Ryan Donald Harris

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Ryan Donald Harris

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 24 years

Car accident Lawyer at Oakland, CA
Practice Areas: Car Accidents, Personal Injury, Trucking Accident ... +3 more

409 13th Street, 17th Floor, Oakland, CA

Virtual Consultation Available

About Ryan

Biography

Aggressive Personal Injury Representation. Call Now for your FREE Case Consultation.

Practice Areas

6

Practice Areas

Car Accident 30%

25 years | 900 cases

30%
Personal Injury 20%

25 years | 1,000 cases

20%
Trucking Accident 20%

25 years | 35 cases

20%
Defective and Dangerous Products 10%

25 years | 25 cases

10%
Slip and Fall Accident 10%

25 years | 25 cases

10%
Wrongful Death 10%

25 years | 15 cases

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Contingency

100%-100%

Awards

Silver Client Champion
AV Preeminent Peer Review Rating
Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2025 2010

Licenses

Licensed in California for 24 years

State: California

Acquired: 2001

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Harris Personal Injury Lawyers

409 13th Street, 17th Floor, Oakland, CA, 94612

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Harris Personal Injury Lawyers

1025 Farmhouse Lane, #2F, San Luis Obispo, CA, 93401

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99 Osgood Place, Suite 100, San Francisco, CA, 94133

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55 S. Market St., Suite 1010, San Jose, CA, 95113

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21 E Canon Perdido St, #217B, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101

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301 Mission Avenue, Suite 203, Oceanside, CA, 92054

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702 Ash Street, Suite 10, San Diego, CA, 92101

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610 S. Broadway, Santa Maria, CA, 93458

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3005 South El Camino Real, Suite A, San Clemente, CA, 92672

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Harris Personal Injury Lawyers

800 E. 12th St, Suite 401, Los Angeles, CA, 90021

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Online Presence

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Ryan Donald Harris's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

27 Client Reviews

5 star (26) 4 star (1)
3 star (0)
2 star (0)
1 star (0)

Posted by Michael | October 20, 2025 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Dedicated Leader

Beyond being a superb litigator, Ryan is a dedicated mentor who generously invests in developing the next generation of legal talent. Our local bar is stronger and more collegial because of his leadership.

Posted by anonymous | October 17, 2025 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

5 Stars

I would refer a case to Ryan without a moment’s hesitation—and in fact, I already have. Ryan is an exceptional attorney whose professionalism, skill, and dedication inspire complete confidence. I know that any client I send his way will be in the very best hands, receiving the highest level of care a...nd representation

Posted by Evan | October 15, 2025 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Great lawyer

Ryan is leaps and bounds ahead of other lawyers. His clients are in a position to win.

Posted by anonymous | October 13, 2025 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

Best lawyer

It’s rare to see a lawyer who combines such sharp legal acumen with genuine compassion for their clients. They are a truly fierce and dedicated advocate in every sense of the word. Mr. Harris represented my cousins and did an amazing job in not only making their voices heard but doing what was best f...or them so they could recover in peace.

Posted by Angel | October 13, 2025 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Best Personal Injury Lawyer

I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer. They are a brilliant advocate, a person of immense integrity, and will take of your friends and family. Mr. Harris has represented several friends and family members and all have been pleased with his services. Thank you so much for taking care of my loved ones. ...

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Ryan Donald Harris's Lawyer Endorsements

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Philip Alexander

Personal injury lawyer | Oct 13

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"Ryan is an amazing lawyer and I have had the opportunity to witness him in action on numerous multi-million dollar cases. He always goes the extra mile and leaves no stone unturned on any case. It has been spectacular to see him grow his personal injury practice throughout the entire state of California."

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Jared Salter

Personal injury lawyer | Oct 13

Relationship: Co-worker

"I've had the fortune of watching Ryan grow Harris Personal Injury Lawyers into one of the largest and most reputable firms in California. He has a rare ability to be both an accomplished trial lawyer and a savvy business leader. The fact most of the firm's clients come from referrals means people feel cared for and they're obviously happy with the financial outcomes of their cases."

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Jonathan Bunnell

Personal injury lawyer | Oct 13

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Jonathan Koehle

Personal injury lawyer | Aug 29

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer. He is very knowledgeable about almost anything relating to personal injury litigation. Extremely responsive and knows the law."

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David Scopp

Car accident lawyer | Aug 16

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Jeremy Evans

Personal injury lawyer | Jun 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Tanya Ortega

Unknown lawyer | Feb 24

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"Ryan is a bona fide trial attorney – juries love him and insurance companies fear him. He commands a courtroom and understands the unique psychology that is trial law. Ryan is tough, ethical, aggressive and most importantly – effective. Any injured individual in need of representation should trust Ryan."

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Joshua Poulsen

Personal injury lawyer | Feb 24

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"Ryan is one of the most talented lawyers I know. His vast knowledge of the law and his fierce advocacy is evident in the verdicts he obtains for his clients. He has built a solid practice based on the respect and admiration of his peers and those in the community. He ensures that each of his clients are well informed and well represented. I would recommend him to anyone in need of quality representation."

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Derek Waldron

Personal injury lawyer | Jan 09

Relationship: Co-worker

"Ryan is not only the most competent attorney I know, he is one of the best individuals I've had the privilege of associating with. He works tirelessly on behalf of each one of his clients to achieve the best possible result. His aggressive advocacy and vast knowledge of personal injury law has yielded remarkable victories in and out of the court room. I highly recommend Ryan!"

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Paul Molinaro

Personal injury lawyer | Sep 12

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Waddington

Personal injury lawyer | Jun 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Ryan. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Tatiana Kadetskaya

Unknown lawyer | Jun 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Excellent attorney. Highly recommended."

