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Michael Shay Ryan
About Michael
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Criminal Defense
50%
33 years | 2,500 cases
DUI and DWI
33%
28 years | 950 cases
White Collar Crime
10%
32 years | 100 cases
Appeals
5%
28 years | 50 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
$ 350-350 per hour
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Chat withLicenses
Licensed in Arizona for 28 years
State: Arizona
Acquired: 1997
No misconduct found
Licensed in New York for 32 years
State: New York
Acquired: 1993
No misconduct found
Licensed in Massachusetts for 32 years
State: Massachusetts
Acquired: 1993
No misconduct found
Location
Kent & Ryan, Plc
830 N 6th Ave, Phoenix, AZ, 85003-1318
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Michael Shay Ryan's Reviews
Showing 1 - 4 of 4 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by anonymous | November 8, 2014
A great attorney to fight for you!
Michael Ryan did a fantastic job representing me in a criminal case. He goes the extra mile. He always returned my calls in a timely manner and kept me informed every step of the way. If you want a lawyer that cares about you and your case, then this is the lawyer for you!
Posted by edgarivanov85 | July 13, 2014
Highly Recommended.
The courts appointed Mr. Ryan to me as my public defender. Mr. Ryan went above and beyond for me. He reached out to me throughout the whole process. Mr. Ryan is straight forward and to the point. Without the experience and knowledge he has to offer I don't believe my case would have been dropped. I...
Posted by Randy | June 9, 2014
The lawyer on your side!
When you want someone on your side, this is the Lawyer to have. He looks at your situation as his own and takes it on with the same passion that you would. This is not a generic television commercial lawyer. He actually cares about you as a person first and then client. He pursued my case relent...
Posted by Clint | June 5, 2014
Brilliant attorney!
Michael Ryan is a no nonsense, straight forward attorney who will go to war for his clients. He was always upfront with me in my case and never just told me what he thought I wanted to hear. When I thought all hope was lost Michael was able to keep me focused on the task at hand and kept me out of pr...
Michael Shay Ryan's Lawyer Endorsements
"My former law partner Mr. Ryan is an extremely talented and experienced attorney."
"Michael is an effective and passionate advocate. I've known and respected him for 17 years. His work is impeccable."
"Mr. Ryan is a great litigator. He is able to quickly dissect the issues in a case in order to get very good and prompt results for his client."
"Michael Ryan is an excellent attorney. I have known Attorney Ryan for a number of years and he has always given me solid legal advice. Attorney Ryan is passionate when it comes to fighting for the rights of his clients. He has over 21 years of legal experience and his integrity is impeccable. You cannot go wrong if you have Attorney Ryan representing you. I endorse this lawyer."
"Mr. Ryan has one if the sharpest legal minds I have ever encountered. I am very fortunate to have had the opportunity to learn from him. I am also grateful that I have never had to face him as opposing counsel in a matter. He is a force to be reckoned with. I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Mr. Ryan for many years and he is an excellent attorney. He works extremely hard for his clients and has a tremendous amount of courtroom and trial experience."
"I endorse this lawyer. He is a great attorney and zealous defender of his clients."
"Michael is a talented, experienced criminal defense lawyer. He brings 22 years' experience to the courtroom, which is a much-needed advantage for any client facing serious charges. Like many criminal defense lawyers, he has a talent for trials and arguing motions, but he sets himself apart with his intellect and superior writing skills. Michael is an excellent lawyer with a proven track record."
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Experience
Honors
2015
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
Associations
2005 - Present
National Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Roberts v. City of Phoenix, 225 Ariz. 112 (App. 2010)
Awarded $268,450 in attorney's fees. $10,000 in damages for the client. Over $16,000 in court costs
Standhardt v. Superior, 206 Ariz. 276 (App. 2003)
Court denied same sex couples the right to marry
State v. Nicholson, 1 CA-SA, 2000-00089 (App. 2000) (Mem. Decision)
Case remanded to Superior Court with instructions that it be dismissed on Double Jeopardy Grounds
Education
1992
Fordham, New York, NY
JD - Juris Doctor
1988
Columbia University in the City of New York
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers