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Ryan Patrick Waters
About Ryan
Biography
I enjoy politics, philosophy, history, and the law. I have a passion for helping others and fixing problems. I became a lawyer to refute the negative stereotypes that plague my profession, and I strive to change the minds of those of who have had negative experiences with attorneys. When not working, I spend my free time with cars, art, games, music and reading.
Practice Areas
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Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
$ 150-200 per hour
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Missouri for 11 years
State: Missouri
Acquired: 2014
No misconduct found
Location
Dodson & Waters, LLC
315 Marshall Street, Jefferson City, MO, 65101
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Ryan Patrick Waters's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 6 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by Rahul V | September 18, 2023 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
He thinks a lot than you for your future and family
"Ryan is an exceptional lawyer who goes above and beyond. His attention to detail, timely execution, and motivational approach set him apart. He's truly influential in achieving the best outcomes for his clients.He truly loves helping people and want his clients future to be bright "
Posted by Mary | July 8, 2019 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Selling a business
Ryan helped me with a life changing situation. I was selling my business of 30 years and needed advice and guidance. I received both with a smooth conclusion.
Posted by Nicole | October 5, 2018 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
A low stress court date
Ryan Waters made my misdemeanor expungement go more smoothly than I thought possible. His communication to me as to the happenings of my case was timely and thorough. I felt represented and informed during the proceedings, a novel courtroom experience for me and well worth his very reasonable attorne...
Posted by Chris | June 16, 2017 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Reliable!
As a business owner, I would not be able to count how many times I've leaned on this lawyer for help and he has come through for me. Ryan is thoughtful, compassionate and extremely intelligent. He knows his business and is eager to achieve the goals I have in place. If my goals are unattainable, Ryan...
Posted by Liz | June 1, 2017 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Honest Attorney
Ryan is not the typical attorney he truly is honest and he genuinely cares about his clients. Ryan helped me feel at ease and confident during a difficult time I experienced with a judge. Ryan has been my attorney for 2 years he demonstrates a moral character, uses good ethics, he is a man of his ...
Ryan Patrick Waters's Lawyer Endorsements
"I had the opportunity to work with Mr. Waters and I found him to be knowledgeable, creative, and a zealous advocate for his client. He was pleasant and professional which enabled us to work out a solution which was beneficial to both or our clients."
"I have known and worked with Ryan for a couple years now. He works late hours and worries about achieving the best results possible, because he really does care about his clients. He is well known and trusted in the local legal community. He works hard and is incredibly knowledgeable in his subject matter areas. You will not go wrong with this attorney."
"What can I say about Mr. Waters? He has a passion for family law and somehow finds a way to be 110% invested in his clients' cases without allowing emotion to take the wheel, a skill we all wish we possessed. I have called upon Mr. Waters for his insight and advise on numerous occasions and he has always been extremely helpful. I have recently referred a very complex divorce and child custody case to Ryan. For all intents and purposes, the way the prior attorney had handled the case left this client in a very grim situation, so much so that other attorneys wouldn't touch it. Ryan happily accepted the challenge and has gone above and beyond to improve the client's situation. To say that I am impressed and enamored would be an understatement."
"Mr. Waters is the consummate professional. I have conferred with him on many matters, both family and criminal, and he always offers new insights and new strategies for my cases. From the simplest case to the most complex, you can be assured that he will work diligently to get you the best possible outcome."
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Experience
Work Experience
2015 - Present
Attorney/Partner, Dodson & Waters. LLC
Associations
2019 - Present
Cole County Treatment CourtMember
2017 - Present
National Association of Criminal Defense AttorneysMember
2017 - Present
Missouri Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
2016 - Present
Elwood L. Thomas American Inn of CourtAssociate
2015 - Present
Cole County Bar AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
City of Jefferson v. Steven and Cheryl Bratten
Negotiated Settlement
Education
2014
University of Missouri - Columbia School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2009
Columbia College
BS - Bachelor of Science
Languages
English