Ryan Neely, Immigration Attorney in the United States
Over 22 years of legal practice
Practicing immigration since 2004.
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Ryan Neely is an attorney based in Vancouver, BRITISH COLUMBIA. The practice focuses on Immigration. Ryan has over 22 years of legal experience.
- Based in
- Vancouver, BRITISH COLUMBIA
- Experience
- over 22 years
- Known for
- Immigration
- Handles Immigration matters from Vancouver, BRITISH COLUMBIA.
- Over 22 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with Lawyer of the Year — Immigration Law, Vancouver (Canada) (2022).
About Ryan Neely: Ryan Neely is an attorney based in Vancouver, BRITISH COLUMBIA. The practice focuses on Immigration. Ryan has over 22 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Ryan's practice areas in the U.S.
Ryan concentrates on immigration. Each area below outlines the kind of case Ryan handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Immigration cases nationwide
Ryan takes immigration matters nationwide. 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
Ryan Neely, immigration attorney serving the U.S.
Ryan Neely is an attorney based in Vancouver, BRITISH COLUMBIA. The practice focuses on Immigration. Ryan has over 22 years of legal experience. Ryan works from the U.S. and takes on immigration matters across the region.
The same qualities that allowed Ryan to excel in his previous career as a fly fishing guide have come in handy as an immigration lawyer: focus, persistence, knowledge and a natural ability to guide his clients with clarity.
Ryan joined the partnership at McCrea in 2020 after more than 15 years leading the immigration practice group of a leading regional firm. In addition to his practice in Vancouver, he maintains strong connections to the Kelowna area and advises a number of Okanagan-based companies and individuals, while also regularly taking advantage of the famous Okanagan powder on the region’s ski hills (another one of his former vocations was as a ski instructor).
Ryan has a reputation as one of Canada’s top immigration lawyers, being recognized by “Best Lawyers Canada” every year since 2019. We think you’ll appreciate his expertise and his sense of humour as much as we do.
Contact Ryan for advice on corporate immigration and compliance, work permits, skilled permanent residence, spousal sponsorships and citizenship applications in the Lower Mainland, the Okanagan and beyond.
Ryan's approach to immigration cases
The same qualities that allowed Ryan to excel in his previous career as a fly fishing guide have come in handy as an immigration lawyer: focus, persistence, knowledge and a natural ability to guide his clients with clarity. Ryan joined the partnership at McCrea in 2020 after more than 15 years leading the immigration practice group of a leading regional firm. In addition to his practice in…
Clients Ryan works with
Ryan reviews new inquiries case-by-case for immigration matters in the United States.
Credentials
Credentials — where Ryan studied and practices
University of British Columbia
LL.B · 2003
The University of Montana
— · 1998
Jurisdictions
Ryan's state bar admissions
British Columbia
2004 · ACTIVE
Ryan studied at LL.B in University of British Columbia and — in The University of Montana.
Law school and academic background
Ryan completed LL.B in University of British Columbia and — in The University of Montana. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Ryan runs in the state is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Ryan's legal honors and published work
Ryan has received 2 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Lawyer of the Year — Immigration Law, Vancouver (Canada)
2022
Best Lawyers in America — Immigration Law
2026
Legal awards and honors
Lawyer of the Year — Immigration Law, Vancouver (Canada) (2022). Best Lawyers in America — Immigration Law (2026).
Locations
Office locations for Ryan Neely in the U.S.
Ryan's primary office is at Vancouver, British Columbia. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Ryan Neely
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How to hire Ryan Neely — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new immigration 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 immigration attorney in your state
A short list to run through before you commit: How many immigration 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 immigration practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every immigration 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 immigration practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Ryan Neely
How much does it cost to hire Ryan for a immigration 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 immigration attorneys offer free consults — check Ryan's current terms during booking.
How long do immigration cases in this state typically take?
Simple immigration 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 the area?
Ryan evaluates matters case by case. If the venue is outside Ryan's regular jurisdictions, the intake call will confirm whether direct representation or a referral makes more sense.
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 immigration clients right now?
Ryan's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.