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Ryan Kenneth Hodges
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Biography
Ryan Hodges practices in the areas of probate, estate and trust administration, and elder law, including long-term care planning and special needs trusts. He is also a Registered Patent Attorney with experience in patent preparation and prosecution.
Bar Admissions: Ryan was admitted to the State Bar of Arizona in 2008. He is licensed to practice in all state courts, the United States District Court for the District of Arizona, and the United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit. He is also licensed to practice before the United States Patent and Trademark Office.
Education and Honors: Ryan earned his undergraduate degree in information systems, summa cum laude, from the W.P. Carey School of Business at Arizona State University. After working for a year as a software engineer, he attended the Sandra Day O’Connor College of Law at Arizona State University and graduated magna cum laude in 2008. During law school, Ryan served as an articles editor for Jurimetrics: The Journal of Law, Science, & Technology and completed the law school’s certificate program for Law, Science, and Technology. He also completed a judicial externship with the Honorable Daniel A. Barker at the Arizona Court of Appeals.
Professional Activities and Experience: Ryan is a member of the Arizona State Bar. He is a member of the State Bar of Arizona Elder Law, Mental Health and Special Needs Planning Section, Probate and Trust Law Section, and Intellectual Property Law Section.
Practice Areas
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Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
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Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Arizona for 17 years
State: Arizona
Acquired: 2008
No misconduct found
Location
Jackson White PC
40 N Center St Ste 200, Mesa, AZ, 85201-7300
Jackson White in Scottsdale
5635 N Scottsdale Rd Ste 170, Scottsdale, AZ, 85250
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7972 W Thunderbird Rd Ste 105, Peoria, AZ, 85381
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Ryan Kenneth Hodges's Reviews
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Posted by Caroline | March 4, 2026 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Professional, knowledgeable and sensitive - Will help you through the probate process
Very professional and helpful. Ryan Hodges led me through the executor's responsibilities of probate and distribution of my mother's estate. His explanations were clear and he did not load up too many tasks at one time. I had never done this before, so I appreciated his guidance and all the answer...
Posted by Dave | February 18, 2026 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Excellent Lawyer with great service
When my son unexpectedly passed away my wife and I were distraught and unable to focus. Not only was the pain unbearable we now had to deal with all of the legal aspects of his estate. We interviewed a number of Lawyer firms and as soon as we talked to Ryan Hodges at Jackson White Law, we knew he wa...
Posted by anonymous | January 26, 2026 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Ryan
Ryan was super helpful and patient throughout the process! Any questions that came up while completing the work he answered very quickly!
Posted by Tosh | January 22, 2026 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
Try Ryan first!
Contacted Ryan to get some advice on an estate and he was extremely helpful. I highly recommend!
Posted by Terry | December 30, 2025 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Excellent Service
Ryan is my estate attorney. Very professional, knowledgeable and easy to work with!! Highly recommend!!
Ryan Kenneth Hodges's Lawyer Endorsements
"Mr. Hodges is clearly devoted to the service of his clients. He puts in the time and energy necessary to assist each client and understand their specific needs. I endorse this lawyer."
"Ryan is an excellent litigator. His confidence and knowledge of the law make him an effective attorney. He is competent and committed to his clients. I endorse this lawyer."
"Ryan is a hard-working associate at our firm that has proved his abilities and skills on countless occasions. I endorse this lawyer."
"Ryan has shown the ability to learn by adding Intellectual Property to his practice areas. He is a hard-working and trustworthy attorney that has been a great addition to the IP team. I endorse this lawyer."
"Mr. Hodges is a highly knowledgeable and earnest attorney. I am able to witness all the hard work he puts into each and every case; and, his positive results are a clear reflection of his dedication to his clients. I endorse this lawyer."
"Mr. Hodges is attentive, understanding, and knowledgeable. I endorse this attorney."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Hodges is a talented attorney that puts in the time and effort necessary to assist each of his clients to the best of his abilities."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have worked closely with Ryan for many years in our overlap of Guardian & Conservatorship and Probate and so I can personally attest to Ryan's hard work and dedication. I trust him to work with my clients because I know he will do his best on each and every case."
"I endorse this lawyer."
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Experience
Honors
2016
AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
Work Experience
2008 - Present
Attorney, Jackson White, PC
2006 - 2006
Extern, Arizona Court Of Appeals
Associations
2010 - Present
State Bar of Arizona, Mental Health and Elder LawMember
2010 - Present
State Bar of Arizona, Probate and Trust Law SectionMember
2010 - Present
National Academy of Elder Law AttorneysMember
2008 - Present
State Bar of ArizonaMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Hutcherson v AHCCCS
The court found in favor of AHCCCS, but gave important guidance on the use of annuities in Medicaid planning.
Education
2008
Arizona State University Sandra Day O'Connor College of Law
Juris Doctor
2004
Arizona State University
BS - Bachelor of Science
Languages
English
Tagalog
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
What steps do I take in the state of Arizona, my mom passed away 2/6/25, did not have will, i am next of kin, what do i do?
04 Mar 2025
Q&A
How can I convey to my brother's bank that my certified copy of letters of appointment are sufficient?
15 Dec 2022
Q&A
Changing States Special Needs Trust?
15 May 2022