field and truly takes pride in his work. We hired him on 2 parole/probation violations & despite the negative criminal history, prior violations & continued encounters with law enforcement my fiancé was sentenced to time served w parole -initially we were facing almost 2yrs prison time. Mr. Hyde is definitely on top of his game. He is honest and upfront regardless of the situation good or bad. He's very accessible any time or day. Returns all calls, texts & emails almost immediately. We were truly blessed with his services & dedication in handling our matter. Most importantly he did not leave my fiancé or me hanging dry & alone through this scary ordeal. Mr. Hyde cares about his profession & his clients. We will hire him and highly recommend him in the future. Thank you again Mr. Hyde- you are an exceptional lawyer- a true representation of what and how an attorney should be. There should be more like you.
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Posted by Brian | August 20, 2015
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
Great Criminal Defense Lawyer
Ryan did a great job at trail defending me from false allegations. The whole process from the start was nerve racking to be accused of something you never did. At trail, Ryan did a fantastic job and going on the offensive to prove these allegations were baseless and had no merit. I was very pleased with the outcome as I was found not guilty of these allegations. I would definitely recommend him to family and friends.
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Posted by Carmen | July 30, 2015
The Best Lawyer I Ever Had . A+
He was an awesome choice , did an amazing job and got me out of a lot of trouble ! He helped me out with my payments and was very reasonable . He always answered my calls when I had any questions during early morning or late at night . He did an outstanding job and represented my case 110%. If you need a great lawyer , Mr. Hyde is the one !
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Posted by Daniel | June 30, 2015
Daniel C.
Ryan Hyde could not have been a bigger help for me during my recent DUI case. I met with a few other attorneys before someone miraculously recommended I reach out to Ryan. From our very first meeting I knew he was the right person for the job, and not because he could talk a good game, but rather he exuded a confidence, intelligence and passion for my case from the very beginning. His knowledge and understanding of the law immediately gained my trust and confidence, and it was obvious that he would do everything and anything to put me in the best situation for the best possible outcome. And he absolutely delivered. Ryan was able to fully detail everything that I would experience (and thoroughly explain why it was happening), and provided me with a thorough explanation of all the possible outcomes that I could face. He didn’t sugar coat anything or set any unrealistic expectations, which can be difficult to hear at times, but again Ryan’s confidence, knowledge and passion for his craft completely eased any of those worries – and he was able to continuously instill that confidence in me throughout the entire process. Not only was Ryan informative, but he was also incredibly flexible with his schedule to ensure that any meeting or contact would be most convenient for my schedule. Ryan always made sure to be available if any questions or concerns arose, and made it his job to keep me informed as every step of the process rolled out. I was facing a significant punishment in which the attorneys I spoke to before Ryan did not even attempt to present a scenario where I would not avoid the harshest penalty. But low and behold Ryan was able to get that best possible outcome, and I’m not surprised one bit. It was a long and arduous process, but having Ryan in my corner was the only thing that got me through it.
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Posted by countryboy32521 | May 8, 2015
very helpful
Answered my questions about my drug charges. I've asked an attorney the same questions that this man answered and he wasn't giving me answers. Very helpful. Thank you
Posted by anonymous | October 24, 2016
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
| Consulted Attorney
suspended/revoked license
very helpful in making me understand my position
Posted by anonymous | April 23, 2020
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
Incompetent
Ryan made a lot of promises to me that he could not deliver. For example, he said the case will be wrapped up in 3 months. It didn’t. It took 9 months and with loose ends. He promised he’d call me the next day. He didn’t. Not the next day or the next. He promised to send me a document. He didn’t. I’d ask again. Again he promised to send it. He didn’t. It’s a repeat pattern throughout the case. I found him to be negligent with the case, even incompetent.
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Response from Ryan Hyde April 23, 2020
I am very sorry to hear you feel this way, while I dont know what client this is, I hope that you have contacted me directly already or will in the near future. If you are my client you have my cell phone number so please reach out. Obviously, I cant control the speed with which a case is handled as I am just one part of the legal system, but I am sorry that you feel I didnt agressively represent you. If there are loose ends please let me know as I am unaware of any cases in this status that have not been delayed because of COVID 19.
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Posted by Brian | October 21, 2017
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
Do not hire!!!!!!
PLEASE save your money and do not hire this guy!!! His web site is great, he speaks great, he makes you feel at ease with your decision to hire him but let me assure you,ITS SMOKE AND MIRRORS! He is absolutely unprofessional and could not keep his composure with me in the heat of the moment on my preliminary hearing, I was completely blind sided by this attorneys behavior and left confused and wondering who this guy was because he was not the guy i hired. As I move forward with my case I am glad to have not retained mr.hyde because I believe when you make a mistake in life you put your trust in someone who you think has the your best interest at hand and will give you the professionalism that is deserved and will support you through the ugly legal process. At the end of the day this is not who I would recommend and I hope this was helpful to someone when they are in a rough spot in there life and are getting ready to make a decision on how to move forward to correct a wrong.
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Response from Ryan Hyde October 21, 2017
Brian, I certainly understand your position and again apologize for the way you felt that morning. I know you felt rushed and a bit under attack and that wasnt fair, but given the delays of the morning, we had serious time constraints. It doesnt make our interraction justfiable or satisfactory, and for that I again apologize. I will say that I had talked to the DA again before you terminated my representation, and the strategy we had agreed upon was well on its way to providing the favorable outcome we had discussed. I have discussed this case with your new counsel and sincerely wish you and your family the best. If you care to discuss ways I can improve you know I am always willing to take your call. RLH
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  • Free Consultation 30 minutes
Payment methods
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Resume

