Ryan Michael Borges
About Ryan
Biography
Ryan M. Borges is a member of the Arizona State Bar and licensed to practice in the State of Arizona. Ryan received his Juris Doctor (J.D.) from Roger Williams University School of Law in 1999, and his Master of Law (L.L.M.) from the University of San Diego School of Law in 2000. Ryan joined Cook Law Office in 2016 and focuses his practice on personal injury law. Ryan has been practicing law in Arizona since 2002 and has over 15 years of litigation experience. He has conducted hundreds of trials in his career. As part of the Cook Law Office team, Ryan has successfully negotiated millions of dollars in settlements for his clients.
Ryan was awarded one of the Top 100 trial lawyers in Arizona by The National Trial Lawyers in both 2015 and 2016. Ryan is dedicated to integrity and personal service. He recognizes the emotional nature of being injured in automobile accident and truly cares about his clients’ well-being. He is devoted to understanding his clients’ needs and looking out for their best interests.
Practice Areas
1
Practice Area
Fees and Rates
Cost
33%-33%
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Arizona for 23 years
State: Arizona
Acquired: 2002
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Location
Cook Law Office, PLLC
4500 S. Lakeshore Drive, Suite 215, Tempe, AZ, 85282
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Ryan Michael Borges's Reviews
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11 Client Reviews
Showing 1 - 2 of 2 reviews | Child Custody
Posted by Daniel | April 14, 2015 | Child Custody
Child Custody Case
I had Ryan represent me in the custody case regarding my son. He was great! I the mother was a very difficult person to deal with and I am sure it would not have gone as well if I didn't have him represent me. He would constantly keep me updated with emails so I could save everything for my recor...
Posted by Melissa | April 08, 2015 | Child Custody
We got EVERYTHING we could have asked for!
Ryan really went above and beyond for my family. He guided us as we entered into a paternal rights severance and step-parent adoption, and were granted everything. We could not have been more pleased with the hard work, dedication and quick responses from Ryan and truly appreciate everything he did...
Ryan Michael Borges's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Mr. Borges is a valuable asset to this community. His continuing dedication to the law and his clients is admirable."
"I have seen Ryan's work as a fellow attorney in the community and as a former co-worker. Ryan has a great perspective and excellent experience in criminal law from working many years as a felony crimes prosecutor and then as a criminal defense attorney. He does excellent work. I enthusiastically endorse this lawyer."
"I have known Ryan for pretty much our entire legal careers. We started out as prosecutors together and have worked on cases as prosecutors and defense lawyers for years. Ryan is a great attorney and does everything he can to help his clients."
"I have worked with Ryan, and have had cases against him. He is thorough, prepared, and fights for his clients."
"Ryan is a strong advocate for his clients. He is extremely knowledgeable in criminal and family law. Ryan is incredibly skilled in litigation and overall client representation."
"Ryan is an excellent attorney. He is well-prepared and a pleasure to work with. I highly recommend him!"
"Ryan is a fantastic attorney. I have had the privilege to work with him on a handful of matters and found him to be professional while advocating for his client. Ryan has vast knowledge and experience in criminal and family matters. I hope to work with Ryan in the future."
"Ryan fights for his client's. He's a former prosecutor, so he knows how the system works and uses that to his clients' advantage. He takes good care of his clients."
Family lawyer
Family lawyer
Personal injury lawyer
Insurance lawyer
Criminal defense lawyer
Criminal defense lawyer
Family lawyer
Criminal defense lawyer
Family lawyer
Criminal defense lawyer
Experience
Honors
2016
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2015
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2000
Pro Bono Legal Services, Wiley Manuel Law Foundation
Work Experience
2016 - 2017
Associate Attorney, Cook Law Office, PLLC
2015 - 2016
Owner, The Borges Law Firm, PLLC
2013 - 2014
Associate Attorney, The Baker Law Firm
2010 - 2012
Associate Attorney, Maasen Law Firm
2009 - 2010
Owner, Law Office of Ryan Borges
2007 - 2009
Associate Attorney, Weingart Law Firm
2002 - 2007
Deputy County Attorney, Maricopa County Attorney's Office
Associations
2002 - Present
State Bar of ArizonaMember
2015 - 2016
National Trial Lawyers AssociationTop 100 Trial Lawyers
2015 - 2016
Arizona Attorneys for Criminal JusticeMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Case Dismissed
Reduced to Disorderly Conduct, a class 6 non-dangerous felony with supervised probation, no jail
Dismissed by State after Substintive Motion filed.
Termination of Parental Rights granted and Step-parent adotion granted
Not Guilty Verdict at Jury Trial
Education
2006
Trial Advocacy Course
2000
LL.M - Master of Laws
1999
JD - Juris Doctor
1996
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Publications
2015
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Can Indecent Exposure conviction be set aside? Never had any legal issues before and have satisfied all terms.
02 Dec 2015
What are the sentences for 1st degree trafficking of stolen property, and burglary in the 2nd degree?
31 Oct 2015
What does one do when discovery given by prosecution is incomplete?
17 Oct 2015