Since joining Marshall Dennehey in 2012, Ryan's practice is primarily in the firm's Health Care Department. Ryan focuses his practice on medical, dental and nursing home malpractice. He has also represented nurses in New Jersey Board of Nursing matters and dentists in New Jersey Dental Board matters. Ryan is admitted to the New Jersey and New York State bars, as well as the United States District Court, District of New Jersey.
Following completion of law school at Seton Hall University, where he graduated cum laude, Ryan served as law clerk to the Honorable Ralph L. De Luccia, Jr, J.S.C., in the Civil Division of Passaic County. Since beginning his legal career, Ryan has concentrated his practice in medical malpractice defense.
Honors & awards
New Jersey Super Lawyers Rising Star
2014-2023
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Year joined
2012
Results
Won Unanimous Defense Verdict in High-Exposure Birth Injury Case
Birth & Catastrophic Injury Litigation
December 13, 2024
We secured a unanimous defense verdict in a high-exposure birth injury case, successfully proving that our client’s obstetric care met accepted standards despite claims of negligence and lasting injury.
Received a unanimous defense verdict in a high-exposure birth injury case
Health Care Liability
December 10, 2024
We received a unanimous defense verdict for their client in a high-exposure birth injury case. The plaintiff, the mother, alleged the obstetrician defendant was negligent in failing to identify her baby as large for gestational age in the prenatal period, in failing to proceed with a cesarean section during the labor, and in negligently performing a forceps delivery. The plaintiff alleged, as a result of her injuries from the delivery, she suffered pelvic organ prolapse, incontinence, and ongoing pain and suffering.
Obtained Defense Verdict in Complex Medical Malpractice Action
Health Care Liability
October 4, 2024
We won a defense verdict in a complex New Jersey medical malpractice trial, defeating claims that surgical negligence caused severe complications, after undermining the plaintiff’s case through expert cross-examination and strong defense testimony.
Unanimous Defense Verdict in Medical Malpractice Case
Health Care Liability
September 13, 2023
We secured a unanimous defense verdict in a three-week medical malpractice trial involving an allegedly botched total knee replacement. Through the testimony of our client and an expert, we were able to establish that all accepted standards of care were met. The jury deliberated for three days before returning its unanimous verdict.
Thought Leadership
Marshall Dennehey Announces 2023 New Jersey Super Lawyers and Rising Stars
March 17, 2023
Eight attorneys from Marshall Dennehey’s Mount Laurel and Roseland, New Jersey offices have been selected to the 2023 edition of New Jersey Super Lawyers magazine.
Marshall Dennehey Announces 2022 New Jersey Super Lawyers and Rising Stars
March 17, 2022
Seven attorneys from Marshall Dennehey’s Mount Laurel and Roseland, New Jersey, offices have been selected to the 2022 edition of New Jersey Super Lawyers magazine.
Marshall Dennehey Announces 2021 New Jersey Super Lawyers and Rising Stars
March 29, 2021
Eight attorneys from the Mount Laurel and Roseland, New Jersey, offices of Marshall Dennehey Warner Coleman & Goggin have been selected to the 2021 edition of New Jersey Super Lawyers magazine.
Marshall Dennehey Announces 2020 New Jersey Super Lawyers and Rising Stars
March 13, 2020
Eight attorneys from the New Jersey offices of Marshall Dennehey Warner Coleman & Goggin have been selected to the 2020 edition of New Jersey Super Lawyers magazine.
Marshall Dennehey Announces 2019 New Jersey Super Lawyers and Rising Stars
March 18, 2019
Eight attorneys from the New Jersey offices of Marshall Dennehey Warner Coleman & Goggin have been selected to the 2019 edition of New Jersey Super Lawyers magazine.
Classes/Seminars Taught
New Jersey Case Law Update, Health Care Law Seminar, Marshall Dennehey, November 9, 2016
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