Ryan S. Zeller

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Ryan S. Zeller

5.0
Rating: 9.8

Licensed for 21 years

Litigation Lawyer at Chicago, IL
Practice Areas: Litigation, Lawsuits & Disputes, Ethics & Professional Responsibility ... +2 more

200 West Monroe Street, Suite 2025, Chicago, IL

Virtual Consultation Available

About Ryan

Biography

Serving Chicago & Surrounding Areas - BUSINESS ATTORNEYS

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Litigation 50%

Business and commercial litigation, including breach of contract, legal malpractice, debt collections, injunctions, temporary restraining orders (TRO's) restrictive covenants and breach of fiduciary duty. For both individuals and businesses.

22 years | 500 cases

50%
Lawsuits and Disputes 30%

Prosecution and defense of breach of contract, fraud, restrictive covenant (non-competeition and non-solicitation), breach of fiduciary duty, legal malpractice, business disputes and a myriad of other disputes for individuals and businesses.

22 years | 500 cases

30%
Ethics and Professional Responsibility 10%

Ryan has successfully litigated a number of plaintiff legal malpractice cases throughout his career.

22 years | 150 cases

10%
Contracts and Agreements 7%

Contract disputes, breach of contract, breach of employment agreements, breach of restrictive covenants (non-compete agreements, non-solicitation agreements and confidentiality agreements, breach of partnership / shareholder agreements.

500 cases

7%
Business 3%

Contract review and disputes, business / partnership / shareholder disputes, various contentious business matters, including breach of fiduciary duty, non-compete and non-solicitation disputes.

22 years | 500 cases

3%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 300-400 per hour

Contingency

30%-50%


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Licenses

Licensed in Illinois for 21 years

State: Illinois

Acquired: 2004

Active and Authorized to Practice Law

No misconduct found

Location

Frame, Wills, Zeller & Green, LLC

200 West Monroe Street, Suite 2025, Chicago, IL, 60606

lawyer-chicago.com/

Online Presence

Other places you can find Ryan online.

Ryan S. Zeller's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

10 Client Reviews

5 star (10)
4 star (0)
3 star (0)
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1 star (0)

Posted by B. Alan | March 15, 2024 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

Highly Recommend. Professional, Friendly and Knowledgeable

I have consulted Ryan on a couple of occasions regarding a case to help me recoup funds from an executed convertible note agreement for an Illinois business. Ryan was very helpful and motivated to assist me with my case. His expertise helped me make an educated decision of the best way to proceed b...ased on the various factors and provisions outlined in the convertible note agreement. I highly recommend Ryan and wouldn't hesitate to contact him for any future litigation cases or consultations.

Posted by Dana | April 9, 2022 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

2 great experiences

Mr Zeller has represented me twice. Once in a bankruptcy case where we were owed $200k. We didn't anticipate collecting anything at all. However Mr Zeller was able to collect a significant amount of the balance. The 2nd circumstance revolved around negotiating a lease assignment, in which the land...lord was being difficult. He was able to get the lease assignment completed which ultimately turned into the sale of our business. We wouldn't hesitate to use him or recommend him in the future.

Posted by John | January 3, 2022 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Overall Outstanding Service

I had the pleasure of hiring Ryan to handle my litigation on a business transaction and I cannot emphasize enough how fortunate I was to work with him. He was more than knowledgeable to my situation, quickly responded to my inquiries, worked professionally with the other parties, and gave me a sense... of peace of mind. I would not only hire him again but recommend to others as well.

Posted by Chelsea | October 19, 2021 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

I really can't say enough

My business caters to law firm owners, so having worked with them so much I understand what makes for a great client experience. Now that I know what it's like to be on the other end, to be the client, I can say that when we come to attorneys like Ryan we are likely in a state of crisis. What matters... to us is knowing that someone is paying attention, someone is on our side and on top of informing us about our decisions and how to make the best decision for us. Someone who is responsive, timely, and knows what they're doing. That is Ryan. I can't thank him and the team enough for the way in which they handled my crisis. I am confident that we found the best outcome for me based on my values, goals, and priorities. Thank you endlessly, Ryan & team.

Posted by Katie Kasper | July 23, 2020 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Phenomenal Attorney.

Ryan is truly the best attorney I have dealt with. His litigation skills surpassed my expectations. Communication and response time was the same day with any questions or concerns I had. He took time to review the material I presented him and always gave me his honest opinion. He’s very professional ...and diligent with his work. I can’t say enough about him.

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Ryan S. Zeller's Lawyer Endorsements

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James Stark

Litigation lawyer | Nov 27

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Ryan Zeller is an excellent commercial litigator. Every business attorney (and business owner) needs a trusted litigator in his or her network. I recommend that all my business law clients use Ryan for their litigation needs, and he has always come through for them."

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Peter Evans

Unknown lawyer | Oct 12

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Ryan is an excellent lawyer. I and other attorneys in my firm have worked with him on various matter. He is a smart and ethical advocate for his clients."

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Alexander Passo

Litigation lawyer | Sep 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ryan is an excellent attorney, practices in a civil manner, and provides quality advice while also taking into account his client's objectives."

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Elizabeth Green

Litigation lawyer | Jan 25

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer. Ryan Zeller is a highly skilled commercial litigation lawyer and I would highly recommend to anyone with litigation needs."

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Michael Baker

Business lawyer | Feb 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Elizabeth Richert

Litigation lawyer | Feb 05

Relationship: Co-worker

"Ryan Zeller is a hard-working, ethical attorney who will represent you zealously and efficiently. He will keep you informed every step of the way during your case."

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Lindsay Thompson

Business lawyer | Feb 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Brent Wills

Litigation lawyer | Feb 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ryan is an exceptional commercial litigation attorney with a depth of experience in all areas of business litigation. I endorse this lawyer."

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Jefferey Katz

Business lawyer | Jul 18

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Kelly Frame

Business lawyer | Feb 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Zeller is one of the most talented and dedicated lawyers I have ever worked with. I've known Ryan for several years, and he is among the smartest, hardest working, and most ethical lawyers out there. I give him an unqualified peer endorsement."

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James Stark

Business lawyer

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Peter Evans

Litigation lawyer

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Michael Haeberle

Litigation lawyer

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Alexander Passo

Litigation lawyer

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Elizabeth Green

Unknown lawyer

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Michael Baker

Criminal defense lawyer

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Lindsay Thompson

Litigation lawyer

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Elizabeth Richert

Litigation lawyer

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Brent Wills

Estate planning lawyer

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Kelly Frame

Corporate and incorporation lawyer

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Jefferey Katz

Ethics and professional responsibility lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.8 (Superb)

Honors

2026

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2025

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2015

Zeller Law 5 Years in Practice, Zeller Law

Work Experience

2017 - Present

Managing Partner, Frame, Wills, Zeller & Green

2013 - Present

Of Counsel, Nextrend Legal, LLC

2010 - 2017

Managing Partner, Zeller Law, LLC

2003 - 2006

Attorney, Coleman Law Firm

Associations

2004 - Present

Chicago Bar Association

Member

2004 - Present

Illinois State Bar Association

Member

2004 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

2010 - 2013

Chicago Bar Association, Professional Responsibility Committee

Co-chair

Sample of Legal Cases

Intellectual Property Infringement

Settled

Breach of Contract Dispute

Ongoing

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Education

2003

DePaul University College of Law/Kellstadt Graduate School of Business

JD/MBA - Juris Doctorate and MBA

1999

Indiana University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2015

Breach of Contract Scenarios

Breach of Contract

Languages

English

Activity

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