Ryan Christopher Rodems, Personal Injury Attorney in Orlando, Florida
Over 34 years of legal practice · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
AttorneyatMorgan & Morgan
Orlando, FL
Practicing personal injury in Orlando since 1992.
- 34+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 4
- Bar admissions
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Ryan Christopher Rodems is an attorney based in Orlando, FL. The practice focuses on Personal Injury. Ryan has over 34 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Morgan & Morgan. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Orlando, FL
- Experience
- over 34 years
- Known for
- Personal Injury
- Handles Personal Injury matters from Orlando, FL.
- Over 34 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Ryan Christopher Rodems: Ryan Christopher Rodems is an attorney based in Orlando, FL. The practice focuses on Personal Injury. Ryan has over 34 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Morgan & Morgan. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Ryan Christopher Rodems
Ryan concentrates on personal injury. Each area below outlines the kind of case Ryan handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Personal Injury cases in Orlando, Florida
Ryan takes personal injury matters in Orlando, Florida. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Ryan agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Ryan Christopher Rodems — Over 34 years of Florida personal injury experience
Ryan Christopher Rodems is an attorney based in Orlando, FL. The practice focuses on Personal Injury. Ryan has over 34 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Morgan & Morgan. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Ryan Christopher Rodems was born in Buffalo, New York, in December 1966 and moved to Lakeland, Florida, in 1973.
Mr. Rodems has been a member of the Florida Bar since 1992 and is admitted to practice in the U.S. District Court, Middle District and Southern District of Florida and the U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit. Mr. Rodems is also a member of the United States Supreme Court Bar.
Mr. Rodems graduated from the University of Florida with a Bachelor of Sciences degree in Business Administration, and from the Florida State University College of Law, where he was a member of the Florida State University Law Review from 1990-1992. In 1991, Mr. Rodems interned with the Florida Tenth Judicial Circuit State’s Attorney’s Office. In 1992, Mr. Rodems interned with then-Chief Justice Leander Shaw, of the Florida Supreme Court.
Mr. Rodems is Board Certified by the Florida Bar in Civil Trial law, and has extensive trial experience, representing clients in actions involving automobile accidents, injuries in retail and other public places, and in lawsuits arising under the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Family and Medical Leave Act, the Florida Civil Rights Act, ERISA, and has complex litigations and class actions.
Prior to joining Morgan & Morgan, Mr. Rodems obtained several noteworthy verdicts, including a $2,214,002.80 outcome in the Title VII case, EEOC and Dena Zechella v. The Outback Steakhouse, Inc. His record of success for his clients includes a $835,414 verdict in the employment discrimination case, Guadalupe Juarez v. Tornado Bus Company; a $587,770.86 verdict in the employment discrimination case, Stephen T. Irwin v. Raytheon Company; a $141,687.50 verdict in the breach of contract and fraudulent inducement case, Jeffrey Friedlander v. Complete Wellness Centers, Inc.; and a $122,600 verdict in the first amendment case, Cynthia Morris v. Lawrence W. Crow, Jr.
Additionally, Mr. Rodems has obtained a $90,947.68 verdict in the negligence case, Rasheid Simmons v. Orlando Predators; a $77,500 verdict in the workers’ compensation retaliation case, *Joanne Cuonzo v. GTE Directory Sales, Inc.; and a $35,000 verdict in the property damage case, *Brieson Corp. v. Brownstone Industries, LLC.
Mr. Rodems is also coauthor of two books, Florida Practice Handbook, Workers’ Compensation with Forms, Volumes 1 and 2, 1995 and Florida Practice Handbook, Motor Vehicle No-Fault Law, 1998.
Mr. Rodems has been an adjunct instructor at Hillsborough Community College, where he taught Business Law I and II. Mr. Rodems has also lectured for the Florida Association of School Board Officers, the Hillsborough County Bar Association Public Law School, the National Safety Council, and the American Liver Foundation, Gulf Coast Chapter. He has also lectured on the topic of ethics for lawyers through Lorman Business Services.
Mr. Rodems has also received the highest rating of “AV” by Martindale Hubbell, the preeminent lawyer review service which bases its ratings on confidential opinions of members of the bar.
Mr. Rodems joined Morgan & Morgan, P.A. in January 2014.
