Ryan L Hyde

Ryan L Hyde

also known as Simon Hyde, LLC

4.4
Rating: 8.9

Licensed for 17 years

DUI and DWI Lawyer at Exton, PA
Practice Areas: DUI & DWI, Criminal Defense, Estate Planning ... +4 more

600 Eagleview Boulevard, Suite 300, Exton, PA

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$0 first 30 minutes


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Licenses

Licensed in Pennsylvania for 17 years

State: Pennsylvania

Acquired: 2008

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The Law Offices of Ryan L. Hyde

600 Eagleview Boulevard, Suite 300, Exton, PA, 19341

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Ryan L Hyde's Reviews

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4.4 /5.0

16 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 5 reviews | Character & Conduct

Posted by anonymous | April 23, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

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 did...n’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.

Ryan Hyde

Replied last 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.

Posted by anonymous | May 29, 2018 | Lawsuits & Disputes

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!

Posted by Brian | October 21, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

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 pr...eliminary 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.

Ryan Hyde

Replied last 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

Posted by Lissette | October 26, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

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 fac...ing 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.

Posted by Daniel | July 02, 2015 | DUI & DWI

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 h...e 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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Ryan L Hyde's Lawyer Endorsements

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Gregory McCauley

Criminal defense lawyer | May 21

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Thomas Logan

Criminal defense lawyer | 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."

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Timothy Kraeer

Criminal defense lawyer | 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."

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H. Aalsberg

Speeding and traffic ticket lawyer | Sep 03

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"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."

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Robert Schwarz

Criminal defense lawyer | 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."

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Michael Caudo

Criminal defense lawyer | 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."

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Thomas Kenny

Family lawyer | 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."

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Sharif Abaza

Criminal defense lawyer | 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 ."

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Jason Young

Criminal defense lawyer | 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."

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Anthony Hasson

Criminal defense lawyer | 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."

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Tracey Olszewski

Unknown lawyer | 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."

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Steven Jones

Criminal defense lawyer | 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."

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Philip Press

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 15

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Ryan is very knowledgeable and prepares well. I highly endorse this lawyer."

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Andrew Deegan

DUI and DWI lawyer | Mar 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ryan is a very good Pennsylvania DUI lawyer . I endorse him."

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Mark Hinrichs

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 23

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"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."

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John Elbert

Criminal defense lawyer | 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."

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Geoffrey Hood

Criminal defense lawyer | 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."

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Ellis Klein

Criminal defense lawyer | 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"

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Richard Fink

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 27

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. He is smart and solves problems!"

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Niels Eriksen

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 26

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Timothy Kraeer

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H. Aalsberg

Criminal defense lawyer

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Thomas Logan

Criminal defense lawyer

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Robert Schwarz

Criminal defense lawyer

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Thomas Kenny

Criminal defense lawyer

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Jason Young

Criminal defense lawyer

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Anthony Hasson

Criminal defense lawyer

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Steven Jones

Criminal defense lawyer

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Philip Press

Criminal defense lawyer

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Mark Hinrichs

Criminal defense lawyer

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Tracey Olszewski

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John Elbert

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Sharif Abaza

Criminal defense lawyer

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Geoffrey Hood

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Ellis Klein

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Experience

Rating:  8.9 (Excellent)

Honors

2010

Commendation, PA Department of Public Welfare

2009

Trial Advocacy Skills Commendation, Bucks County District Attorney's Office

2008

Moot Court Board, Villanova University School of Law

2008

Mock Trial Competition Team, Villanova University School of Law

2007

Moot Court Board, Villanova University School of Law

2007

Tenth Ranked Oralist, Jessup International Oral Advocacy Competition

Work Experience

2014 - Present

Trial Attorney, Criminal Defense

2014 - 2014

Economic Crimes/Arson Unit, Bucks County District Attorney's Office

2013 - 2013

ARD Program Chief/ Coordinator, Bucks County District Attorney's Office

2009 - 2014

Deputy District Attorney, Bucks County District Attorney's Office

2007 - 2007

Externship, Pepper Hamilton, LLP

2007 - 2007

Certified Inter, Montgomery County District Attorney's Office

2007 - 2008

Associate, Fisher Zucker

1998 - 2005

sales, Pharmaceutical Sales

Associations

2018 - Present

Montgomery County Bar Association

Member

2017 - Present

Pennsylvania Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

2016 - Present

American Bar Association

2016 - Present

National Association of Criminal Defense Attorneys

2014 - Present

Chester County Bar Association

Member

2008 - Present

Pennsylvania Bar Association

member

Sample of Legal Cases

PFA Withdrawn

PFA Withdrawn

Domestic Violence Case dismissed

Not Guilty

Burglary Trial

Not Guilty of person present burglary

ARD for Burglary case

Granted ARD

DUI Highest BAC diismissed

Probation

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Education

2008

Villanova University School of Law

Juris Doctorate

2001

University of Arizona, Eller College of Management

MBA - Master of Business Administration

1997

University of Arizona

BS - Bachelor of Science

1994

Mountain Pointe

Speaking Engagements

2013

National Association of Bunko Investigators

Developments in Law

2013

Bucks County District Attorney's Office

Arson Investigation Training Training

2012

Financial Crimes Against Older Adults

Financial Crimes Against Older Adults

Languages

English

Activity

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