Ryan Francis Stephan

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Ryan Francis Stephan

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 25 years

Class action Lawyer at Chicago, IL
Practice Areas: Class Action, Employment & Labor, Personal Injury ... +2 more

222 W. Adams Street, Suite 2020, Chicago, IL

About Ryan

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Class Action 50%

We have successfully represented individuals and classes of people across the United States in claims involving unpaid wages and overtime, breach of contract, unpaid tenant security deposits and unreasonably dangerous pharmaceuticals.

25 years | 40 cases

50%
Employment and Labor 20%

We have achieved successful results and collectively recovered tens of millions of dollars in damages for employees from all walks of life, ranging from entry level workers all the way up to the highest executive ranks, whose rights have been violated in the workplace.

25 years | 50 cases

20%
Discrimination 10%

We have achieved successful results for employees from all walks of life, who have been discriminated at work due to their age, race, gender, disability and protected characteristics.

15 cases

10%
Personal Injury 10%

We have successfully represented people in many areas of serious personal injury including automobile and truck crashes, wrongful death, premises liability, construction negligence and product liability. In just the past few years, we have achieved six and seven figure verdicts and settlements on behalf of seriously-injured people and their families with a total recovery of nearly $10 million.

25 years | 20 cases

10%
Wrongful Termination 10%

We have achieved successful results for employees from all walks of life, ranging from entry level workers all the way up to the highest executive ranks, who have been wrongfully terminated.

25 years | 30 cases

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Contingency

25%-40%

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2020 2018 2012
AV Preeminent Peer Review Rating

Licenses

Licensed in Illinois for 25 years

State: Illinois

Acquired: 2000

Active and Authorized to Practice Law

No misconduct found

Location

Stephan Zouras, LLP

222 W. Adams Street, Suite 2020, Chicago, IL, 60606

stephanzouras.com

Online Presence

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Ryan Francis Stephan's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

48 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 16 reviews | Responsiveness

Posted by anonymous | September 24, 2020

Very Helpful and Responsive!

Ryan Stephan was wonderful to work with! He provides genuine advice and quick responses. Mr. Stephan was helpful in a difficult time and I’m very grateful. I would definitely recommend him in the future!

Posted by Jeff | March 18, 2020 | Hired Attorney

WONDERFUL CUSTOMER SERVICE

Let me say I've sought out the assistance of this firm on 3 different occasions and I was never let down. This last time around it was a bit more involved with frequent visits and conf calls. When I tell you that they are great people to work with you can bet on it. Andy, Ryan and Anna were always on... top of the matter along with updates all in the time. They are awesome at what they do and I would STRONGLY RECOMMEND this firm to address your needs. Thanks again team for believing in me and seeing me thru it all. P.S. Anna has great candy treats in her office if you need a chocolate fix!!

Posted by Lissy | August 28, 2018 | Employment & Labor

Never met a lawyer like Ryan! Aces!!!!

I was referred to Ryan. I work for a large national company and needed someone to speak to for legal advice. Ryan was different in every way when i compare him to past lawyers I've had to deal with. From the very start he actually listened to my story....the whole story! He never cut me off or tried ...to rich me off the phone and made me feel like I had to wrap it up. He listened and he then gave me some legal direction as I was unsure what to do. He never pushed me to hire him and after a couple calls I knew he was someone who really just cares about helping people. He always made himself available and after each call I felt so much relief I can't even tell you how that was needed. I know if i ever need anything or if anyone I know ever needs legal guidance that Ryan is the guy to send them to. i can't say enough good things and he knows the law! He didn't string me along and was very upfront with my choices and educated me with different outcomes so i knew ahead of time the different way things could go. I've never met an attorney who makes you feel like they will drop whatever to help you and that's how i felt like with Ryan. When you are going through something at your job where you feel you need to seek legal counsel it really helps to have someone who makes you a priority. Thanks Ryan for everything!!!! Lissy

Posted by Jessie | March 15, 2018 | Hired Attorney

Great Attorney

Ryan has been so good to me. We worked together to come up with a plan and he delivered. He is easy to get in touch with, compassionate with the emotional toll taken per your situation, and he delivers fast results. I am so pleased with the work done. Thank you Ryan!

Posted by Maria | February 11, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Employment & Labor

Results are what you'll get!

In 2014 I was searching for an attorney to represent me in an employment case (misclassification and tortous interference). Ryan Stephan contacted me and after talking to him and reviewing his firm's website and their extensive experience in this area, I decided that he was the right attorney for me.... Ryan and his team were always there to support me and my case, was attentive and responsive to every inquiry I had, and performed their responsibilities diligently. We won a portion of my case and I believe we would have won both parts of the case if we did not have to go before an arbitrator, per an agreement I had signed with my employer. If you are looking for an attorney that will go the extra mile, then I highly recommend Ryan Stephan and his firm. They are results oriented and THAT IS WHAT YOU ARE LOOKING FOR!

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Ryan Francis Stephan's Lawyer Endorsements

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Jeffrey Kulwin

Class action lawyer | Aug 19

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have worked with Ryan on several difficult cases and have always been impressed by his strong legal skills, sharp thinking, and dedication to doing what’s best for his clients. Ryan is a true leader in the employment bar and a tough advocate who stands up for his clients. He tackles legal problems by relying on his deep knowledge of the law, always preparing carefully and paying attention to every detail. Ryan's clear communication skills give him an edge over his opponents and make him so easy to work with. I highly recommend Ryan and I look forward to working with him again."

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Catherine Mitchell

Employment and labor lawyer | Mar 28

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Andrew Ficzko

Employment and labor lawyer | Mar 13

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"Ryan is a hardworking and dedicated attorney who excels in the area of labor and employment law. He is highly respected in the legal community and I strongly endorse him."

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Teresa Becvar

Class action lawyer | Mar 03

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"Ryan Stephan is a talented and experienced attorney who has successfully recovered tens of millions of dollars on behalf of classes of victims of unlawful employment practices. Ryan brings unfettered spirit and dedication to all of his clients, and it is a pleasure to work with him and learn from him."

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Jorge Gamboa

Employment and labor lawyer | Feb 29

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"Ryan, like all great lawyers, has an incisive legal mind. However, he has many skills many other lawyers don't: he's a great negotiator, constantly makes time to speak to clients, and communicates to them as equals. I strongly endorse Ryan."

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James Zouras

Class action lawyer | Feb 29

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Jonathan Nirenberg

Class action lawyer | Apr 04

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have worked with Ryan on several overtime class action cases. He has consistently demonstrated excellent knowledge, experience and expertise in handling wage and hour matters. I endorse him."

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Jeffrey Kulwin

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Paul Farahvar

Litigation lawyer

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Scott Andresen

Employment and labor lawyer

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Catherine Mitchell

Class action lawyer

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Andrew Ficzko

Class action lawyer

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Teresa Becvar

Class action lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2025

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2024

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2023

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2022

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2021

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2020

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2019

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2018

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2017

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2016

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2016

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2015

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2014

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2013

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2012

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2012

Illinois Rising Stars, Super Lawyers

2011

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2011

Illinois Rising Stars, Super Lawyers

2010

Illinois Risng Stars, Super Lawyers

2010

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

Work Experience

2007 - Present

Founding Partner, Stephan Zouras, LLP

Associations

2010 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Daniels v. Premium Capital

Plaintiff verdict

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Education

2000

Chicago-Kent College of Law Illinois Institute of Technology

JD - Juris Doctor

1996

University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2015

Law 101

A career in law

Languages

Spanish

English

Activity

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