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Ryan John Stevens
also known as Ryan J. Stevens
About Ryan
Biography
Ryan J. Stevens is a member and owner of Griffen & Stevens Law Firm, PLLC. Mr. Stevens is a board-certified specialist in criminal law and former felony prosecutor in Flagstaff, Arizona. Mr. Stevens dedicates his legal practice to criminal defense, serious personal injury, sports law, and expert trial work in Arizona state and federal courts. Mr. Stevens is recognized by U.S. News – Best Lawyers®.
Mr. Stevens graduated cum laude from the College of William & Mary (B.S., Mathematics). He attended William & Mary School of Law on a merit-based academic scholarship. Mr. Stevens clerked for Chief Judge Walter S. Felton of the Virginia Court of Appeals. Mr. Stevens also clerked at a Flagstaff law firm and the Coconino County Attorney’s Office, accelerating his trial practice skills and experience. Early in his legal career, Mr. Stevens achieved numerous successful results in jury trials on serious criminal cases, including first-degree murder, felony murder, second-degree murder, aggravated assault, burglary, sale of marijuana, aggravated DUI, and more. Mr. Stevens believes that maintaining a high-quality trial practice yields optimal results in all legal settings.
Mr. Stevens' reputation is known in Coconino County, Yavapai County, Navajo County, Mohave County, Apache County, Maricopa County, federal and tribal courts. Mr. Stevens litigates serious federal cases in U.S. District Court (Phoenix/Prescott) and U.S. Magistrate Court (Flagstaff, Grand Canyon, Page, Kingman).
In the area of sports law, Mr. Stevens has successfully defended numerous serious claims involving anti-doping rule violations, sexual misconduct, and athlete abuse in cases handled by the U.S. Center for SafeSport and other national governing bodies. Mr. Stevens represents professional athletes and coaches in contract negotations, sponsorship deals, and sports-related disputes.
A competitive runner and Ironman triathlete, Mr. Stevens looks forward to serving his clients with professionalism, energy, and vigor.
Criminal charges? Former felony prosecutor. Not Guilty verdicts on major felony cases, including murder. Call me at (928) 226-0165 or visit my website www.Flagstaff-Lawyer.com
Criminal charges? Former felony prosecutor. Not Guilty verdicts on major felony cases, including murder. Call me at (928) 226-0165 or visit my website www.Flagstaff-Lawyer.com
Injured by someone else's negligence? Aggressive litigator for injury victims. Case results include winning $1.25M for a client.
Injured by someone else's negligence? Aggressive litigator for injury victims. Case results include winning $1.25M for a client.
DUI charges can ruin your life. Former felony DUI prosecutor on your side.
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
Sometimes
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Licenses
Licensed in Arizona for 17 years
State: Arizona
Acquired: 2008
No misconduct found
Location
Griffen & Stevens Law Firm, PLLC
Mobile
Fax
609 N. Humphreys Street, Flagstaff, AZ, 86001
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Online Presence
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Ryan John Stevens's Reviews
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21 Client Reviews
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Showing 1 - 4 of 4 reviews | Professionalism
Posted by Rex | May 24, 2019
Consulating, professional advice
Mr. Stevens is an excellent lawyer and provided us with professional advice by analyzing my case. I highly recommend him for legal service.
Posted by anonymous | August 19, 2013
Did everything he said he would do.
I know I messed up by getting a dui.. but sh** happens. I was a huge mess the day after. I had no clue what I was going to do. So I started calling around.. spoke with Ryan.. it was exactly what I needed. Not only did he help me out by being very informative, but he helped me mentally. I knew tha...
Posted by Mariella | January 10, 2011
Stevens is briliant
THIS GUY KNOWS THE LAW! Very very smart. And yet he is incredibly personable and made me and my family feel 100% cared for every step of the way. Ryan Stevens showed the court respect and I can tell the judge respected him a lot. Thank you, Ryan for caring about my case and seeing it through until it...
Posted by Melinda | March 11, 2013
Promises, promises.... reinstate the appeal....
He made all kinds of promises the other day... but nothing happened. I am an existing client and he gave me lip service about being one in the same with his partner and committed to my cause (of course only after a bad review).... so he made a lot of promises.... none of which materialized so far.....
Ryan John Stevens's Lawyer Endorsements
"I have known this lawyer for many years and strongly endorse him."
"Ryan is an excellent attorney and I often times refer him clients because I know he will do an excellent job for them."
"I endorse this lawyer. He is a well respected criminal defense attorney."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. A brilliant and highly respected attorney in the legal community."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse Ryan Stevens as a competent, aggressive personal injury lawyer."
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"I endorse Ryan J. Stevens."
"I endorse this lawyer. Ryan knowledgeable, personable and very effective for his clients."
"Tenacious and exceptionally well-qualified, Ryan knows how to work well with both the law and with people to get the best result. I highly recommend him."
"Ryan is a sharp and talented attorney. We have worked on cases together and found that Ryan was always on top of matters."
"I endorse this lawyer. Ryan is an excellent attorney and I trust my Northern Arizona clients to him, knowing that he will tirelessly work on their behalf. Ryan is smart, dedicated, and works for clients to get them the best result possible. I could not be more impressed with Ryan's legal skills and endorse him fully."
Criminal defense lawyer
Medical malpractice lawyer
DUI and DWI lawyer
Criminal defense lawyer
Criminal defense lawyer
Business lawyer
Criminal defense lawyer
Criminal defense lawyer
Criminal defense lawyer
Personal injury lawyer
Experience
Honors
2017
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2008
National Trail Team Service & Recognition, William & Mary School of Law
N/A
Ronald Reagan Future Leader, The Phillips Foundation
Work Experience
2012 - Present
Member Attorney, Griffen & Stevens Law Firm, PLLC
2011 - Present
Managing Partner, Stevens Law Office, PLC
2011 - 2011
Attorney, Davis Miles, PLLC, and McGuire Gardner
2010 - 2011
Attorney, McGuire Gardner, PLLC
2008 - 2010
Felony Prosecutor, Coconino County Attorney's Office
Associations
2011 - Present
National Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
2008 - Present
State Bar of ArizonaMember
Lead Development Counsel
Sample of Legal Cases
every felony count DISMISSED
Dismissal
Guilty (Stevens was the prosecutor)
Guilty (Stevens was the prosecutor)
Guilty (Stevens was the prosecutor)
Education
2008
J.D.
2005
B.S.
Speaking Engagements
N/A
Constitutional Issues for Students
N/A
Legal Implications of Domestic Violence
Publications
N/A
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
What does PLEA GUILTY/RESP SENT SUSPEND mean?
27 Sep 2014
I recently recieved a MIC but was never given a breathalyzer test. I admitted to drinking. What can I do to get out of this?
15 Apr 2014
Can the same warrant be issued twice?
13 May 2013