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After earning his undergraduate degree from San Francisco State University in 2003, and Juris Doctor from Whittier Law School in 2006, Mr. Sutherland first practiced criminal law for 3 years as a Deputy District Attorney in Madera County, California. He then worked as a workers’ compensation defense attorney for several years, representing several major employers and insurance companies. He is now proud to represent injured workers’ in their workers’ compensation cases at the Workers’ Compensation Appeals Boards.
While in law school, Mr. Sutherland served as an editor on the Whittier Law Review for 2 years. Mr. Sutherland also completed a judicial externship while in law school, serving as a legal research assistant to Presiding Justice David G. Sills at the Court of Appeal, Fourth District, Division III, in Santa Ana, California. After graduating, Mr. Sutherland also completed an internship with the San Francisco Public Defenders’ Office.
When away from work, Mr. Sutherland enjoys meditation, tennis, running, backpacking, books, and spending time with friends and family.
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Posted by anonymous | November 9, 2024 | Hired Attorney
Ryan assisted and supported me through a complex maze of State bureaucracy! He is knowledgeable, responsive, and easy to work with. His rates are more than reasonable! And he's ethical in his practice. His assistant is equally hard-working, often responding to my emails at 6AM! I cannot say enou...
Posted by anonymous | February 22, 2024 | Hired Attorney
Ryan Sutherland was my Worker’s Compensation and SIBTF attorney. He was amazing and knowledgeable on everything. His worth ethics are fantastic. He replied quickly and was always there for me. You won’t be disappointed hiring Ryan Sutherland. He won both cases for me!
Posted by J.B. | August 16, 2022 | Hired Attorney
I was anxious about needing to contact an attorney after suffering an injury because I had never done so before. Now I can say that I'm incredibly happy that I came across Ryan and his team. I highly recommend Ryan Sutherland. My concerns regarding the entire procedure were eased by Ryan and the rest...
Posted by Jen | February 20, 2022 | Hired Attorney
I am a physician with work injury and was extremely hesitant to hire an attorney. I made a series of mistakes including self selected a QME physician who refuted the findings of three other physicians (one being a respected orthopedist) and told me my injury was not work related. My case was free...
Posted by Sarah | August 18, 2018 | Hired Attorney
If you’re looking for a Workers’ Compensation Attorney, Ryan is the best there is. Ryan is professional, honest, compassionate, trustworthy, approachable, and brilliant. He is highly educated and in the prime of his career. He was very supportive during every step of my case. When I had questions, he...
"When I was a defense attorney, I had several cases against Ryan. I found that he always managed his cases in an ethical yet aggressive manner. He really listens to his clients and works hard to get them the best result possible on every claim."
"From experience as opposing counsel, I know Attorney Ryan Sutherland is a detailed, focused litigator who is unafraid to take hard cases and win. He is an excellent lawyer who treats clients with patience, care, understanding, and the utmost professionalism - he's an even better person outside the courtroom. I wholeheartedly recommend Ryan Sutherland for his legal expertise."
"I endorse Ryan without hesitation. Ryan is smart and dedicated. He will work hard to get his clients the best result possible."
"I have referred a number of potential cases to Ryan and will continue to do so. He is my go-to person for worker's compensation claims."
"Ryan and I worked with a mutual client. I handled the client's ERISA disability benefit claim and Ryan handled his Workers' Compensation claim. I found Ryan to be extremely knowledgeable and responsive. I highly recommend him."
"Ryan is an excellent advocate for his clients. We've worked together on a matter and I appreciate the collaborate effort to ensure our client gets the best results."
"Mr. Sutherland is a very thorough, meticulous, and hard working lawyer. He's also known as a very reasonable lawyer and has a knack for resolving disputes amicably. I highly endorse this lawyer."
Workers compensation lawyer
Personal injury lawyer
Personal injury lawyer
Workers compensation lawyer
2016
Clients' Choice Award, Avvo
2016
Certified Specialist - Workers' Compensation Law, State Bar of California
2016
Member, California Applicants' Attorneys Association
2018 - Present
Attorney/ Owner, Law Offices of Ryan D. Sutherland
2015 - 2018
Partner, LUNA & SUTHERLAND, LLP
2013 - 2015
Attorney, Coleman, Chavez, & Associates
2011 - 2013
Attorney, Benthale, McKibbin & McKnight
2010 - 2011
Attorney, Mullen & Filippi LLP
2007 - 2010
Deputy District Attorney, Madera County District Attorney
2016 - Present
California Applicants' Attorneys AssociationMember
2006 - Present
State Bar of CaliforniaMember
100% Permanent Disability Award
$65,000 settlement
2006
JD - Juris Doctor
2003
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2023
Mastering Medical Legal Report Writing: Evidence-Based Evaluation
Spanish
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Treating Dr. report says I’m off work but insurance is going by QME’s report? Is there anything I can do?
20 Dec 2018
I had a knee injury and workers comp took responsibility. I had surgery. Now my left knee is hurting more than the right knee?
19 Oct 2018
What can I do? I've been seen by a WC doctor and transferred to a specialist who did an MRI and says I have acute tendenosis in
11 Oct 2018