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Kyle Stucki

Personal injury lawyer | Mar 08

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"Ryan Harris is an excellent attorney. He has a brilliant legal mind and works tirelessly for his client. I worked for Ryan while in law school and can attest to how he runs his practice with complete integrity and honesty."

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Bradley Liggett

Personal injury lawyer | Jul 12

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I highly endorse Ryan Harris. He is an excellent advocate for injured persons. He is skilled in getting great results for his clients in all stages of an injury claim."

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Jon Pettis

Unknown lawyer | Apr 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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David Achord

Personal injury lawyer | Nov 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Fienman

Unknown lawyer | May 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. He demonstrates his superb knowledge of the law in his answers on Avvo. He will be able to help you with all of your Oceanside Personal Injury matters"

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James Bergener

Personal injury lawyer | Apr 25

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have been impressed with Ryan's courtroom victories and the settlements he obtains for clients. I've seen him work first hand and Ryan is very thorough and goes through his files meticulously. He is a strong advocate for injured. He spends time with his clients and makes sure they understand what is happening in their cases. Ryan possesses the rare quality of having both a very sharp legal mind and the ability to talk to clients and convey complex legal issues clearly and simply. Without hesitation, I fully endorse Ryan Harris and his staff."

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Raymond Ryan

Personal injury lawyer | May 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ryan Harris is committed to his clients and the outcomes of their cases. He will fight for them and is an excellent Personal Injury Attorney."

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Bradley Corbett

Personal injury lawyer | Mar 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Known for being the best Personal Injury attorney in San Diego. His results speak for them self! If I were in an accident of any kind my first call would be Ryan Harris."

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Ziyad Naccasha

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Kathryn McIver

Personal injury lawyer

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Tanya Ortega

Personal injury lawyer

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Derek Waldron

Personal injury lawyer

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Joshua Poulsen

Personal injury lawyer

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Ranger Wiens

Personal injury lawyer

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John Clayton

Personal injury lawyer

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Daniel Jones

Personal injury lawyer

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Joshua Harris

Personal injury lawyer

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Kyle Stucki

Personal injury lawyer

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Bradley Liggett

Personal injury lawyer

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Jon Pettis

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Jeffrey Spencer

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Philip Alexander

Personal injury lawyer

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Ryan Sargent

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Raymond Ryan

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2025

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2025

Martindale-Avvo Rated Top Lawyer 2025, Avvo

2025

America's Most Honored Lawyers 2025 - Top 1%, Americas Most Honored

2025

Top 3 Best Rated Personal Injury Lawyers 2025, threebestrated.com

2024

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2023

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2022

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2021

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2020

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2019

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2018

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2017

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2016

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2015

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2014

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2013

Top Attorneys of San Diego, Top Lawyers

2013

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2012

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2011

Multi-Million Dollar Advocate, Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum

2010

Oustanding Trial Attorney, CASD

2010

Million Dollar Advocates Forum Member, Million Dollar Advocates Forum

2009

Premier Trial Lawyers, The Verdict Club

2001

Best Associate Editor, California Western School of Law

2001

Outstanding Academic Performance in Internship Seminar, California Western School of Law

2001

Magna Cum Laude, California Western School of Law

2000

Award for Academic Excellence, California Western School of Law

1999

Outstanding Academic Performance in Criminal Law, California Western School of Law

1998

Linguistic Certificate, Department of Defense

Work Experience

2005 - Present

Owner, Harris Personal Injury, Inc.

Associations

2011 - Present

Central Coast Trial Lawyers Association (CA)

Member

2010 - Present

Santa Barbara County Bar Association

Member

2010 - Present

San Luis Obispo County Bar Association

Member

2009 - Present

North County Bar Association

Member

2009 - Present

North County Bar Association, Lawyer Referral Service

Member

2009 - Present

Lawyers Referral and Information Service of SD County

Member

2003 - 2007

Consumer Attorneys of San Diego

Member

2003 - 2007

Consumer Attorneys of California

Member

2001 - 2007

State Bar of California

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

$950,000 Mediated Settlement for our client

$950,000 Mediated Settlement for our client

$13.3 million for client injured in head-on collision

Plaintiff awarded $13.3 million.

$1.6 million settlement for client who was struck by vehicle who made unsafe lane change

$1.6 million settlement for client

Head On Auto Accident

$100,000 (policy limits) Settlement

Motorcycle Accident and Truck Collision

Mediated Settlement awarded $500,000.

Rear End Motor Vehicle Collision

In favor for the plaintiff for $52,000.

Auto Accident Arbitration for Plaintiff

$39,000 awarded to plaintiff

San Diego Auto Accident Verdict

$465,000 Verdict for Plaintiff

North County San Diego Auto Accident Verdict

$47,000

Uninsured Motorist Settlement

$500,000 UM Policy Limit Settlement

Rear-end Collision Settlement

$150,000

Broadside Collision

$745,000

for client who was broad sided by a drunk driver resulting in low back injury

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Education

2001

California Western SOL

1998

Brigham Young Univ

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2005

Cal Western School of Law

How to Develop a Law Practice After Law School – An Open Forum

Publications

2010

The Los Angeles Daily Journal Gibbs, Davis v. Garcia, SDG&E

2010

Daily Journal Notable Verdicts 2010

2010

Verdictsearch publication Gibbs, Davis v. Garicia, SDG&E

2009

Verdictsearch publication Cortez v. Tavasci

2009

Verdictsearch publication Jones v. Ibanez

2009

Verdictsearch publication Letizia v. Bautista

2009

Verdictsearch publication Rytlewski v. Pearce

2009

Verdictsearch publication Hertel v. GE

2009

Verdictsearch publication Sugui v. State Farm

Languages

Spanish

English

Activity

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