Recent Wins
Estate of Vinh Chung v. AK Family Holdings $11,000,000 Wrongful Death 2025
Donna Hale vs. Sierra Orlando Properties $5,584,546 Slip and Fall 2022
Jane Doe v. Anonymous Pharmacy $4,962,600 Medical Malpractice 2019
Persaud v. Publix Super Markets, Inc. $1,702,418 General Liability 2025
Machin, Madeline vs. JPMorgan Chase $1,556,775 Slip and Fall 2024
Hamilton, Vicky v. State Farm Mutual Insurance Company $1,554,792 Personal Injury 2022
Kimberly Doty and Christopher Doty v. Dolgen Corp, LLC, a foreign limited liability company d/b/a Dollar General $1,483,421 Slip and Fall 2022
Dorothy Wynn v. Wal-Mart Stores East, LP $1,000,000 Slip and Fall 2022
Jenkins, Kimberly vs. Brevard County Public Works $957,169 Slip and Fall 2021
Allen, Melissa v. Caribe Royale Orlando $923,000 Slip and Fall 2022
Erin Marking v. Magic Burgers, LLC $868,122 Slip and Fall 2022
Arthur Hall vs. Urban Orlando Community Development District $802,805 Slip and Fall 2024
Rodriguez Baez vs. Leggz Dance Academy, Inc. $792,572 Slip and Fall 2024
Arthur Giannotti v. Mary Fabianski and Progressive American Insurance Company $565,000 Car Accident 2021
Cruz v. Trader Joe’s East, Inc. $517,128 Slip and Fall 2019
Jason Lawrence v. David J, Smith, Jr., M.D $496,437 Car Accident 2019
Nichelle Durham v. Sylvie Donche-Gay $450,000 Slip and Fall 2018
Sean McIntyre v. United States of America $445,005 Car Accident 2015
Kevin Allen v. Orlando Utilities Commission $374,621 General Liability 2024
Winther, Judy vs. Honig, Jessica $367,000 Car Accident 2023
Glenn Poczik v. Avalon Park Property Owners Association, Inc., and Hudsons Liquidators, LLC $299,637 Slip and Fall 2019
Patricia DeCarlo v. Seminole County, Florida $222,216 Slip and Fall 2022
Denno, Suzanne vs. GEICO General Insurance Company $204,000 Car Accident 2021
Thelma Franquiz-Rivera v. Geico $199,000 Car Accident 2022
Maria Franquiz-Rivera v. Geico $178,000 Car Accident 2022
Yorio, Rebekah v. Florida Mall $165,970 Slip and Fall 2023
Richard J. Wilkins v Margery W. Lints $155,235 Car Accident 2021
Felden Hudson v. Right Fuel Food Store, Inc. $91,545 Slip and Fall 2017
Myrtice Jackson v. City of Orlando $70,544 Slip and Fall 2018
Ryan's approach to personal injury cases
Ryan Christopher Rodems was born in Buffalo, New York, in December 1966 and moved to Lakeland, Florida, in 1973. Mr. Rodems has been a member of the Florida Bar since 1992 and is admitted to practice in the U.S. District Court, Middle District and Southern District of Florida and the U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit. Mr. Rodems is also a member of the United States Supreme Court Bar. Mr.…
The kind of cases Ryan takes
Ryan reviews new inquiries case-by-case for personal injury matters in Orlando and the surrounding Florida area.
Credentials
Ryan Christopher Rodems's legal education and bar admissions
Florida State University College of Law Juris Doctor
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University of Florida B.S. Business Administration
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Jurisdictions
Ryan's state bar admissions
U.S. Supreme Court
2005 · ACTIVE
U.S. Court of Appeal
1994 · ACTIVE
Florida
1992 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
1992 · ACTIVE
Ryan studied at — in Florida State University College of Law Juris Doctor and — in University of Florida B.S. Business Administration.
Law school and academic background
Ryan completed — in Florida State University College of Law Juris Doctor and — in University of Florida B.S. Business Administration. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Ryan runs in Florida is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of Ryan Christopher Rodems
Ryan has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Affiliations
Ryan's professional memberships and bar associations
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Court of Appeals, 11th Circuit •United States Supreme Court Bar
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Locations
Ryan Christopher Rodems's office in Orlando
Ryan's primary office is at 20 North Orange Avenue, Suite 1600, Orlando, FL, 32801. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Ryan Christopher Rodems — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Ryan. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing personal injury attorneys in Orlando.
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How to hire Ryan Christopher Rodems — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new personal injury attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Ryan usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Ryan charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Ryan'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; Ryan will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a personal injury attorney in Orlando, Florida
A short list to run through before you commit: How many personal injury 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 Ryan
Ryan discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in personal injury practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every personal injury 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. Ryan confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Ryan's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many personal injury practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Ryan Christopher Rodems
How much does it cost to hire Ryan for a personal injury case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Ryan walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Ryan offer a free consultation?
Ryan charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Ryan's office. Some personal injury attorneys offer free consults — check Ryan's current terms during booking.
How long do personal injury cases in Florida typically take?
Simple personal injury 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. Ryan gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Ryan take my case if I'm outside Orlando?
Ryan is licensed in Florida. Matters governed by Florida law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Ryan 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 Ryan?
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. Ryan will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Ryan accepting new personal injury clients right now?
Ryan's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Personal Injury attorneys serving Orlando, Miami and Tampa in Florida
Ryan handles personal injury matters throughout Florida. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified personal injury attorneys in that community.
- Orlando7,352 attorneys
- Miami15,918 attorneys
- Tampa9,739 attorneys
- Fort Lauderdale6,726 attorneys
- Jacksonville5,497 attorneys
- Tallahassee4,383 attorneys
- West Palm Beach3,699 attorneys
- Boca Raton3,668 attorneys
- Coral Gables3,397 attorneys
- Naples2,155 attorneys
- St Petersburg2,098 attorneys
- Sarasota1,994 attorneys
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