Kathleen A. Ryan Q.C., ADR Attorney in the United States
Over 34 years of legal practice · focused on ADR, Civil Rights, and Class Action · 4.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
PartneratDLA Piper (Canada) LLP
Practicing adr since 1992.
- 34+
- Years practicing
- 4.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 2
- Bar admissions
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Kathleen A. Ryan Q.C. is a partner based in Edmonton, AB. The practice focuses on ADR, Civil Rights, and Class Action. Kathleen has over 34 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at DLA Piper (Canada) LLP. Rated 4.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Edmonton, AB
- Experience
- over 34 years
- Known for
- ADR · Civil Rights · Class Action
- Handles ADR, Civil Rights, and Class Action matters from Edmonton, AB.
- Over 34 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with Peer Reviewed.
About Kathleen A. Ryan Q.C.: Kathleen A. Ryan Q.C. is a partner based in Edmonton, AB. The practice focuses on ADR, Civil Rights, and Class Action. Kathleen has over 34 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at DLA Piper (Canada) LLP. Rated 4.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Kathleen takes on
Kathleen concentrates on adr, civil rights, class action, employment, and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Kathleen handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
ADR
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Civil Rights
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Class Action
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Employment
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Litigation
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Personal Injury
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ADR cases nationwide
Kathleen takes adr 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 Kathleen agrees to represent you.
Civil Rights cases nationwide
Kathleen takes civil rights 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 Kathleen agrees to represent you.
Class Action cases nationwide
Kathleen takes class action 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 Kathleen agrees to represent you.
Employment cases nationwide
Kathleen takes employment 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 Kathleen agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases nationwide
Kathleen takes litigation 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 Kathleen agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Kathleen A. Ryan Q.C. — adr lawyer in the U.S.
Kathleen A. Ryan Q.C. is a partner based in Edmonton, AB. The practice focuses on ADR, Civil Rights, and Class Action. Kathleen has over 34 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at DLA Piper (Canada) LLP. Rated 4.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Kathleen A. Ryan, Q.C. is a lawyer practicing personal injury, class actions, litigation and 3 other areas of law. Kathleen A. received a B.A. degree from University of Alberta in 1988, and has been licensed for 34 years. Kathleen A. practices at DLA Piper (Canada) LLP in Edmonton, AB.
Kathleen's approach to adr cases
Kathleen A. Ryan, Q.C. is a lawyer practicing personal injury, class actions, litigation and 3 other areas of law. Kathleen A. received a B.A. degree from University of Alberta in 1988, and has been licensed for 34 years. Kathleen A. practices at DLA Piper (Canada) LLP in Edmonton, AB.
The kind of cases Kathleen takes
Kathleen reviews new inquiries case-by-case for adr, civil rights, and class action matters in the United States.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
University of Alberta
LL.B. · 1991
University of Alberta
B.A. · 1988
Jurisdictions
Kathleen's state bar admissions
Northwest Territorie
2009 · ACTIVE
Alberta
1992 · ACTIVE
Kathleen studied at LL.B. in University of Alberta and B.A. in University of Alberta.
Law school and academic background
Kathleen completed LL.B. in University of Alberta and B.A. in University of Alberta. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Kathleen runs in the state is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Kathleen has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Peer Reviewed
Legal awards and honors
Peer Reviewed.
Affiliations
Kathleen's professional memberships and bar associations
Thomas More Lawyers Guild of Northern Alberta, 2000-2001 •Board member, St
membership
Thomas More Lawyers Guild of Northern Alberta, since 1998 •Womens' Executive Network, since 2013 •Intensive Trial Advocacy Course, 1997
membership
Locations
Kathleen A. Ryan Q.C.'s office in Edmonton
Kathleen's primary office is at Scotia Tower 2, Suite 1201- 10060 Jasper Avenue, Edmonton, AB, T5J 4E5. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
DLA Piper (Canada) LLP
Scotia Tower 2, Suite 1201- 10060 Jasper Avenue
Edmonton, AB T5J 4E5
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Client reviews of Kathleen A. Ryan Q.C. — 4.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Kathleen. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing adr attorneys in your area.
4.0
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How to hire Kathleen A. Ryan Q.C. — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new adr attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Kathleen usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Kathleen charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Kathleen'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; Kathleen will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a adr attorney in your state
A short list to run through before you commit: How many adr 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 Kathleen
Kathleen discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in adr practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every adr 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. Kathleen confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Kathleen's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many adr practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Kathleen A. Ryan Q.C.
How much does it cost to hire Kathleen for a adr case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Kathleen walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Kathleen offer a free consultation?
Kathleen charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Kathleen's office. Some adr attorneys offer free consults — check Kathleen's current terms during booking.
How long do adr cases in this state typically take?
Simple adr 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. Kathleen gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Kathleen take my case if I'm outside the area?
Kathleen evaluates matters case by case. If the venue is outside Kathleen'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 Kathleen?
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. Kathleen will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Kathleen accepting new adr clients right now?
Kathleen's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.