AVVO RATING 8.8 (Excellent)

Work Experience

  • Trial Attorney
  • Criminal Defense
  • 2014 - Present
  • Economic Crimes/Arson Unit
  • Bucks County District Attorney's Office
  • 2014 - 2014
  • ARD Program Chief/ Coordinator
  • Bucks County District Attorney's Office
  • 2013 - 2013
  • Deputy District Attorney
  • Bucks County District Attorney's Office
  • 2009 - 2014
  • Certified Inter
  • Montgomery County District Attorney's Office
  • 2007 - 2007
  • Externship
  • Pepper Hamilton, LLP
  • 2007 - 2007
  • Associate
  • Fisher Zucker
  • 2007 - 2008
  • sales
  • Pharmaceutical Sales
  • 1998 - 2005
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Education

  • Villanova University School of Law
  • Juris Doctorate
  • 2008
  • University of Arizona, Eller College of Management
  • MBA - Master of Business Administration
  • 2001
  • University of Arizona
  • BS - Bachelor of Science
  • 1997
  • Mountain Pointe
  • 1994
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Legal Cases

  • PFA Withdrawn
  • PFA Withdrawn
  • Domestic Violence Case dismissed
  • Not Guilty
  • Burglary Trial
  • Not Guilty of person present burglary
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Associations

  • Montgomery County Bar Association
  • Member
  • 2018 - Present
  • Pennsylvania Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
  • Member
  • 2017 - Present
  • American Bar Association
  • 2016 - Present
  • National Association of Criminal Defense Attorneys
  • 2016 - Present
  • Chester County Bar Association
  • Member
  • 2014 - Present
  • Pennsylvania Bar Association
  • member
  • 2008 - Present
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Languages Spoken

  • English

Honors and Awards

  • Commendation
  • PA Department of Public Welfare
  • 2010
  • Trial Advocacy Skills Commendation
  • Bucks County District Attorney's Office
  • 2009
  • Moot Court Board
  • Villanova University School of Law
  • 2008
  • Mock Trial Competition Team
  • Villanova University School of Law
  • 2008
  • Moot Court Board
  • Villanova University School of Law
  • 2007
  • Tenth Ranked Oralist
  • Jessup International Oral Advocacy Competition
  • 2007
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Speaking Engagements

