
Ryan Sawyer, General Attorney in Orlando, Florida
Over 14 years of legal practice · focused on General, Insurance, and Personal Injury
PartneratCole, Scott & Kissane, P.A.
Orlando, FL
Practicing general in Orlando since 2012.
- 14+
- Years practicing
- 1
- Bar admission
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Ryan Sawyer is a partner based in Orlando, FL. The practice focuses on General, Insurance, and Personal Injury. Ryan has over 14 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Cole, Scott & Kissane, P.A..
- Based in
- Orlando, FL
- Experience
- over 14 years
- Known for
- General · Insurance · Personal Injury
- Handles General, Insurance, and Personal Injury matters from Orlando, FL.
- Over 14 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Ryan Sawyer: Ryan Sawyer is a partner based in Orlando, FL. The practice focuses on General, Insurance, and Personal Injury. Ryan has over 14 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Cole, Scott & Kissane, P.A..
Areas of practice
Legal matters Ryan takes on
Ryan concentrates on general, insurance, personal injury, product liability, and slip & fall. Each area below outlines the kind of case Ryan handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
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Personal Injury
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Product Liability
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Slip & Fall
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General cases in Orlando, Florida
Ryan takes general 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.
Insurance cases in Orlando, Florida
Ryan takes insurance 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.
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.
Product Liability cases in Orlando, Florida
Ryan takes product liability 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.
Slip & Fall cases in Orlando, Florida
Ryan takes slip & fall 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
Meet Ryan Sawyer — general lawyer in Orlando
Ryan Sawyer is a partner based in Orlando, FL. The practice focuses on General, Insurance, and Personal Injury. Ryan has over 14 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Cole, Scott & Kissane, P.A..
Ryan Stewart Sawyer is a Partner in the firm’s Orlando office. His areas of practice include all aspects of insurance and general liability defense, including personal injury defense, premises liability, automobile liability, security negligence and insurance coverage disputes.
Originally from Maryland, Ryan Sawyer earned his Bachelor of Arts degree in Government and Politics, cum laude, from the University of Maryland. He was a part of the University’s Honors Program as well as a Byrd and President’s Scholar. He later earned his Juris Doctor from Vanderbilt University School of Law. While attending Vanderbilt, Mr. Sawyer was a Managing Editor of the Journal of Entertainment and Technology Law, and President of the Animal Law Society.
Prior to joining Cole, Scott & Kissane, Mr. Sawyer worked as an Assistant Public Defender for the 9th Judicial Circuit in Orlando, where he tried over 25 jury trials. In his spare time, he enjoys running, playing basketball and spending time with his wife and daughter.
Awards & Recognitions
The Best Lawyers in America , Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants, recognized since 2026
Newsroom
News
•Orange County Defense Verdict Limits Damages in High-Impact Rear-End Collision
Recent Successful Trial, 3.23.2026
•Defense Resolves Uninsured Motorist Case at Policy Limits Mid Trial in Orange County, FL
Recent Successful Trial, 3.11.2026
•Orlando Partners Achieve a Remarkable Verdict in Orange County
Recent Successful Trial, 4.7.2025
•Successful Defense Verdict in Underinsured/Uninsured Motorist Claim
Recent Successful Trial, 4.1.2025
•Complete Defense Verdict - Uninsured Motorist Claim - Seminole County
Recent Successful Trial, 3.12.2024
•Defense Verdict - Admitted Liability Auto Accident - Orange County
Publication, 12.11.2023
Working with Ryan on a general matter
Ryan Stewart Sawyer is a Partner in the firm’s Orlando office. His areas of practice include all aspects of insurance and general liability defense, including personal injury defense, premises liability, automobile liability, security negligence and insurance coverage disputes. Originally from Maryland, Ryan Sawyer earned his Bachelor of Arts degree in Government and Politics, cum laude , from…
Who Ryan represents
Ryan reviews new inquiries case-by-case for general, insurance, and personal injury matters in Orlando and the surrounding Florida area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Vanderbilt University School of Law J.D.
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University of Maryland B.A. Government and Politics, cum laude
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Jurisdictions
Ryan's state bar admissions
Florida U.S. Distric
2012 · ACTIVE
Ryan studied at — in Vanderbilt University School of Law J.D. and — in University of Maryland B.A. Government and Politics, cum laude.
Law school and academic background
Ryan completed — in Vanderbilt University School of Law J.D. and — in University of Maryland B.A. Government and Politics, cum laude. 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.
Affiliations
Ryan's professional memberships and bar associations
Associations •The Florida Bar •Orange County Bar Association •American Board of Trial Advocates
ABOTA) •Central Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (former · membership
Locations
Ryan Sawyer's office in Orlando
Ryan's primary office is at Summit Tower, Suite 400, 1900 Summit Tower Boulevard, Orlando, FL, 32810. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Cole, Scott & Kissane, P.A.
Summit Tower, Suite 400, 1900 Summit Tower Boulevard
Orlando, FL 32810
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How to hire Ryan Sawyer — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new general 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 general attorney in Orlando, Florida
A short list to run through before you commit: How many general 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 general practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every general 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 general practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Ryan Sawyer
How much does it cost to hire Ryan for a general 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 general attorneys offer free consults — check Ryan's current terms during booking.
How long do general cases in Florida typically take?
Simple general 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 general 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
General attorneys serving Orlando, Miami and Tampa in Florida
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