Ryan Akio English

Ryan Akio English

4.9
Rating: 9.0

Licensed for 9 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Olympia, WA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Appeals, Personal Injury, DUI & DWI

203 4th Ave E Suite 306, Olympia, WA

About Ryan

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 50%

I have defended countless charges, ranging from misdemeanor to felony. I have a stellar trial record.

11 years

50%
Appeals 25%

Convictions change lives. There's nothing more rewarding than helping overturn erroneous convictions.

11 years

25%
Personal Injury 15%

I have the resources to get you the highest settlement you are entitled to.

15%
DUI and DWI 10%

I am experienced defending DUIs in multiple counties throughout the Puget Sound.

11 years

10%

Fees and Rates

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Licenses

Licensed in Washington for 9 years

State: Washington

Acquired: 2016

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Ryan English

203 4th Ave E Suite 306, Olympia, WA, 98501

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Ryan Akio English's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

59 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 1 of 1 review | Punctuality

Posted by anonymous | August 28, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Amazing lawyer, Great man, Beyond Fantastic results

I first want to say I will write this review being as honest as I can be. That being said ..I will be blunt Ryan English is an amazing lawyer. I was arrested on ridiculous charges and was incarcerated in Washington for a period of about 5 months. During this time I hired a law firm where Ryan was wor...king to represent to me. I was not in a good spot i was in a horrible place called jail and at one point was facing well over 15 years in prison with absurd charges against me. When I first met Ryan and his colleague the impression that I got from Ryan was that he was an intellectual pit bull and someone who I needed in my corner. During my 5 months of incarceration Ryan worked non stop to help me as well as make me feel as comfortable as he could. He always kept his word to me and never missed a visit with me which is huge when your in jail and huge even if your not in jail. While incarcerated I had seen so many attorneys lie and drag around there clients and even treating them like scum. It brought me peace to know my attorney Ryan was a good man and a man of character and integrity and was not like these other attorneys I had seen. Every time I called Ryan he picked up his phone and was always direct and honest with me about my situation. He gave me hope when at times I felt no hope. Every visit Ryan and I had he came prepared and on time with more and more work on my case completed. He had many plans for my case and ideas and had many strategies so that I an innocent man could prevail....He was prepared for anything and everything and had a Plan A, Plan B, and Plan C...To make a long story short I was held on an extremely high bail and Ryan Got me released from jail 100 percent completely free! He was prepared and showed the courts his work he had completed over my 5 months of incarceration and his great lawyering could not be denied. I was going home not having to pay a dime to be released. After my release I still had close to 15 years in prison hanging over my head trying to defeat me but Ryan kept at work and after many court dates this Great man and lawyer was able to Get me a misdemeanor resolution with no probation, no prison time and only a small $500 fine. To go from 15 years to that is completely amazing. Without Ryan English I know this would not have happened. He truly cared about me and worked tirelessly for me to go home a free man and stay a free man. Hiring Ryan would be no mistake on your part!! quite frankly it would be in your best interest to have a man like this represent you. Even weeks and months after my case Ryan has called and texted me to check up on me. The way Ryan works for his clients as well as treats his clients is unlike any other lawyer I’ve seen. He will represent you with the utmost professionalism and help you achieve the best outcome. He will show care and kindness and a dedication to your case that I do not believe can be matched. Ryan is not out to just get people’s money and do bare minimum work. Ryan is a lawyer for the people...a lawyer who cares about his clients. Ryan will be honest with you and not beat around the bush about anything...He is a highly intelligent man and can help you explore every legal option you have. In my opinion Ryan is the best attorney in the area. I believe that if you hire Ryan you as well will write a review for him just like I am stating much of things I have written. Im honored to have met Ryan and Privileged to call him my attorney. Many nights I sat worried, sad and stressed out but after talking with Ryan or visiting with Ryan I knew I would prevail and could count on him to make it happen. I urge to contact this man if you need a lawyer...Do not wait , do not look else where Ryan is the only way to go. Again I want to thank Ryan for all he has done for me. Hire Ryan English trust me you won’t regret it.

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Ryan Akio English's Lawyer Endorsements

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Christopher Taylor

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Brian Allen

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have worked alongside Ryan in court and have had the opportunity to watch him defend his clients in a respectful and zealous manner. Ryan is knowledgeable about the field of criminal law and is someone I would highly recommend to those who have been charged with a crime."

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Blake Harris

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ryan cares and fights for his clients. He truly wants the best outcome for each of them. I endorse this lawyer."

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Myles Johnson

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have had the pleasure of watching Mr. English in action. He is extremely well versed in the law and does an exceptional job of crafting arguments and representing his clients. I highly recommend Mr. English."

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Corey Bradbury

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 17

Relationship: Co-worker

"One of my go-to’s when I need clarification on a matter."

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Ahmad Khalaf

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"If you are facing any criminal law issue, at any level, Ryan English is the attorney that you need. I've had the distinct pleasure of knowing Ryan for about 5 years now, and I can say with the utmost confidence that Ryan is an incredible attorney with amazing skills that are matched by the level of care and attention that he gives every client, in every case. I wholeheartedly endorse Ryan English as an incredible attorney."

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Brian Allen

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Blake Harris

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Corey Bradbury

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Ahmad Khalaf

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Experience

Rating:  9.0 (Superb)

Honors

2021

Top 10 Under 40 Award, National Academy of Criminal Defense Attorneys

2021

Client's Choice Award, Avvo

2018

Top 40 under 40, The National Trial Lawyers Association

Work Experience

2019 - Present

Managing Partner, Sound Law, PLLC

2017 - 2019

Associate Attorney, Callahan Law

2016 - 2017

Associate, Longview Defenders

2015 - 2016

Public Defender, Department of Public Defense| King County Associated Counsel for the Accused Division

2014 - 2014

Law Clerk, Anchorage Superior Court | Honorable Judge Gregory Miller

Associations

2018 - Present

Washington Defender Association

Member

2017 - Present

Pierce County Bar Association

Member

2016 - Present

Cowlitz County Bar Association

Member

2015 - Present

King County Bar Association

Member

2016 - 2017

American Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

State v. Savelle

Misdemeanor resolution, credit for time served, no probation

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Education

2016

Seattle University

JD - Juris Doctor

2012

California State University, Los Angeles

Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2020

CLE

Criminal Trial, everything you need to know

2019

Civil Trial: Everything You Need to Know

Ethical Considerations for a Civil Jury Trial

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