
Daniel F. Ryan III, Appellate Attorney in Plymouth Meeting, Pennsylvania
Over 48 years of legal practice · focused on Appellate, Business, and General · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Managing PartneratO'Brien & Ryan, LLP
Plymouth Meeting, PA
Practicing appellate in Plymouth Meeting since 1978.
- 48+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 4
- Bar admissions
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Daniel F. Ryan III is a managing partner based in Plymouth Meeting, PA. The practice focuses on Appellate, Business, and General. Daniel has over 48 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at O'Brien & Ryan, LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Plymouth Meeting, PA
- Experience
- over 48 years
- Known for
- Appellate · Business · General
- Handles Appellate, Business, and General matters from Plymouth Meeting, PA.
- Over 48 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Daniel F. Ryan III: Daniel F. Ryan III is a managing partner based in Plymouth Meeting, PA. The practice focuses on Appellate, Business, and General. Daniel has over 48 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at O'Brien & Ryan, LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Daniel's practice areas in Plymouth Meeting
Daniel concentrates on appellate, business, general, health care, and insurance. Each area below outlines the kind of case Daniel handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Appellate
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Appellate cases in Plymouth Meeting, Pennsylvania
Daniel takes appellate matters in Plymouth Meeting, Pennsylvania. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Daniel agrees to represent you.
Business cases in Plymouth Meeting, Pennsylvania
Daniel takes business matters in Plymouth Meeting, Pennsylvania. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Daniel agrees to represent you.
General cases in Plymouth Meeting, Pennsylvania
Daniel takes general matters in Plymouth Meeting, Pennsylvania. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Daniel agrees to represent you.
Health Care cases in Plymouth Meeting, Pennsylvania
Daniel takes health care matters in Plymouth Meeting, Pennsylvania. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Daniel agrees to represent you.
Insurance cases in Plymouth Meeting, Pennsylvania
Daniel takes insurance matters in Plymouth Meeting, Pennsylvania. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Daniel agrees to represent you.
Biography
Daniel F. Ryan III, appellate attorney serving Plymouth Meeting
Daniel F. Ryan III is a managing partner based in Plymouth Meeting, PA. The practice focuses on Appellate, Business, and General. Daniel has over 48 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at O'Brien & Ryan, LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review. Daniel works from Plymouth Meeting, Pennsylvania and takes on appellate matters across the region.
Daniel F. Ryan III is a lawyer practicing medical malpractice defense, insurance defense, nursing home litigation and 8 other areas of law. Daniel received a B.A. degree from Georgetown University in 1975, and has been licensed for 48 years. Daniel practices at O'Brien & Ryan, LLP in Plymouth Meeting, PA.
How Daniel handles appellate matters
Daniel F. Ryan III is a lawyer practicing medical malpractice defense, insurance defense, nursing home litigation and 8 other areas of law. Daniel received a B.A. degree from Georgetown University in 1975, and has been licensed for 48 years. Daniel practices at O'Brien & Ryan, LLP in Plymouth Meeting, PA.
The kind of cases Daniel takes
Daniel reviews new inquiries case-by-case for appellate, business, and general matters in Plymouth Meeting and the surrounding Pennsylvania area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Daniel studied and practices
Villanova University
J.D. · 1978
Georgetown University
B.A. · 1975
Jurisdictions
Daniel's state bar admissions
U.S. Supreme Court
1985 · ACTIVE
U.S. Court of Appeal
1982 · ACTIVE
U.S. Court of Appeal
1979 · ACTIVE
Pennsylvania
1978 · ACTIVE
Daniel studied at J.D. in Villanova University and B.A. in Georgetown University.
Law school and academic background
Daniel completed J.D. in Villanova University and B.A. in Georgetown University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Daniel runs in Pennsylvania is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Daniel's legal honors and published work
Daniel has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Affiliations
Daniel's professional memberships and bar associations
of the American College of Trial Lawyers. Fellowship in the College is by invitation extended to the top one percent of trial lawyers who have demonstrated exceptional skill as advocates and whose professional careers have been marked by the highest stand
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American Board of Trial Advocates
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Montgomery County (Member: Medical Legal Committee
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Insurance Law Subcommittee), Pennsylvania and American Bar Associations
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Locations
Daniel F. Ryan III's office in Plymouth Meeting
Daniel's primary office is at Hickory Pointe, 2250 Hickory Road, Suite 300, Plymouth Meeting, PA, 19462-1047. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
O'Brien & Ryan, LLP
Hickory Pointe, 2250 Hickory Road, Suite 300
Plymouth Meeting, PA 19462-1047
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How to hire Daniel F. Ryan III — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new appellate attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Daniel usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Daniel charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Daniel's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Daniel will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a appellate attorney in Plymouth Meeting, Pennsylvania
A short list to run through before you commit: How many appellate matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Daniel
Daniel discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in appellate practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every appellate matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Daniel confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Daniel's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many appellate practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Daniel F. Ryan III
How much does it cost to hire Daniel for a appellate case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Daniel walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Daniel offer a free consultation?
Daniel charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Daniel's office. Some appellate attorneys offer free consults — check Daniel's current terms during booking.
How long do appellate cases in Pennsylvania typically take?
Simple appellate matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Daniel gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Daniel take my case if I'm outside Plymouth Meeting?
Daniel is licensed in Pennsylvania. Matters governed by Pennsylvania law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Daniel will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Daniel?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Daniel will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Daniel accepting new appellate clients right now?
Daniel's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Appellate attorneys serving Plymouth Meeting, Philadelphia and Pittsburgh in Pennsylvania
Daniel handles appellate matters throughout Pennsylvania. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified appellate attorneys in that community.
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