Ryan, a native of Charlotte, acquired his Bachelor of Arts and Master’s degree in philosophy from the Catholic University of America, and obtained his Juris Doctorate from Campbell University School of Law.  Ryan practices in the areas of estate planning, Elder law, Veterans’ benefits (Aid & Attendance), Medicaid, Corporate Law, Business Succession Planning, and Asset Protection.   He is licensed to practice law in both North Carolina and South Carolina and is an accredited attorney with Department of Veterans Affairs.

Ryan and his wife Michelle met at Campbell School of Law. They currently live in Fort Mill, SC with their four beautiful children Hannah, James, Liam, and Connor. In his spare time, Ryan likes to spend time at the beach with his family and play the guitar.

Professional Credentials
  • Member: North Carolina State Bar Association
  • Member: South Carolina State Bar Association
Awards
Charitable Organizations
  • Saint Thomas More Society of Charlotte
  • Member of The St. Ann’s Parish Council
  • Assistant baseball coach in Fort Mill

The Saint Thomas More Society is dedicated to serving members of the legal, judicial, and criminal justice systems and to help those members to understand and embody the virtues of Saint Thomas More so as to live out those virtues in their respective professions.

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