  • National Association of Bunko Investigators
  • Developments in Law
  • 2013
  • Bucks County District Attorney's Office
  • Arson Investigation Training Training
  • 2013
  • Financial Crimes Against Older Adults
  • Financial Crimes Against Older Adults
  • 2012

Attorney endorsements

Received (20)
Given (16)
Endorse Ryan
Criminal defense Attorney | May 21
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer."
Criminal defense Attorney | Nov 01
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I worked with Mr. Hyde in the DA's office. He is a strong and passionate advocate for his clients. He will absolutely go to bat for you. He is fearless and dedicated to winning while also being shrewd, reasonable, and kind. I recommend him highly."
Criminal defense Attorney | Oct 04
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I've worked with Ryan in the past and found him to be one of the most dedicated, hard working attorneys I've met. If Ryan is your attorney, you can be confident that you will be well represented."
Speeding and traffic ticket Attorney | Sep 03
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Attorney Ryan L. Hyde is one of America's Top Lawyers. If winning your case is important to you and you are lucky to be in his area, you need to make him your first call. Ryan will fight zealously for your rights leaving no stone unturned in your defense. I proudly endorse him."
Criminal defense Attorney | Jan 07
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Mr. Hyde is an excellent attorney. I have consulted with Mr. Hyde on several legal matters. He is very knowledgeable of the law and aggressive in the courtroom. I endorse this lawyer."
Criminal defense Attorney | May 10
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
"Ryan is a meticulously prepared attorney and fights for his clients. He is respected by his peers and is highly effective in the courtroom."
Family Attorney | Jan 27
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
"Counsel Ryan Hyde is an excellent attorney who knows his way around a courtroom. If you must go to court, this is the attorney to talk to."
Criminal defense Attorney | Jan 21
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
"I endorse this lawyer. Ryan has a passion for the court room. He is a very focused and intense attorney. Hard working and determined ."
Criminal defense Attorney | Sep 14
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer - his command of the law in the areas of criminal law, DUI's and family law is impressive."
Criminal defense Attorney | Jun 15
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Hyde has a wide range of knowledge in many areas of criminal law as evinced from his comprehensive responses on Avvo."
Unknown Attorney | May 05
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"I have been fortunate to work with Mr. Hyde as both a prosecutor and a defense attorney. He has a profound knowledge of the law and a strong work ethic. I strongly endorse this lawyer."
Criminal defense Attorney | May 05
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"Ryan is an experienced litigator who has a great understanding and knowledge of criminal law. I endorse this lawyer."
Criminal defense Attorney | Apr 15
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"Ryan is very knowledgeable and prepares well. I highly endorse this lawyer."
DUI and DWI Attorney | Mar 25
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Ryan is a very good Pennsylvania DUI lawyer . I endorse him."
Criminal defense Attorney | Mar 23
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Ryan Hyde is a skilled attorney with significant courtroom experience. He conducts himself professionally and is well respected by his colleagues and members of the bar. I highly recommend the legal services of Mr. Hyde."
Criminal defense Attorney | Mar 14
Relationship: Other
"Ryan is an experienced, highly respected attorney who always represents his clients with the utmost of skill,knowledge and understanding.i can readily endorse him without hesitation or reservation."
Criminal defense Attorney | Mar 12
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I met Ryan when he worked at the Bucks County DA's office. Ryan was always prepared for court and fought hard for the Commonwealth. Now that he has moved to criminal defense work, I have no doubt he will continue to provide quality legal services for his clients. I endorse him without hesitation."
Criminal defense Attorney | Mar 08
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Ryan is an outstanding lawyer who is a zealous advocate for his clients. His past experience as an Assistant District Attorney has prepared him well for defense. He is a very capable and outstanding attorney"
Criminal defense Attorney | Jul 27
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
"I endorse this lawyer. He is smart and solves problems!"
Criminal defense Attorney | Jul 26
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"I endorse this lawyer."
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